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Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 69b3dc964847
Job Views: 3
Posted: 28.04.2025
Expiry Date: 12.06.2025
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We require casual health professionals registered with AHPRA and AIN and PCA to carry out workplace surveillance COVID-19 testing.
Workplace COVID-19 Tester, Job Ref: 1167727
Location: Newcastle, NSW
Salary: up to $33 – $50 per hour + super. Dependent on qualification.
Role Overview
As a registered health professional, you will support workplaces to conduct daily surveillance COVID-19 testing on their workforce. You will work efficiently, autonomously, and collaboratively, possibly as the sole health professional or part of a team. Non-AHPRA registered staff may assist under your guidance.
Eligible Professions
* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health practice
* Dental (excluding dental therapist, hygienist, prosthetist, oral health therapist)
* Medical
* Medical radiation practice
* Nursing – Registered Nurse (RN), Enrolled Nurse (EN), or Enrolled Endorsed Nurse (EEN)
* Midwifery
* Occupational therapy
* Optometry
* Pharmacy
* Physiotherapy
* Podiatry
* Psychology
Assistants
Non-AHPRA registered assistants such as Assistance in Nursing (AIN) and Personal Care Assistants (PCA) are also required, with relevant experience and certificates in PPE and infection control.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform COVID-19 tests by collecting nose and throat samples
* Handle testing equipment
* Enter data and manage test results using specialized software
* Collaborate with team members
* Follow infection control protocols and maintain hand hygiene
Essential Criteria
* Competent in PPE doffing and donning
* Registered with AHPRA
* Certificates in infection control and hand hygiene
* Current CPR certificate
* Proof of immunization, including flu vaccination
* Recent National Police check (within 12 months)
* Proof of Australian working rights
* Excellent communication skills
Benefits
* Above award pay rates
* Flexible hours
* Weekly payroll
* Opportunity to develop new skills
* Supportive work environment
* Comprehensive training provided
Interested applicants should contact Terry for a confidential discussion about this role.
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