How do I become a hospital attendant
Get qualified to work as a hospital attendant with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Common questions
In Australia, a full time Hospital Attendant generally earns $1,200per week ($62,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly in recent years. There are currently 12,400 people working as a Hospital Attendant in Australia compared to 11,200 five years ago. Hospital Attendants may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If you’d like to work as a Hospital Attendant, consider enrolling in a Certificate II in Health Support Services. You’ll cover topics including transporting patients, complying with infection control procedures and recognising healthy body systems. A Certificate III in Health Services Assistance may also be appropriate.
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Further reading
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Hospital Attendant careers
A Hospital Attendant performs a range of general duties in a hospital environment. You might help with patient care by moving patients to other sections of the hospital or lifting patients from beds if required. You might also move equipment to different areas of a hospital or deliver items to areas of the hospital where they are needed.
Hospital Attendants should have excellent people skills and be able to communicate well with patients. You should be able to follow instructions and work to correct procedures at all times. Hospital Attendants must be able to work as part of a larger team and be able to prioritise tasks.
