DS Nursing Assistant Hobart

• Permanent Part-Time opportunity - 70.00 hours per fortnight 
• Varied shifts across a rotating roster - Monday to Sunday 
• Located at Hobart Donor Centre, Tasmania
• Salary starting from $32.31 per hour + Penalties  + Super + Salary Packaging and more 

Discover life-giving possibilities

Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: life giving donations, for life changing outcomes. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood. 

About the role

Step into a rewarding  role as a Nursing Assistant, where you’ll bring your excellent customer-facing skills and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional service to our donors.

You’ll play a key role in supporting donors throughout their donation journey. No prior experience in blood collection is needed - full training is provided. All you need is the curiosity and motivation to learn the process of collecting blood and biological products.

A day in the centre could see you:

• Greet and interview potential donors to assess their eligibility

• Perform routine blood pressure and haemoglobin tests

• Set up machines and collection equipment

• Safely insert and remove needles to collect blood, plasma, or platelets

• Monitor donors post-donation and assist with rebooking

• Warmly welcome donors and assist with paperwork

• Prepare and serve food and beverages at the refreshment bar

• Work collaboratively to achieve daily collection targets

What you’ll need:

• A passion for delivering an exceptional donor experience

• Comfort working with needles, blood, and biological products

• The ability to frequently stand, walk, and bend during your shift

• Physical capability to lift items between 9–22.7kg

• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including weekends and afternoon shifts (Thursdays & Fridays are a requirement)

• A positive attitude and strong team spirit

• Willingness to complete our paid, flexible, self-paced training program (approx. 10 weeks full-time)

Benefits and Wellbeing 

We place our employee's well-being at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As an Australian Workplace Equality Index recognised employer and one of Australia’s menopause-friendly organisations, we celebrate diversity and support all our people. 

In addition to being a part of an organisation that is the heartbeat of the nation, you will have access to the following: 

• Minimum 5 weeks annual leave (up to 6 weeks) 
• Access to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment 
• 14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parent  
• Our dedicated employee assistance program - Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phone 
• Plus, many more! 

Is Lifeblood your reason? Apply NOW! 

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed. For further details on this position, or if you require adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to Rachel OShea via raoshea@redcrossblood.org.au. 

If you want to know more about our recruitment process or to check out our FAQ's, please click here 

Please note: applications sent directly to this email address cannot be accepted 

This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Acquisition team. We won’t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.