Metro South Health was out in full force at Queensland’s largest health careers event, the GOHealth Careers Expo, held on 18 June at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
With more than 3,000 students in attendance, the event was a major opportunity to showcase the many pathways into a health career spanning both clinical and non-clinical roles.
Seventeen Metro South Health staff represented a wide range of professions, including nursing, midwifery, pharmacy, physiotherapy, prosthetics and orthotics, food services, operational services, security, and human resources.
Angeline Ng Senior Consultant Diversity and Employment said the variety of staff attending reflected the importance of all roles in keeping a health service running.
“Health isn’t just doctors and nurses, it’s a team effort,” Angeline said.
“We want young people to see that whether you're passionate about science, helping people, food, problem-solving, or working with your hands, there’s a place for you in health.”
With a focus on engaging directly with high school students, Metro South Health staff were present to share their experiences and answer questions about what it's really like to work in the sector.
“Events like this are crucial because they open up students’ minds to career options they may never have considered,” Angeline said.
“For example, they might not know what prosthetics and orthotics is—or that you can have a long, meaningful career in security or food services within a hospital.”
“We’re not just talking about jobs, we’re talking about purpose-driven careers. No matter which path you choose, you’ll be part of something bigger, improving people’s lives every day.”
The GOHealth Expo is part of an ongoing push to build a future-ready health workforce and attract the next generation of professionals to join the sector.
If you’re interested in a career at Metro South Health, you can learn more here.