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Wardsperson
NSW Health
Employment Type: permanent fulltime and part time positions available
Position Classification: Wardsperson
Remuneration: $61,962.05 – $62,396.18 per annum+ 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ639719
Application close date: Sunday 15th March
Be part of a dedicated team supporting patient safety and wellbeing
Join a highly skilled and committed Wardsperson Operations Team, where your role directly contributes to maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient patient care environment. You will have the opportunity to implement effective ward practices, respond promptly to incidents, and ensure operational excellence within the patient care space.
About You
We are seeking a reliable, responsible, and patient-focused individual who is motivated to provide high-quality support in a hospital environment. You will be:
What You’ll Do
To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Demonstrate
Additional Information
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [email protected] for confidential support.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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Position Classification: Wardsperson
Remuneration: $61,962.05 – $62,396.18 per annum+ 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ639719
Application close date: Sunday 15th March
Be part of a dedicated team supporting patient safety and wellbeing
Join a highly skilled and committed Wardsperson Operations Team, where your role directly contributes to maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient patient care environment. You will have the opportunity to implement effective ward practices, respond promptly to incidents, and ensure operational excellence within the patient care space.
About You
We are seeking a reliable, responsible, and patient-focused individual who is motivated to provide high-quality support in a hospital environment. You will be:
- Honest, ethical, and professional in your approach
- A strong communicator who can work effectively with patients, visitors, and colleagues
- Flexible and willing to work shift patterns, including 24/7 coverage when required
- Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all
- Open to learning, undertaking training, and developing pathways into other health roles
What You’ll Do
- Assist with patient lifting, moving, and personal care
- Perform cleaning duties, including terminal cleans and linen management
- Maintain equipment and ward supplies, including oxygen cylinders
- Support patient transfers, pharmacy collection, and cytotoxic waste handling
- Follow PPE and WHS guidelines for cleaning chemicals
- Complete documentation accurately and on time
- Assist with mortuary transfers and support patient viewings
- Uphold HNE Health values, the NSW Health Code of Conduct, and cultural respect initiatives
To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Demonstrate
- Commitment to confidentiality and professional ethics in all aspects of patient care and ward operations
- Knowledge of cleaning procedures, infection control practices, and safe handling of equipment and chemicals
- Effective communication skills, including the ability to interact with patients, visitors, and team members professionally
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and 24/7 coverage as required
- Capacity to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Reliability, honesty, and a strong work ethic
- Previous experience in wardsperson, cleaning, portering, or patient care duties (desirable)
- Commitment to workplace safety, patient wellbeing, and supporting a positive team culture
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- Find out more about applying for this position
Additional Information
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [email protected] for confidential support.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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