Join a Team That Values You

Remuneration: $30.14 - $30.25 per hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging

Employment Type:  Casual

Position Classification: Wardsperson

Requisition ID: REQ607206

Location: Tamworth Hospital

Applications close: Sunday the 12th of October

Looking for a role where no two days are the same? Join our Wardsperson team and help keep our hospital moving, our patients cared for, and our environment safe

The Opportunity

Tamworth Hospital is looking for a caring and dependable Wardsperson to join our operations team. In this vital role, you’ll support patient care and help keep our hospital running safely and efficiently.

Your compassion, professionalism, and reliability will make a real difference to patients, staff, and the wider community.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

Provide assistance with patient comfort and hygieneSafely transport patients to wards, theatres, and imaging areas using wheelchairs or bedsMove equipment and supplies between hospital departmentsRespond quickly and professionally to incidents and emergenciesContribute to a safe, proactive hospital environment by following best practicesFlexible and available to work a rotating 24/7 roster

Support and Success

Comprehensive Training provided by a dedicated training officerOn-the-job support from our experienced Wardsperson Operations Team and Senior WardspersonOngoing education and continuous assessment to help you grow in confidence and capabilityA workplace culture that values collaboration, development, and community impactDiscounted gym memberships with Fitness PassportAccess to Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing

Need more information?

Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Christopher Mann on Christopher.Mann@health.nsw.gov.au

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/3vL5fq2Stepping 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/HNEHealthSteppingUpThis 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.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 nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing 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 Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered 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.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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