Overview
Join a Team That Values You
Remuneration: $30.14 - $30.25 per hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Wardsperson
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ607206
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 hygiene
* Safely transport patients to wards, theatres, and imaging areas using wheelchairs or beds
* Move equipment and supplies between hospital departments
* Respond quickly and professionally to incidents and emergencies
* Contribute to a safe, proactive hospital environment by following best practices
* Flexible and available to work a rotating 24/7 roster
Support and Success
* Comprehensive Training provided by a dedicated training officer
* On-the-job support from our experienced Wardsperson Operations Team and Senior Wardsperson
* Ongoing education and continuous assessment to help you grow in confidence and capability
* A workplace culture that values collaboration, development, and community impact
* Discounted gym memberships with Fitness Passport
* Access to Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing
Additional Information
* Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
* Stepping Up Website is a resource to help indigenous job applicants apply for NSW Health positions. For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
* This is a Category A position. Applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015 prior to offer. All new employees must comply with the policy.
* Salary Packaging may increase your take-home pay. For more information, contact SalaryPackagingPLUS at nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
* Hunter New England Health aims to foster a child-safe environment. Our commitment aligns with NSW Health policies on safeguarding children and young people.
* We are an inclusive employer and encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. Contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
* To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen with a current NZ passport, or hold an appropriate visa. Temporary visa holders will be offered in line with visa conditions.
* We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
* Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for benefits such as allocated days off, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options.
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