OverviewJoin to apply for the Patient Transport Officer role at Far West Local Health District.Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: BI Motor Vehicle Driver up to 2950Remuneration: $61235.73 + SuperHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ600430Location: Broken HillWe are located in Broken Hill, a town in far west NSW with a supportive community and a regional lifestyle.ResponsibilitiesProvide transport and other duties for the Broken Hill Health Service which include: transfer of in-patients from Far West LHD Public hospital to another hospital facility, medical appointments, nursing homes or private residences, Airport/RFDS, under the direct supervision of a Registered or Enrolled Nurse.Transport staff and deliver items as requested.Check and maintain vehicles.Plan and arrange maintenance of vehicles.What Is On Offer5 weeks paid annual leave per yearSalary packaging options with up to $9k for living expenses and $2.66k for meals and entertainmentPaid Allocated Day Off (ADO) Every MonthFitness PassportIsolation and climate allowanceRemote Area Housing BenefitProfessional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunitiesA comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance and wellbeingAbout The Far West LHDThe Far West Local Health District is 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing public health services to communities in far west NSW.
Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.
We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across nine health facilities in Broken Hill and surrounding towns.About Broken HillBroken Hill is a regional town with a diverse and historic character.
It offers a vibrant arts scene, unique attractions and a range of facilities that support a rural lifestyle.How To ApplyTo be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible.Current NSW Drivers Licence Class C and Current Apply First Aid Certificate.Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.Physically capable of transferring patients, loading, unloading and manoeuvring patients around, on and off stretchers or wheelchairs.Demonstrated experience with using computer systems and Microsoft programs.Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team with limited supervision.Knowledge of challenges of working in a remote area.Demonstrated previous experience relating to the position.The Welcome ExperienceThe Welcome Experience in Broken Hill connects you and your family with local resources to help you settle in and feel at home faster.
Learn more at CloseApplications close: 9 September 2025.Equality and InclusionAt Far West Local Health District we are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applicants from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia
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