Employment Type:Casual
Position Classification:Wardsperson
Remuneration:$59579.06 - $ 59996.49 12% Super Salary Packaging
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
About the Role
As a Wardsperson with Hunter New England Health you will play a key role in supporting the safe and efficient functioning of our health service. Your day-to-day tasks will include:
Assist with patient lifting moving personal care and hygiene to ensure the delivery of safe and high-quality care.
Perform cleaning duties including terminal cleans removal of soiled linen and infection control procedures in line with NSW Health policies.
Maintain and monitor cleaning equipment and ward stores including the safe replacement of ward oxygen cylinders.
Undertake portering and patient care duties including patient transfers pharmacy collections and delivery of cytotoxic waste.
Assist with the transfer of deceased persons to the mortuary and support staff in viewings.
Wear appropriate PPE adhere to chemical handling guidelines and comply with WHS legislation.
Complete all cleaning documentation accurately.
This is a hands-on and varied role that requires teamwork responsibility and reliability to ensure a safe and supportive environment for patients visitors and staff.
About You
The successful candidate will be:
Responsible reliable and honest with high ethical standards.
Skilled in effective communication and able to work both independently and within a team.
Flexible and available to work a rotating roster (24/7 including weekends and public holidays).
Committed to patient safety confidentiality and infection control.
Experienced in wardsperson cleaning or patient care duties (desirable).
Knowledgeable in cleaning procedures and the safe use of agents.
Why Join HNELHDAt Hunter New England Health youll enjoy a career thats both challenging and rewarding-working in a values-led organisation where your expertise will have a real impact. We offer:
Monthly Allocated Day Off (ADO) for full-time employees
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
Salary packaging up to $11600 novated leasing options
Fitness Passport discounted gym memberships for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families
Opportunities to collaborate with diverse clinical and non-clinical teams
A commitment to sustainable healthcare and cultural respect
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Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information please visit: is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024015: 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 or.
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 Healths 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 Healths 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 for confidential support to ensure an equitable barrier-free application process.
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.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefitssuch 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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