Wardsperson
Play a vital role in patient care and hospital flow
Join a supportive multidisciplinary healthcare team
Work in a fast-paced, purpose-driven hospital environment
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Wardsperson
Remuneration: $31.24 - $31.46 per hour
Hours Per Week: 16
Location: Blacktown Hospital
Where you'll be working
Join a dedicated and collaborative team at Blacktown Hospital, delivering essential support services that directly impact patient care and flow. You will work in a diverse and inclusive environment where teamwork, respect and patient-centred care are at the core of everything we do.
• Work within a supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Contribute to a culture focused on safety, respect and collaboration
• Be part of a high-performing hospital serving a growing community
• Access ongoing training and development opportunities
• Experience a workplace that values diversity and inclusion
What you'll be doing
In this hands-on and varied role, you will support the delivery of safe and effective patient care through patient transport, manual handling and operational support across the hospital.
• Transport patients safely between wards and departments
• Assist with lifting, positioning and transferring patients using equipment
• Support clinical teams with movement of equipment, specimens and items
• Maintain a clean, safe environment including mortuary duties as required
• Deliver excellent customer service to patients, staff and visitors
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills with patients, visitors, staff and managers.
Demonstrated knowledge of Manual Handling and Infection control principles.
Ability to maintain safe work practice, adhering to WHS policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse and physically challenging position/workload.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to read and write in English.
Ability to use electronic devices as part of the Wardspersons Department's tasking system.
Capacity to work under supervision and/or independently and to undertake a diverse range of tasks as an effective team member.
Requisition ID: REQ651398
Applications Close: 12th April 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Beatriks Grnovic at Beatriks.Grnovic@helath.nsw.gov.au
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
