Patient Transport Officer

Classification: Patient Transport Officer
Employment Type: Casual
Remuneration: $34.30 per hour plus 12% superannuation
Location: Grafton/Maclean/Lismore/Tweed Heads
Applications Close: Wednesday 26 November, 2025 at 11:59pm

HealthShare NSW is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and we encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, LGBTIQ+ communities, veterans, carers and people with disability.

About the opportunity

We are looking for a highly motivated Patient Transport Officer to contribute to the safe transfer of patients in a variety of situations in the Grafton / Maclean / Lismore / Tweed Heads area.

You’ll be responsible for providing safe and timely transport of patients and contribute to the delivery of quality care and excellence in customer service within a cost effective and efficient environment.

Due to operational requirements, you may be required to travel to hub within the Northern NSW region, with notice provided as needed.

Applicants must hold a current NSW unrestricted Manual Light Rigid Driver’s Licence and must not have incurred more than six demerit points in the last three years or had their licence suspended or cancelled in the last two years. A driving record will be requested during the recruitment process.

Preferred candidates are required to be successfully fit tested to an approved respirator prior to gaining employment with Patient Transport Services. The testing will be arranged and booked through Patient Transport Services during the recruitment process. Successful candidates must maintain a cleanly shaven face to obtain an adequate seal to the approved fit tested respiratory throughout their employment.

All new staff are required to attend a mandatory Full Time (2 Week) induction course including part-time and casual workers. You must attend the full two weeks (Monday through to Friday) as part of the standard offer of employment obligations. If you are unable to commit to the full two weeks, your application will not progress to the next stage.

rural/regional locations

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About us

HealthShare NSW touches the lives of NSW Health employees and patients every single day by delivering services that keep our public hospitals and health facilities running.

Benefits

We reward our employees with a terrific range of benefits, including:

- Great leave conditions: enjoy one day off each month as an ADO, annual leave loading (a bonus extra payment of 17.5%) and 14 weeks’ paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Salary packaging and novated leasing: you can access up to $2782 extra per year in your pay
- Wellbeing programs: access an array of wellbeing programs designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional health
- Commitment to career development: expansive free online training, talent programs, study leave and internal development opportunities to accelerate your career
- Rewarding role and community contribution: make a difference in people’s lives by assisting those in need and actively contributing to your community.

Please note some benefits may only apply to certain employment types.

How to apply

- Click Apply Now at the top of the page
- Attach your resume and provide answers to the targeted questions below
- I hold a current senior first aid certificate and have uploaded my certificate as part of the application process.
- I hold a current NSW unrestricted Manual Light Rigid Driver’s Licence and have NOT incurred more than six demerit points in the last three years or had my licence suspended/cancelled in the last two years and am able to supply a copy of my driving record as part of the recruitment process.
- I am willing and able to obtain a Working with Children Check for paid work within NSW.
- I acknowledge that if successful I will need to attend a full time induction programme that consists of 2 weeks Monday through Friday.
- I am able and willing to work seven-day rotational roster including public holidays, early morning commencement and late evening completion time and a reasonable amount of overtime.
- If successful following the application close date, you will be required to attend interview/complete comparative assessment as well as reference checks.
- Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, or valid work visa). Permanent roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents, while temporary and casual roles welcome applicants with a visa.
- If you are identified as a preferred candidate and are external to HealthShare NSW, you will be required to complete a physical pre-employment health assessment (at no cost to you) to confirm your ability to safely perform the duties of the role. Employment is subject to successful completion of all pre-employment checks.
- An eligibility list from this recruitment may be created for future casual, permanent, or temporary full-time or part-time positions within the next 6 months.

Contact information

Please contact Linda Neville - linda.neville@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role. Any career portal support questions can be directed to our customer service team at 1300 679 367.

Please let HSNSW-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au know if you need any adjustments to the recruitment or interview process (e.g. physical accessibility, interview setup, or scheduling). Candidates with a disability can also use this email for confidential advice and support during the recruitment process.

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