Casual Wardsperson
2 days ago
Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day
Remuneration: $ $30.26/hr + Superannuation + Salary packaging
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Wardsperson
Location: Belmont Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ614956
Applications Close: Sunday, 26th October 2025
Where you'll be working:
Belmont Hospital is a welcoming and community-focused acute care public hospital, proudly serving the beautiful Lake Macquarie region. As a Wardsperson, you'll play a vital role in assisting nursing staff and ensuring patients receive high-quality, customer-focused care across all hospital wards. We're committed to our CORE values: Collaboration, Openness, Respect, and Empowerment.
When you join us, you'll be supported by an experienced team with on-the-job training and ongoing guidance to help you succeed in your role.
About the role:
Come be a part of a caring and professional team where every day is different, and your contributions truly make a difference You'll be supporting the delivery of safe, patient-centred care to a diverse population.
As a wardsperson you will be required to:
- Provide high quality care to patients of Belmont Hospital
- Communicate effectively and with respect to both patients and staff at all times
- Work collaboratively with all units/ teams of Belmont Hospital
- Maintain a professional standard of practise and adhere to all HNELHD policies
- Assist nursing staff with patient care
- Transport patients and their belongings throughout the hospital e.g to medical imaging, pathology and between wards
- Assist nursing staff with the transfer of deceased patients to the mortuary
- Perform general cleaning duties as required
About you:
We're looking for individuals who are:
- Team players who thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Committed to delivering exceptional patient care
- Passionate about customer service and hospital safety
- Adaptable, reliable, and able to handle diverse tasks
Why Join Us?
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
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Information for Applicants:
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.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: 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 employees may be eligible for a range obenefits such 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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