Wardsperson

Join Our Operations Team — where patient safety, teamwork and care come together.
Remuneration
: $ $30.26 Per Hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location
: The Maitland Hospital

Employment Type
: Casual

Position Classification
: Wardsperson

Requisition ID
: REQ596667

Applications Close
: Wednesday, 17th September 2025

About The Role
We're seeking a dedicated Wardsperson to join our highly skilled operations team. In this essential, hands-on role, you'll play a key part in the safe and efficient running of the hospital by supporting patients, clinical staff and the wider care team.

If you thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment and want to make a real impact on patient safety and wellbeing, this is the opportunity for you.

In This Role, You'll

• Safely transport patients between wards, theatres and departments.
• Assist with patient hygiene and contribute to a clean, safe environment.
• Move equipment and supplies across departments as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents with urgency and professionalism.
• Follow proactive practices to improve patient experiences and care delivery.
• Full training and ongoing support will be provided, so you'll feel confident and capable from day one.

About You
You're responsible, proactive and take pride in doing the job well. You communicate clearly and respectfully, work well in a team, and bring a calm, professional presence to everything you do.

You Must Have

• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with patients, families and staff.
• Reliability and trustworthiness - you show up and follow through.
• Integrity, respect and professionalism in your daily work.
• Availability to work on a 7-day rotating roster.

Why Join Us?
Role
This is more than a hospital support role - it's an opportunity to be part of a team that puts patient safety and wellbeing first. You'll enjoy:

• A supportive team environment where your contribution is valued.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing development.
• The chance to build skills and experience in a critical hospital role.
• The satisfaction of knowing your work makes a real difference every day.

Join us and be an essential part of delivering safe, quality care to our patients and community.

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Darran Hooper on

Information For Applicants
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:
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*Hunter New England Health employees may be
eligible for a range of
benefits
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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