Orderly/Wardsperson

• Make a meaningful difference to patients every day
• Join a collaborative team at Westmead Hospital
• Build valuable skills in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Support safe, compassionate patient care by transporting patients, equipment and specimens while helping keep hospital services moving.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Permanent Part Time available
Position Classification: Wardsperson
Remuneration: $64,440.53 - $64,891.88 per annum
Hours Per Week: up to 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours) 
Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working
Located at Westmead Hospital, you'll join a busy healthcare environment where teamwork, reliability and patient-centred care are essential. As an Orderly/Wardsperson, you'll work closely with nurses, supervisors and other hospital staff to support efficient patient flow and a positive experience for patients, families and visitors.

• Be part of a collaborative team supporting patients and hospital operations.
• Work across different areas of the hospital, responding flexibly to service needs.
• Contribute to a safe, respectful and inclusive healthcare environment.
• Use appropriate manual handling techniques and equipment to protect patients, yourself and colleagues.
• Help maintain high standards of infection prevention, workplace safety and service quality.

What you'll be doing
In this hands-on role, you'll provide essential transport and patient support services that help clinical teams deliver timely and effective care. You'll need to be physically capable, safety-focused and comfortable working with people in a range of circumstances.

• Safely transport patients by bed, trolley and wheelchair, along with equipment, documents and specimens.
• Assist with patient movements and positioning, including bed-to-chair transfers, sling lifters, log rolls and other manual handling activities.
• Support mortuary duties, including preparing and safely transferring deceased patients to the morgue.
• Provide responsive, professional customer service while working closely with nursing teams and other hospital staff.
• Identify and report hazards, equipment faults, incidents and patient safety concerns, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Make a difference at Westmead Hospital
If you're dependable, compassionate and motivated to contribute to quality patient care, we'd love to hear from you. Bring your teamwork, attention to safety and commitment to excellent service to a role where every day matters. Apply now to join the team at Westmead Hospital.

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.

1. Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills with patients, visitors, staff and managers.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of Work Health and Safety, Manual Handling and Infection control principles
3. Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse and physically challenging position/workload.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to read and write in English.
5. Ability to use electronic devices as part of the Orderly Department’s tasking system
6. Ability to complete tasks either in a team environment or unsupervised all within a measurable timeframe

Requisition ID: REQ690750
Applications Close: 21 October 2026

* Previous applicants need not to re-apply

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

• For inquiries about the role, contact Brad Gannon on Brad.Gannon@health.nsw.gov.au or 02 8890 8462.