Wardsperson - Fairfield Hospital - Perm FT/PT
Employment Type: Permanent Full time/ Part Time, Up to 38 hours per week
Location: Fairfield Hospital
Position Classification: Wardsperson
Remuneration: $30.05 - $30.26 per hour
Application Close Date: 06/07/2025
Interview Date Range: 09/07/2025 - 16/07/2025
Contact Details: Debbie Ryan | Debbie.Ryan@health.nsw.gov.au
Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position
About the Opportunity
Fairfield Hospital is seeking a dependable and compassionate Wardsperson to join our team.
In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and timely transport of patients and patient-related equipment across various departments. You will also respond to emergency calls and assist with the respectful transfer, admission, viewing, and discharge of deceased patients to and from the mortuary. Working closely with nursing and clinical staff, you will help ensure smooth and efficient patient care.
We are looking for someone with a friendly and professional manner, strong time management skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This position requires availability for a rotating 24/7 roster, including weekends, public holidays, and a mix of day, afternoon, and night shifts. If you are committed to supporting patient care in a hospital environment, we encourage you to apply.
Where You'll Be Working
Fairfield hospital is located in one of NSW’s largest LGA’s and is a hub of diverse cultures, ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds.
This brings a range of experiences to hospital employees and provides varied learning and development experiences for all levels of Medical, Clinical, administrative and support roles.
Fairfield Hospital provides a chance to work closely with patients and the community whist providing a strong learning environment and exposure to a variety of disciplines and specialties.
The team at Fairfield Hospital is supportive and encouraging, with the senior members of the hospital always looking for ways to enrich the experience of the team.
The hospital sits close to public transport (T-Way), Public Schools, a major shopping centre and has an onsite cafeteria.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Please describe your relevant experience for this role, including previous workplaces, duration of employment, equipment you’ve used, and key responsibilities.
- This role involves managing multiple priorities, including urgent and routine tasks. How do you approach time management, task prioritisation, and conflict resolution in a fast-paced environment?
- Do you have current work rights for Australia? At this time SWSLHD does not offer VISA Sponsorship; in order to be eligible for consideration for this role you must hold current working rights for Australia.
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Additional Information
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
