Hospital Assistant

NSW Health; Rylstone; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health in Rylstone, NSW is seeking a Hospital Assistant to help keep the health service clean, safe and running smoothly.

This casual role involves cleaning patient and shared spaces, moving equipment, and working as part of a supportive team on a rotating roster that includes weekends and public holidays. A current NSW driver’s licence is required.

Applicants should be reliable, physically fit and able to communicate clearly to support staff, patients and residents.

Responsibilities

• Clean patient, resident and shared spaces.
• Move equipment such as beds and wheelchairs.
• Follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Stay calm in busy or urgent situations and communicate clearly.

Job description

Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration: $31.43 ph (+ superannuation)
Location: Rylstone, NSW - Find out more
Applications Close: 14 October 2026 - 11:59pm

Hospital Assistant
Rylstone Multi Purpose Service

About the role

Our goal is to support healthier people and strong communities. Everyone plays a part — and our Hospital Assistants are a valued part of the team.

As a Hospital Assistant, you will help keep our health service clean, safe and running well. Your work supports both patients, residents and staff every day.

In this role, you will clean patient, resident areas and shared spaces, follow instructions and work as part of a team. You may also help move equipment such as beds and wheelchairs.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, on time and ready to work. You will need to be physically fit, have a caring attitude and communicate clearly. You should be able to stay calm in busy or urgent situations and work well with others.

You will be supported by your team, and your work will be valued by both staff and the local community.

This role involves shift work on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays. You will have a current licence to drive in NSW with the ability to drive for work purposes.

Western NSW Local Health District is committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website

Helping you to move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partnerworkand community connections. Find out more atThe Welcome Experience

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Sharon Sullivan on 02 6357 6*** or at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD