Orderly/Wardsperson

Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Sydney Local Health District at Westmead Hospital seeks an Orderly/Wardsperson to support safe patient care and patient flow. You will transport patients, equipment and specimens, working closely with nurses and hospital staff to maintain smooth operations.

Located at Westmead Hospital, this permanent role offers up to 38 hours per week and opportunities to contribute to infection control, safety and service quality in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Must be physically capable and safety-focused.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients by bed/ trolley/ wheelchair, and move equipment and documents.
• Assist with patient movements and positioning, including bed-to-chair transfers.
• Support mortuary duties, including safe transfer of deceased patients to the morgue.
• Provide responsive customer service while working with nursing teams.
• Identify hazards and report safety concerns to contribute to continuous improvement.

Job description

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

• 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.

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 [e-mail] or 02 8890 8462.

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Westmead Hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.