Social Worker

Healthscope Hospitals; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted health insurance

Flexible across network hospitals

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Healthscope Hospitals is seeking an enthusiastic Social Worker to join the Allied Health team at Prince of Wales Private Hospital in Randwick, Sydney. The role is permanent part-time (12 hours per week over 3 days) and offers a varied caseload across general medical, ICU, cardiac, maternity and oncology services.

Join a supportive multidisciplinary team and contribute to both inpatient and outpatient care while advancing your professional development within a leading private hospital network.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work and eligibility with the AASW.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience in adult acute inpatient hospital settings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team.

Responsibilities

• Providing a high standard of clinical care.
• Working independently as part of the healthcare team.
• Contributing to the multidisciplinary care of our patients.
• Involvement with both inpatient and outpatient services.
• Communicating effectively with all stakeholders including doctors, allied health, nurses, patients and their families.

Skills

Clinical care

Independent work

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent

Job description

Opportunity to work autonomously with a supportive team

Bring your passion and skills to deliver outstanding care to our patients

Are you an enthusiastic and experienced Social Worker looking for a new and exciting position?

Prince of Wales Private Hospital is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our Allied Health team on a permanent part-time basis 12 hours per week over 3 days (4 hours per day). Our hospital offers a friendly and supportive staff environment, with our established multidisciplinary teams servicing both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs. This role provides the opportunity to experience a varied caseload across areas including general medical, ICU, cardiac, maternity and oncology.

About us

Join a Team That’s Leading the Way in Private Healthcare

Prince of Wales Private Hospital is a centre of excellence in complex surgery, with a reputation for clinical safety, innovation, and outstanding patient outcomes.

Located within the prestigious Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct, we collaborate closely with Sydney Children’s Hospital, the Royal Hospital for Women, and Prince of Wales (public) Hospital—offering a dynamic and progressive environment.

While we are leaders in orthopaedics, neurosurgery, gynaecology & general surgery, we are also one of NSW’s premier maternity hospitals, caring for over 1,600 expectant families each year.

At Prince of Wales Private Hospital, you’ll be supported by expert leaders, work alongside a team committed to excellence, and have access to ongoing professional development to flourish and grow in your career.

If you’re looking to be part of a culture of excellence in an innovative and highly respected private hospital.

As a Social Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Providing a high standard of clinical care
• Working independently as part of the healthcare team
• Contributing to the multidisciplinary care of our patients
• Involvement with both inpatient and outpatient services
• Communicating effectively with all stakeholders including doctors, allied health, nurses, patients and their families
• Degree in Social Work and eligibility with the AASW
• Minimum 2 years’ previous experience in a similar role
• Demonstrated experience in adult acute inpatient hospital experience
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Skills and experience working in a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care . Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

You’ll also benefit from:

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
• Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together . Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

Applications close: 30th September 2026

More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.

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