Hospital Assistant

Join to apply for the Hospital Assistant role at NSW Health . Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (5th January up until 12th April 2026) Position Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 2 Remuneration: $30.12 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) Location: Gilgandra, NSW – Find out more Hours Per Week: 16 Applications Close: 9th December 2025, 11:59pm About The Role Our goal to build 'healthier rural people and thriving communities' is the shared responsibility of all involved in the care of our patients and the Hospital Assistant is an integral and valued member of our team. You will help nursing staff in hospitals and other health care establishments with non‑medical duties including housekeeping, portering patients and general assistance. This varied and interesting role may include transferring patients within the hospital, linen maintenance & medical supply restocking, cooking and/or preparing light refreshments of patients, general cleaning as required including rooms and equipment, and assisting generally as directed by nursing staff. You will need to be reliable, punctual and energetic, physically fit, have a caring and supportive attitude and use your good communication skills to be able to follow instructions and work as part of a team. Remaining calm in emergencies and the capability to handle equipment such as wheelchairs, beds and other medical equipment is also valued. Requirements Reliable, punctual, and energetic. Physically fit to handle patient transfers and equipment. Excellent communication skills to follow instructions. Can remain calm in emergencies. Ability to work as part of a team. How to Apply Click ‘Apply’. Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login. Upload your current resume. Answer the selection criteria. To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description. Role‑related enquiries Please contact Jenny Reynolds on or at for more information. Additional Information For Applicants In accordance with the requirements of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission Regulation 2013, any person engaged in NDIS related work is required to obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWC) clearance as part of their employment with Western NSW Local Health District if successful for this role. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr