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The Opportunity

We are seeking a Wardsperson to join our team at Westmead Private Hospital. The Wardsperson sits within and supports a multidisciplinary team towards achieving excellent clinical care and outcomes for the patient, hospital and Ramsay Health Care. The Wardsperson will provide support and assistance to the clinical and non-clinical teams in both the ward and hospital areas in transport of patients and equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of cleaning, transport, floor care, patient handling, discharge bed procedures, linen and waste management, and all relevant equipment.
• Assist with the transfer of patients (and luggage) between the clinical areas of the hospital and radiology.
• Assist with transfer, positioning and movement of patients ensuring appropriate no lift principles are utilised.
• Assist with the setting up of the board or conference rooms as required.
• Check and replace nitrous oxide, medical air and oxygen cylinders as required.
• Safely transfer patients to other facilities via the hospital bus as required (providing evidence of current license prior to driving).
• Locate equipment for use in the ward areas.
• Operate and maintain all machinery and equipment according to hospital policy and procedures and manufacturers instructions.
• Perform regular equipment checks, ensuring that any faults or adverse events are documented and reported to the relevant person or manager.
• Maintain tidy and clean work areas, equipment areas and trolleys.
• Perform other duties as requested by the DCS, ADCS and other managers.

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to patient safety and quality care
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Physical capability to undertake manual handling tasks
• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment
• Flexibility to work across a 24/7 rotating roster
• Previous hospital or healthcare experience (desirable but not essential)

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.  

Discounts:  Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental. 

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.  

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

*Please note casual employees may not be eligible for all benefits. 

The Hospital

The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.

Requirements

• Provide or complete a National Police Check (conducted within the last 12 months)
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

For enquiries, please contact Stephen Nghi via, NghiS@ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications Close: 27^th March 2026

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.  Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com