At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality administrative support in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Company: Join Westmead Hospital, a leading tertiary health service in Western Sydney.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on patient care while advancing your healthcare career.
- Qualifications: Current AHPRA registration and experience in operating theatres required.
The predicted salary is between 57.88 - 57.88 $ per hour.
Join a leading tertiary hospital in Western Sydney and thrive in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment. Build a rewarding healthcare administration career by managing vital administrative services, supporting patient care delivery, and building positive experiences in a busy hospital environment.
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour
Hours Per Week: 0
Location: Westmead Hospital
At Westmead Hospital, you'll join a high-performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional health outcomes for patients, families, and the wider community. As one of Australia's largest and most dynamic health services, Westmead offers a collaborative and supportive workplace where your contributions directly support the delivery of outstanding patient care.
Working alongside multidisciplinary clinical and administrative teams, you'll play an important role in ensuring the smooth operation of healthcare services while helping patients navigate their healthcare journey.
- Be part of a respected and innovative healthcare organisation
- Work in a collaborative, supportive and inclusive team environment
- Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and career development
- Contribute to improving patient experiences and health outcomes
- Make a meaningful difference within your local community
What you'll be doing:
As an Administration Officer, you will provide high-quality administrative support that enables the effective delivery of patient-centred care. You will coordinate a broad range of administrative functions while acting as a key point of contact for patients, carers, clinicians, and stakeholders.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering efficient administrative services to support patient care and service operations
- Communicating with patients, families, carers, and healthcare professionals to coordinate care requirements
- Managing competing priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
- Supporting service quality initiatives, reporting processes, and continuous improvement activities
- Contributing to a safe, respectful, and consumer-focused workplace that promotes excellent patient outcomes
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Registered Nurses to join the Westmead Public Hospital Operating Suites on a casual basis. As a major referral and trauma centre comprising 28 operating rooms, Operating Suites offers a dynamic and rewarding perioperative experience. In these roles, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care and advocacy as part of a multidisciplinary team. Opportunities are available across the perioperative specialty areas of Instrument and Circulating Nursing, Anaesthetics, and the Post Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU).
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join a team where your skills, commitment, and dedication help deliver better healthcare every day. Bring your passion for customer service, organisation, and teamwork to an environment where you can grow your career while making a real impact on the lives of patients and their families.
Registration: Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Selection Criteria:
- Extensive current operating theatres experience in Instrument and Circulating or Anaesthetics or Post Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU) perioperative specialty areas.
- Demonstrated application of evidence-based practice and critical thinking to patient care.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, delegate, and negotiate with others to deliver quality nursing care.
- Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology, written and verbal means; and sound interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate with a diverse range of people.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development.
Applications Close: 24th March 2027
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.
Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for casual employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.
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