At a Glance
- Tasks: Support patient care by managing theatre schedules and coordinating patient flow.
- Company: Join the Western NSW Local Health District, dedicated to quality healthcare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, superannuation, salary packaging, and relocation support.
- Other info: Diverse workplace with opportunities for career growth and community connection.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in patient care while working in a dynamic team environment.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and excellent communication abilities required.
The predicted salary is between 73915 - 76219 $ per year.
Western NSW Local Health District – Orange NSW
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3
Remuneration: $73,915.12- $76,218.80 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange, NSW
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 10 Nov 2026 – 11:59pm
About the role
Be at the heart of patient care and help keep our Operating Theatre running smoothly. As a Theatre Ward Clerk, you'll provide essential administrative support, coordinate patient flow, manage theatre lists, and work closely with surgeons, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to support safe and efficient surgical services. In this dynamic role, you will:
- Coordinate patient admissions, transfers and discharges
- Manage theatre schedules and patient information
- Liaise with clinical and support teams to facilitate patient flow
- Respond to enquiries from patients, families and staff
- Maintain patient records and documentation
- Schedule appointments
- Provide administrative support to the Nurse Unit Manager and theatre team while ensuring accuracy, confidentiality and compliance in all processes
This is a fast-paced and rewarding opportunity for someone who is highly organised, customer-focused and thrives in a team environment. If you have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and a passion for supporting quality patient care, we'd love to hear from you.
Helping you move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections.
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Ashleigh Whybrow, Administration Manager on 02 6369 3*** or at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
- 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.
- 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.
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.
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Contact Details:
Western NSW Local Health District Recruitment Team
