Clerk (Perioperative Services - Casual) (519348)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW

Mersey Community Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 08 November, 2026 11:55 PM

Position details

The Team

The Surgical & Perioperative Services North-West manages the wait listing and patient preparation processes for surgical procedures across the region. The department includes the booking offices, pre-assessment clinics and the admissions office, ensuring a smooth patient journey, meeting treat in turn principles.

The Role

The Clerk is responsible for clerical duties within the Pre-Assessment Clinic. This includes booking clinics, liaising with patients, ensuring that data is accurate and providing a friendly front of house welcome. Training may occur in other areas, such as the clerk role within the Operating Suite to ensure all roles have backfill for leave periods.

You will need

• Well-developed oral and written communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to interact with public and staff at all levels.
• Experience in administrative functions and the ability to undertake those duties efficiently and effectively within a hospital environment together with knowledge of policies, procedures, guidelines and legislation and how they are used in the workplace.
• Demonstrate flexibility and customer service skills working within an innovative multidisciplinary team including the ability to organise, prioritise and problem solve workflows according to demand.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment

Fixed term, casual, position working as and when required, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 12 months

*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary

$68,854 to $73,947 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2025

Salary Packaging

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• It is the Employee’s responsibility to notify an Employer of any new criminal convictions during the course of their employment with the Department. The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted: Conviction checks in the following areas: crimes of violence sex related offences serious drug offences crimes involving dishonesty Identification check Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Successful Completion of, or a willingness to undertake, a recognised course in business/office administration and medical terminology
• Demonstrated experience in a healthcare setting

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• Generic Clerk (MCH-NWRH) Band 2 (July 2023) CSU

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Sue Robertson

Position:Nurse Unit Manager Elective Surgery Access

Phone number: 0417 138 676

Email address: [email protected]

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

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Fixed Term Visiting Medical Officer (Until 30 June 2027)

Department of Plastic Surgery

Auburn Hospital

To apply for this position, please complete an online application by clicking on the link below:

APPLY HERE

Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners for the above position in the Western Sydney Local Health District. This position will be primarily located at Auburn Hospital within the Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery.

Auburn hospital is establishing a hand and minor surgical trauma unit in a phased approach. Phase 1 is to accredit the plastic surgery service with a core of Plastic/Orthopedic Hand surgeons that not only meets current service needs but facilitates the future growth and development of the service. Accreditation has now been achieved for advanced training with the Australian Board of Plastic Surgery training. Phase 2 requires the appointment of Plastic or Orthopaedic hand and trauma surgeons and a team of nursing and allied health multidisciplinary staff to build on the expertise required to establish the unit. We are now in the position to appoint the 5th Hand surgeon to add to the core.

The VMO is expected to provide operative services at least one day a week and provide a next day clinic for new and follow up/review services. The VMO is expected to be in theatre with the registrar and attend the clinic to supervise and teach trainees and junior medical staff and participate in MDT meetings.

The Department is committed to the supervision and support, and the wellbeing of trainees. It is expected that the VMO will support the learning and development of the trainees and others who form the multidisciplinary team.

The successful applicant will participate in the Hand Trauma roster for WSLHD, with a requirement to undertake emergency and complex work at Westmead Hospital. It is anticipated that the on-call roster will be one in five, including weekends.

Remuneration for Auburn based services and on-call availability for the WSLHD roster is based on the Fee for Service Determination whilst services provided at Westmead hospital will be remunerated on the Sessional Service Contracts Determination.

Successful applicants may be offered a conjoint university appointment within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Notre Dame. The level of academic appointment will be commensurate with the qualifications, experience, and scholarship, and will be held only during the tenure of the Western Sydney Local Health District appointment. No remuneration is attached to the University appointment. The appointee will be responsible to the University for academic matters and to WSLHD for clinical matters.

This appointment is for the remainder of the quinquennium which ceases 30 June 2027.

Appointees may be eligible for credentialing and privileging across all other facilities in the Western Sydney Local Health District.

Conditions of appointment are in accordance with the Health Services Act 1997 and Public Hospitals (Visiting Medical Officers Fee for Service Contracts) Determination 2014.

Appointees may require Radiation License IA22: Use radiation apparatus for medical fluoroscopy – specialists other than Radiologists.

Requisition ID: REQ702437

Employment Type: Sessional Quinquennium

Location:Liverpool Hospital

Position Classification: Visiting Medical Officer

Applications close: 11/11/2026

For role related queries or questions contact Dr Manish Jain on 0400 357 430 or via email on [email protected]

ClickHEREto apply via e-Credential.

NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘Fit2Work badge’ offered as an option in eCredential. Enquiries/applications will not be accepted via recruitment agencies

Life at South Western Sydney Local Health District is rewarding, progressive and diverse and is always focused on achieving our Vision of Leading Care, Healthier Communities.

What You'll be doing

Provide clinical management and treatment of patients in a SWSLHD facility under your care. This care will be provided within the clinical privileges granted by the CE on the advice of the SWSLHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee.

Where You'll Be Working

Liverpool Hospital, founded in 1813, is the major health service for south-western Sydney, offering a wide range of state-wide services including critical care and trauma, neonatal intensive care, and brain injury rehabilitation. As a key teaching facility for UNSW Sydney and Western Sydney University, it provides extensive clinical services, including emergency care, cancer treatment, paediatrics, and mental health services. The hospital features 23 operating theatres and has a capacity for 877 beds.

The ongoing $830 million redevelopment as part of the Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct is transforming the hospital into a global hub for medical innovation. This redevelopment will expand clinical services, enhance research and teaching facilities, and introduce state-of-the-art equipment and amenities.

Working at Liverpool Hospital means being part of a forward-thinking, innovative team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. The hospital's commitment to education and research offers numerous opportunities for professional development and career progression.

The vibrant and supportive work environment, combined with the hospital's central location near public transport and local amenities, makes it an ideal place to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the community.

How to Apply

1. Current medical practitioner, registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia and Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and/or other specialist recognition as provided under the Health Insurance Act 1973

2. Demonstrated current clinical practice of a high standard and ability to adapt clinical practice in accordance with contemporary evidence based best practice

3. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management

4. Demonstrated participation in teaching and training at undergraduate and/or post graduate level, including supervision of junior medical staff

5. Demonstrated commitment to continuing self-education and development, including evidence of participation in continuing medical education/ continuing professional development

6. Demonstrated ability to comply with the service objectives of a public health organisation, including the provision of services to the local community, effective utilisation of resources, and preparedness to participate in the provision of health services at an LHD level.

7. Preparedness to participate in a hospital, service or LHD on-call roster

8. Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with other staff and practitioners and in a multidisciplinary health care team.

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact mailto:[email protected]@health.nsw.gov.au or mailto:[email protected]@health.nsw.gov.au.
• We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

• Aboriginal WorkforceFor Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact mailto:[email protected] [email protected] . Support is also available through the https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/Pages/Home.aspx Stepping Up website .

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks12% superannuationSalary packaging and novated leasing via https://nswhealth.smartsalary.com.au/Smart SalaryAnnual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)One extra day off each month for full-time employees
• Work-Life BalanceFlexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)Paid maternity and parental leaveGenerous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Grow Your CareerAccess to learning opportunities through our dedicated https://www.swslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/eods/ Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
• Health & WellbeingDiscounted gym membership through https://cloudflare.fitnesspassport.com.au/ Fitness PassportFree and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

• Temporary visa holdersMay be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
• Vaccination RequirementsAll staff must meet NSW https://www1.health.nsw.gov.au/pds/Pages/doc.aspx?dn=PD2024_015 Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• Child Safe EmploymentSouth Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-schemeChild Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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Employment Type: Permanent - Part-Time

Position Classification: Staff specialist - General Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)

FTE: Up to 0.4FTE

Requisition ID: REQ220173

How to apply

Your application is to be submitted through E-Credential ONLY. To apply please click this link:

https://myclinicalprofile.com.au/OpenPositionLogin.aspx?UniqueId=4c7546bb-477f-4243-9d3a-ad0eccdf4185

Applications close on 15 November 2026 and must be received by midnight of the closing date.

Please refer to the Application Guide for instructions on how to create a Clinician Profile and a list of mandatory requirements for all Senior Medical & Dental Officer applications. If you are experiencing any difficulties, please first refer to the User Guide attached to this advertisement. Alternatively you can contact Senior Medical Workforce Unit on 4734 2281. For all enquiries relating to the position and its function, you must contact the designated contact person.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical/dental practitioners for the above position (s) in the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District. The position will be primarily located at Blue Mountains Hospital within the Department of General Medicine.

Successful applicants will provide expert medical assessment and management of patients within the General Medicine Department.

While the primary intention is to run outpatient clinics and provide inpatient consult services, on-call coverage may be requested to support the department.

Appointees may be eligible for credentialing and privileging across all other facilities in the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District

Together, Achieving Better Health

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District will drive innovation and excellence in health service delivery that provides safe, equitable, high quality, accessible, timely and efficient services that are responsive to the needs of patients and the community.

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

About Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District

The Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District provides world-class clinical care, research and innovation, and is committed to providing a workplace culture that values and promotes the growth of high performing teams and individuals. We are passionate about the work we do and are committed to improving the health of our local community and enhancing the experience of all our patients.

See why people like you join our local health district – and welcome to the family! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2FVDzrwYZI

To check out our diverse workforce and see some of our recent innovative and community-focused achievements, browse our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/NepeanBlueMtsLHD

If you would like more information about our Local Health district, please visit our website: http://www.nbmlhd.health.nsw.gov.au/

Selection Criteria

• Possess or be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Possess Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP)and/or equivalent specialist recognition as provided for by the Health Insurance Act 1997 and Staff Specialists (State) Award, and Evidence of continuing medical education and self-monitoring/audit practices consistent with the scope of practice requirements of the position.
• Sound clinical knowledge in Geriatric Medicinedemonstrated through successful clinical practice in an environment appropriate to the requirements of the position including evidence of participation in quality assurance activities relevant to the specialty.
• High level interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and junior medical staff supervision consistent with contemporary best practice supervision standards.
• Demonstrates the skills and attitudes appropriate for practice as a Senior Medical Practitioner including modelling of a high standard of professional behaviour to junior medical staff.
• Sound clinical knowledge in the subspecialty of Geriatric Medicine demonstrated by relevant qualifications and/or appropriate post-Fellowship clinical experience.
• Familiarity with research concepts and commitment to support basic, applied or clinical research as required within the Department.

Employees and Contractors must abide by the NSW Health Code of Conduct.

The position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of Children’s Guardian website: http://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/Working-with-children/working-with-children-check

Successful applicants will be required to obtain required vaccinations prior to commencing employment. Please click on the link for further information: Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ - Immunisation programs (nsw.gov.au)

To see a full position description, please click here

To apply, you need to be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold an appropriate work visa.

Enquiries

Dr Ali Tahir - HOD General Medicine

[email protected](Nepean Blue Mountains LHD)

We respectfully request no agencies approach.