Senior Community Mental Health Clinician (Social Worker/Occupational Therapist Level 4, Clinical Psychologist) - Canterbury CORE Team

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time (38 Hours per week)

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 4, Occupational Therapist Level 4, Clinical Psychologist

Location: Canterbury Hospital

Requisition ID:REQ691026

Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.

About the Role

Canterbury Hospital is committed to providing high quality healthcare services to our local community, focused on patient and family-centred care.

The Senior Community Mental Health Professional is responsible for providing advanced evidence-based, strengths focused, recovery orientated assessment and treatment within a multi-disciplinary team and coordinating consumers' recovery plans. The senior role is also responsible for complex clinical decision making, supervision and consultancy to colleagues, Community Managed Organisations, GPs and our community.

The role will include clinical lead in orientation, induction and mentorship of new clinical staff, and will lead quality improvement activities, clinical supervision and participation in clinical leadershipresponsibilities as required.

For more information, view the Position Description

• Holds tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy or Social work, or post graduate qualification in Psychology (with Area or Practice Endorsement in Clinical Psychology) and extensive specialist experience including a minimum 3 years experience in mental health. Full AHPRA registration (OT) or eligibility for membership to AASW.
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of and skills in recovery oriented services and consumer involvement in service design, implementation and evaluation.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills, time management and computing skills, and current NSW Drivers Licence (P1 and P2 acceptable).

Benefits and Perks

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading

Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance, visit SalaryPackagingPlus

Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education

Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families

Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy ( PD2026_004 ) .

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

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NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 in Stomal Therapy to provide expert clinical leadership and specialist care for patients with complex stomal needs. The role focuses on advancing practice and guiding care across the service.

You will lead care planning, mentor nursing teams and collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Sydney Local Health District invites applications for a Senior Community Mental Health Clinician at Canterbury Hospital. The role conducts advanced assessments and coordinates recovery plans within a multidisciplinary team, providing supervision and consultancy across services.

The senior clinician leads orientation and mentorship, supports staff development, and drives quality improvement and clinical leadership activities as required. NSW Health vaccination policy applies.

Senior Mental Health Clinician, Nurturing Connections - SESLHD MHS

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

REQ688980 Requisition #

Senior Mental Health Clinician, Nurturing Connections - South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, Mental Health Service Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time (until June 2028) Position Classification:Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Senior Psychologist, Social Worker Level 3 Remuneration:$121,568.00 - $146,512.21.00 per annum, plus superannuation Hours Per Week:38 Requisition ID:REQ688980 Location: Sydney Applications close date: 20 September 2026 The SESLHD Mental Health Service is a specialised clinical service, providing care to a local population of over 930,000 residents in the Sydney metropolitan area. We provide care within both hospital and community settings to support people living with mental illness at times when acute intervention is needed, or to remain well in their community and lead their own recovery.

Learn more about us here:South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Come Work With Us!

We are seeking an emotionally intelligent, client centred, passionate and enthusiastic Senior Mental Health Clinician to join the Nurturing Connections Team.

Nurturing Connections is a parent-child relationship program which aims to improve outcomes for children and families through evidence-based assessment and intervention for caregivers and their infants and young children.

The Senior Mental Health Clinician position will work with caregivers experiencing significant mental health challenges, and other parental stressors (e.g. substance use, DV, trauma, etc), who are pregnant or caring for a child up to age 5, where there are impacts on the caregivers ability to establish an early attachment relationship with their infant/child. The Nurturing Connections multi-disciplinary team will work within the community and across government and non-government organisations. The clinician will use high levels of clinical expertise and extensive specialised knowledge to support families engaged in the service. They will plan, coordinate, and implement high quality mental health care one-on-one with parents/caregivers/children, as well as support and work with whole families, facilitate therapeutic group programs.

If you are an overseas qualified Social Worker, you are required to have your qualifications assessed by the AASW to meet the position criteria.

Where you'll be working

This position will involve home visiting and travel to other sites across SESLHD.

Additional Benefits

• Financial benefits - Salary packaging options - Up to $9K for living expenses, $2.6K meal & entertainment, and Novated Leasing. Discounted Private Health Insurance.
• Work-life balance - Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
• Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning .
• Health & Wellbeing - Discounted gym memberships with aFitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Career development - Opportunity to apply for Continuing Education allowance based on tertiary qualifications attained where applicable (Nursing only).

Selection Criteria:

• Social Worker or Occupational Therapist qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award, current full registration with AHPRA and/or eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers and demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning; Registered nurse (with current AHPRA registration) having at least 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience and in addition holding approved post registration nursing qualifications relevant to the field in which he/she is to be appointed, or such other qualifications or experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation; Psychologist with a recognised 4 year degree in Psychology (with current registration with AHPRA) along with completion of 12 months at the 9th year of service and thereafter point on the salary scale for Psychologists.
• Extensive post graduate clinical experience in mental health, and previous experience in working with families of infants/children in which parents are experiencing severe and complex psychosocial and psychiatric problems and demonstrated knowledge of the impact of mental health problems and mental illness on parenting, parent-infant/child relationships and infant/child development.
• Excellent negotiation, decision making and advocacy skills including the ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders, throughout all organisational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to provide high level clinical advice, and development of education tools or programs to support others in providing service excellence.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to apply advanced reasoning skills and independent professional judgement when dealing with situations of a novel, complex or critical nature.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement initiatives and service evaluation processes.
• Demonstrated experience in providing advice to managers on clinical service development, practice change and service redesign.
• Current unrestricted NSW drivers licence and willingness to travel.

Interviews are expected to be held between28 September 2026 and 2 October 2026

Once you apply, we'll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

OurCORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about ourDiversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. Please visit theSESLHD Disability Recruitment page for more information

Information for applicants:

• An eligibility list may be created for future Temporary Full Time positions
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained withing the position description

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

South Western Sydney Local Health District invites applications for a Staff Specialist (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) to join Campbelltown and Camden Hospitals. This permanent 1.0 FTE role also serves as temporary Obstetrics Head of Department for the remainder of the quinquennium.

You will provide patient-centered obstetric services, governance, and contribute to teaching, quality improvement, and on-call coverage across the region.

REQ689681 Requisition #

Requisition ID: REQ689681

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Permanent Part Time, 24 hours per week

Contact: Rhea McFarland on

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Join the Campbelltown Hospital Pharmacy Service and be part of an exciting transformation within a brand-new facility where innovation and patient-centred care are at the heart of everything we do. As part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team, you will contribute to a broad range of pharmacy services across inpatient and outpatient settings, including clinical services, dispensing, distribution, and manufacturing. Through a structured rotational program, you will work alongside experienced clinical leads to deliver specialised services that support the safe, appropriate, and cost-effective use of medicines. Supported by an approachable and responsive management team that values staff feedback, you will help shape a vibrant, sociable workplace and play a meaningful role in improving the health of the community you serve.

We are seeking a motivated and adaptable pharmacist who fulfils Grade 2 criteria and brings strong clinical knowledge with the ability to optimise medication management for complex patients. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, confidently manage competing priorities, and work effectively within multidisciplinary teams. With excellent organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills, you demonstrate accuracy, attention to detail, and a commitment to high-quality care. You are passionate about professional development, education, and supporting team growth, with the ability to promote teamwork and supervise support staff. If you are enthusiastic, proactive, and committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes while contributing to a positive and innovative workplace culture, we would love to hear from you.

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Full Pharmacist registration with AHPRA with no restrictions to the scope of practice. A minimum of 3 years' experience as a registered pharmacist working in hospital pharmacy AND EITHER:A minimum of 12 months experience working as a clinical pharmacist in in the nominated specialty area (or a similar specialty area) OR Relevant postgraduate qualifications and a minimum of 6 months experience in the nominated specialty area (or a similar specialty area).
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of hospital staff, and patients and careers.
• Demonstrated ability to display judgement and independence in problem solving.
• Demonstrated competence in clinical drug knowledge and experience in applying that knowledge appropriately to clinical settings including participation in the development or review of medication policies and guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within multidisciplinary teams including a record of participation in clinical meetings and medical rounds.
• Demonstrated ability to promote teamwork and to supervise the activities of pharmacy staff and provide guidance in the specialty field for other staff.
• Proven organisational and time management skills and the ability to priorities according to organisational needs.
• Demonstrated contribution to quality assurance activities.
• Demonstrated record of participation in teaching programs with other pharmacists, nursing staff or other health care providers.

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

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.

Annual 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 Balance

Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

Paid maternity and parental leave

Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

Free 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

May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.

South 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 implementingthe Child 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.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

South Western Sydney Local Health District

REQ687841

Requisition ID: REQ687841

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week, until October 2027

Remuneration: $2,708.37 - $2,774.24 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Join Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital as Head of Department (Speech Pathologist Level 5) and lead a dedicated team delivering high-quality inpatient and outpatient services within a busy tertiary teaching hospital. This temporary full-time maternity leave backfill opportunity offers the chance to provide strategic, clinical and operational leadership while driving excellence in patient care, workforce development, service innovation and multidisciplinary collaboration. What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead a dedicated Speech Pathology team providing high-quality inpatient and outpatient services.
• Provide strategic, clinical and operational leadership across Speech Pathology services.
• Support excellence in patient care through the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred services.
• Drive workforce development, service innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with clinicians, managers and medical teams to promote best practice and multidisciplinary collaboration.

The successful applicant will be an experienced and collaborative Speech Pathologist with demonstrated leadership capability, advanced clinical expertise in adult services and a passion for mentoring staff and shaping service development within a dynamic healthcare environment. You Will Bring:

• Proven leadership experience with the ability to lead, motivate and support a high-performing Speech Pathology team.
• Extensive clinical expertise in acute adult Speech Pathology services, with a commitment to evidence-based practice.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, enabling effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Highly developed organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex healthcare environment.
• A genuine passion for workforce development, mentoring staff and driving service improvement and innovation.

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Discipline specific tertiary qualifications as accepted by professional association.
• Advanced skills working with adults with communication and swallowing impairments in the acute setting including instrumental assessments and tracheostomy management.
• Demonstrated experience leading staff and team performance
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in service management functions
• Demonstrated leadership in the planning, implementation and evaluation of local service delivery incorporating the quality improvement process

Demonstrated high level communication skills (oral and written) including advocacy and negotiation skills.

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

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.

• Annual 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 Balance
• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Free 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

South 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 implementingthe Child 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.

For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Head of Department (Speech Pathologist Level 5) for a temporary full-time maternity backfill at Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital. Lead a dedicated team delivering high-quality services in a busy tertiary teaching hospital, with opportunities to influence clinical pathways and workforce development.

The role emphasizes leadership, expert clinical practice with adults, and collaboration with clinicians, managers and medical teams to promote best

Staff Specialist - Emergency Medicine - TCH

Employment Type:TemporaryPart Time up to January 2028

Position Classification:Staff Specialist

Requisition ID:REQ691614

Sydney Local Health District (SLHD) is seeking a dedicatedStaff Specialist in Emergency Medicine to join our team at Canterbury Hospital!

The primary purpose of the role is to provide high quality diagnostic and consultative specialty services in Emergency Medicine, and to participate in teaching, research, quality improvement and administrative activities within the Emergency Department and Hospital as required.

The Emergency Medicine Staff Specialist will provide clinical care to adult and paediatric patients who present to The Canterbury Hospital Emergency Department (ED). In addition to carrying a clinical patient load, the Staff Specialist will be expected to supervise junior medical staff, review clinical cases seen by juniors or trainees, and provide senior decision making to expedite clinical care and patient flow. The Staff Specialist must be capable of working collaboratively with nursing managers in managing the ED floor to optimise patient flow and maintain a safe working environment. They must be able to communicate with admitting teams, medical retrieval teams and tertiary referral centres for escalation of patient care when appropriate.

The Staff Specialist will ensure a high standard of professional performance and encouragement of an academic environment which supports education, research and professional development.

The successful applicant will be a current registered Medical practitioner, registered or eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and Fellowship of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM) with recognised qualifications in Emergency Medicine and/or other equivalent specialist recognition as provided for in the NSW Staff Specialists (State) Award.

Position will be available from October 2026.

Salaryand conditions are in accordance withthe NSW Staff Specialists (State) Award.

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy ( PD2026_004 ) .

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

South Western Sydney Local Health District

REQ691348

Requisition ID: REQ691348

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time, 32 hours per week

Remuneration: $72.41 - 73.89 per hour+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Liverpool Hospital

Contact: Maria Allida - Clinical Nurse Consultant on

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Play a key role in advancing infection prevention and control practices across SWSLHD. In this influential leadership position, you will drive clinical excellence, support safer patient outcomes, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement through evidence-based practice and collaborative partnerships.

• Lead and influence contemporary infection prevention and control practices across a large and diverse health service.
• Provide expert clinical advice, guidance and support to multidisciplinary teams, patients and carers.
• Champion quality improvement, research and innovation to enhance patient safety and clinical outcomes.
• Develop and deliver specialist education programs that build capability and strengthen workforce excellence.
• Contribute to strategic service planning that shapes the future of infection prevention across the District.
  

You are a highly motivated and experienced nursing professional with a passion for infection prevention, clinical leadership and improving patient outcomes. You thrive in collaborative environments and bring the expertise, critical thinking and communication skills needed to support safe, high-quality care.

• Extensive experience in delivering expert clinical advice and leading evidence-based practice within a complex healthcare environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in infection prevention and control, including the application of evidence-based practice.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to drive quality improvement initiatives, manage risk and support safe clinical practice.
• Commitment to professional development, education, research and fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience and approved post graduate nursing qualifications in a field relevant to the specialty field or such other qualifications or experience deemed appropriate by the organisation.
• Describe a time when you led or contributed to an infection prevention and control initiative that improved patient safety or clinical outcomes. What was your role, what actions did you take, and what was the outcome?

This role requires collaboration with a range of stakeholders to influence practice and implement evidence-based infection prevention strategies. Provide an example of how you successfully engaged and influenced clinical staff or multidisciplinary teams to achieve a quality improvement outcome. What challenges did you encounter and how did you address them?

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

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.

Annual 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 Balance

Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

Paid maternity and parental leave

Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

Free 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

South 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 implementingthe Child 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.

For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) seeks an Executive Director, Operations to lead day-to-day operations across nine hospitals and a broad range of clinical and support services. The role reports to the Chief Executive and provides district-wide advice on performance and organisational effectiveness for about 930,000 residents.

Location is flexible across Sydney sites with regular presence at district locations.

Requisition ID: REQ683763 Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week. Temporary roles are available to visa holders, with contracts issued in accordance with visa conditions. Visa holders will be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified. Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Located in: Cardiology Service Ward 3H-CCU Ward 3F - Bankstown Hospital

Applications close: 23-08-2026

Contact: Tia Nguyen-Ly - Nursing Unit Manager - Cardiology Service Ward 3H-CCU Ward 3J - Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital on or call on

A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great Step into a role where your expertise directly shapes patient outcomes and every shift brings the chance to support individuals through some of the most critical moments of their cardiac journey.

• Complex cardiac care - Provide specialised support for patients recovering from advanced cardiac and thoracic procedures
• High acuity nursing - Deliver safe, precise and compassionate care in a fast paced clinical setting
• Team based practice - Work closely with a skilled multidisciplinary team built on communication and collaboration
• Advanced clinical skills - Strengthen your capability while managing complex and evolving patient needs
• Family-centred support - Guide patients and families through critical stages of recovery with empathy and clarity

• Cardiology experience - Recent exposure to cardiology, cardiothoracic or acute care environments
• Strong communication - Build trust and collaborate effectively with patients, families and colleagues
• Critical thinking - Apply sound judgement in dynamic, high acuity situations
• Evidence based practice - Commit to continuous improvement and high clinical standards
• Collaborative mindset - Contribute meaningfully to a team dedicated to exceptional patient care

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Tell us about the skills and experience you bring to high-acuity cardiac nursing and what interest you about this role.

Describe a time you delivered high-acuity cardiac or cardiothoracic care.

If you'd like more details, we're here to help.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience.

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.

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
• Annual 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 Balance Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

Health & Wellbeing Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport

Free 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

Vaccination Requirements All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

Child Safe Employment South 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 Child 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.

Temporary Positions For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

• Permanent Level 3 Full Time opportunity
• No on-call, after hours or weekend work.
• Progress with purpose at one of Australia's largest health care providers
• Get ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environment

Plan, coordinate, and implement in-depth levels of clinical expertise and extensive specialised knowledge within Palliative Care in order to provide high quality Social Work care to patients across Palliative Care and the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Service at Calvary Health Care Kogarah consistent with Calvary, NSW Health, South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) policies, procedures and standards. This role includes responsibilities for supervision, quality improvement initiatives, education delivery to other health care professionals and the teaching of students on clinical placement.

• Qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Professional and Associated Staff Agreement 2022, eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers and demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning.
• Extensive post graduate Social Work clinical experience in a Palliative Care or progressive neurological condition caseload
• Excellent negotiation, decision making and advocacy skills including the ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders, throughout all organisational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to provide high level clinical advice, education and support to others in providing service excellence.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to apply advanced reasoning skills and independent professional judgement when dealing with situations of a novel, complex or critical nature.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement initiatives and service evaluation processes.
• Demonstrated active participation in developing, implementing, and reporting on services.
• Ability to work within the Mission and Values of Calvary Health Care Kogarah.
• A current drivers' licence (or a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position) and eligible for Working with Children Check (WWCC), National Criminal Record Check (NCRC) and Aged Care Banning Order Check

For further information please contact Erick Rojas, Social Work Head of Departmenton /

Application closing: 14/09/26

At Calvary, our staff matter.

With over 130 years' experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.

• NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships
• Paid parental leave
• Training, development pathways and career opportunities
• Flexible hours that make sense for you

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including influenza, tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, varicella

Pain Management Research Institute, The University of Sydney and

Northern Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia

We are seeking an internationally based researcher to relocate to beautiful Sydney to lead a research team in clinical or discovery pain research, at the Pain Management Research Institute (PMRI), Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney, Australia.

About Sydney: Sydney is not only one of the world's top 10 most liveable cities, it's a global hub for cutting-edge pain research and collaboration. Renowned for its perfect balance of professional excellence and quality of life, Sydney offers an inspiring environment for scientific discovery with >100 pristine beaches and 15 stunning national parks.

PMRI is partnering with the Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD) to apply for a New South Wales (NSW) Health's Elite Researcher Grant to support your move.

About the institute: PMRI uniquely brings together discovery and clinical pain researchers, multidisciplinary pain clinicians, and educators, to improve understanding of all forms of pain and their treatments. PMRI is located at the Royal North Shore Hospital and Kolling Institute - located only 10-minute drive from Sydney harbour. The Kolling Institute is a joint venture partnership between the Northern Sydney Local Health District and the University of Sydney . The University of Sydney is a top Australian university and top 20 in the world ranking.

Position Overview

We are seeking a visionary pain researcher with a strong track record in clinical pain or discovery science-including molecular, cellular, systems, network or genetic 2

approaches-who are interested in establishing and running their own research group within our multidisciplinary institute.

• Location: Royal North Shore Hospital campus, Northern Sydney Local Health District, St Leonards, NSW 2065, Australia
• Duration: 3-5 years
• Start Date: Flexible, subject to grant timelines

Grant Funding Package will include

• Relocation costs for researcher (up to $10,000) and family (up to additional $20,000) with appropriate justification
• Salary: Commensurate with experience ( Principal Hospital Scientist NSW Health Award or similar)
• NSW Health Elite Researcher Grant will be sought for start up project funding Additional Support: Established office and lab space with clinical/pre-clinical collaborations, top level research infrastructure, and support for affiliation with the University of Sydney.
• Currently residing and working outside Australia
• Established leader in clinical or pre-clinical/discovery pain research with a strong publication and funding track record
• Commitment to relocating and leading pain research group in Sydney for a minimum of 3 years

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a world-class pain research institute with strong pre-clinical, clinical, and translational integration
• Collaborate with leading scientists and clinicians in pain management and people with lived experience of pain.
• Contribute to NSW Health's strategic vision for research excellence and innovation

Interested researchers are invited to contact us for an initial discussion and support in preparing an application for the NSW Health Elite Researcher Grant.

Contact: A/Prof Karin Aubrey or Dr Rebecca Martin

More info:

Requisition ID: REQ687370

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time - Part Time, up to 38 hours per week

Located in: Ingleburn Oral Health Clinic

Position Classification: Dental Officer Level 2

Applications close: 13-09-26

For role related queries or questions contact Kathleen Fitzgerald on or via email on

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Oral Health Services is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Dental Officer Level 2 to join our team at Ingleburn Oral Health Clinic. This is an exciting opportunity to provide high quality, patient-centred dental care across a diverse and growing community. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, you will deliver comprehensive oral health services to eligible patients while supporting the District's commitment to improving oral health outcomes and reducing health inequalities. As a Dental Officer Level 2, you will exercise independent professional judgement and provide a broad range of preventive, restorative and emergency dental treatments. You will regularly diagnose and manage varying levels of dental disease and oral health conditions, including patients presenting with more complex clinical needs. An eligibility list may be created from this recruitment process and used to fill future permanent and temporary Dental Officer Level 2 vacancies within Oral Health Services for up to 12 months. 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.

Working with a high degree of professional autonomy, you will assess, diagnose, treatment plan and manage a broad range of oral health conditions, including patients presenting with more complex dental needs. You will deliver preventive, restorative and emergency dental care and work collaboratively with oral health therapists, dental assistants, specialists and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes. The role also involves maintaining accurate clinical records, participating in quality improvement and clinical governance activities, and contributing to a culture of safe, patient-centred care and continuous service improvement.

SWSLHD Oral Health Services provide essential dental care to eligible residents across South Western Sydney. Covering the local government areas of Bankstown, Camden, Campbelltown, Fairfield, Liverpool, Wingecarribee, and Wollondilly, these services include general dental care, emergency dental treatment, and specialised programs for children and vulnerable populations. The team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care, ensuring that all patients receive the best possible treatment. With convenient locations and a strong focus on community health, SWSLHD Oral Health Services offer a supportive and enriching work environment for dental professionals. Working here means being part of a committed team focused on improving oral health outcomes and making a positive impact on the community.

1. Unrestricted registration as a Dentist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a minimum of 2 years clinical experience post Board registration.
2. Demonstrated ability to provide competent general practitioner dentistry for patients of all age groups including dental health problems of greater than usual difficulty and able to exercise independent professional judgment on routine matters.
3. Proficiency in minor oral surgery, denture prosthetics, endodontics and management of medically compromised patients.
4. Demonstrated sound clinical and diagnostic skills. Experience in management of patient with chronic medical conditions and needs. Commitment to the principles of public sector dentistry and sound evidence-based dental practice.
5. Demonstrated proficiency in both written and verbal communication.
6. Ability to work as a contributing member of a clinical team.
7. An understanding of current concepts in clinical practice and demonstrated understanding of infection control principles.
8. Demonstrated experience providing a customer focused service to ensure excellence in patient care

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 or mailto:.

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.

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact mailto:.

Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

• 12% superannuation Salary packaging and novated leasing via
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff) One extra day off each month for full-time employees

• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

• Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Free 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

🧠 Make a meaningful difference in the lives of people experiencing mental health challenges.
🤝 Join a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to recovery-focused care.
🚀 Grow your career in one of Australia’s leading mental health services.

Manage recovery-focused care, build therapeutic relationships and deliver evidence-based mental health nursing across a diverse clinical environment.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse 
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour
Hours Per Week: 32
Location: Cumberland

Where you'll be working
Join Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) at Cumberland Hospital, a landmark mental health facility with a proud history and a strong focus on contemporary, person-centred care. You’ll work alongside passionate professionals who value collaboration, innovation and empowering people to achieve their health and wellbeing goals.

• Be part of NSW’s largest and Australia’s oldest mental health facility, supporting communities across Western Sydney and beyond.

• Work within a comprehensive mental health service spanning primary, secondary and tertiary care.

• Join a culture where Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment (CORE) shape the way we work.

• Access opportunities for professional development, clinical supervision and ongoing career growth.

• Be part of a health service investing in the future, including the major new Integrated Mental Health Complex at Westmead.

What you'll be doing
As a Registered Nurse within Mental Health Services, you’ll provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care while building therapeutic partnerships with consumers, families and carers. You’ll work as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team to support recovery, promote wellbeing and achieve positive health outcomes.

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and develop, implement and evaluate individualised care plans.

• Build therapeutic relationships that support recovery, safety, engagement and informed clinical decision-making.

• Deliver person-centred care across the mental health spectrum, including health promotion and consumer empowerment.

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to coordinate treatment, monitor progress and respond to changing clinical needs.

• Maintain contemporary clinical practice through professional development, supervision, clinical review and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Ready to make a difference?

Bring your clinical expertise, compassion and commitment to recovery-focused mental health care to Western Sydney Local Health District. Join a team where your contribution matters, your development is supported and you can build a rewarding career making a genuine difference to the communities we serve. Apply now and take the next step in your mental health nursing career with WSLHD.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Requirements:

Registration: Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Selection Criteria:

1. Registered Nurse who has completed a new graduate RN program or experience working as a Registered Nurse

2. Demonstrated experience working with people presenting with an acute mental health problem

3. Demonstrated advanced reasoning skills with proven ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team within minimal direct clinical supervision

4. Proven effective high level written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to exercise independent professional judgement when solving problems

5. Working knowledge of the NSW Mental Health Act 2007

6. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with consumers and carers regarding mental health care

7. An understanding of the recovery philosophy and trauma informed care in Mental Health and the ability to implement these within clinical practice

8. Current NSW drivers licence

Requisition ID: REQ681330
Applications Close: 14th September 2026

Need more information ?

• Find out more about applying for this position.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

• For inquiries about the role, contact Vincent Msumba on Nhlanhla.Msumba@health.nsw.gov.au

🧠 Make a meaningful difference in the lives of people experiencing mental health challenges.
🤝 Join a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to recovery-focused care.
🚀 Grow your career in one of Australia’s leading mental health services.

Manage recovery-focused care, build therapeutic relationships and deliver evidence-based mental health nursing across a diverse clinical environment.

Employment Type:  Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $81,748.16 - $114,771.98 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Blacktown

Where you'll be working
Join Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) at Blacktown Hospital, located in the heart of a rapidly growing and culturally diverse community. With modern facilities, a strong teaching environment and a focus on staff wellbeing, Blacktown Hospital provides an inspiring setting to build your career while delivering high-quality care.

• Work in state-of-the-art facilities designed to support exceptional patient care and outcomes.

• Join a teaching hospital offering university students and healthcare professionals a rich and supportive learning environment.

• Enjoy dedicated outdoor staff spaces and landscaped gardens designed to support wellbeing and connection.

• Take advantage of convenient access to Westpoint Shopping Centre, just a 10-minute walk from the hospital.

• Benefit from onsite parking for a small fee, all-day street parking and easy access to Blacktown train station.

What you'll be doing
As a Registered Nurse within Mental Health Services, you’ll provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care while building therapeutic partnerships with consumers, families and carers. You’ll work as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team to support recovery, promote wellbeing and achieve positive health outcomes.

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and develop, implement and evaluate individualised care plans.

• Build therapeutic relationships that support recovery, safety, engagement and informed clinical decision-making.

• Deliver person-centred care across the mental health spectrum, including health promotion and consumer empowerment.

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to coordinate treatment, monitor progress and respond to changing clinical needs.

• Maintain contemporary clinical practice through professional development, supervision, clinical review and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Ready to make a difference?

Bring your clinical expertise, compassion and commitment to recovery-focused mental health care to Western Sydney Local Health District. Join a team where your contribution matters, your development is supported and you can build a rewarding career making a genuine difference to the communities we serve.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Requirements

Registration: Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Selection Criteria:

1. Registered Nurse who has completed a new graduate RN program or experience working as a Registered Nurse

2. Demonstrated experience working with people presenting with an acute mental health problem

3. Demonstrated advanced reasoning skills with proven ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team within minimal direct clinical supervision

4. Proven effective high level written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to exercise independent professional judgement when solving problems

5. Working knowledge of the NSW Mental Health Act 2007

6. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with consumers and carers regarding mental health care

7. An understanding of the recovery philosophy and trauma informed care in Mental Health and the ability to implement these within clinical practice

8. Current NSW drivers licence

Requisition ID: REQ684754
Applications Close: 14th September 2026

Need more information ?

• Find out more about applying for this position.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

• For inquiries about the role, contact Ashishkumar Modi on Ashishkumar.Modi@health.nsw.gov.au

Job Number: REQ690663

Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Permanent Full Time and Permanent Part Time opportunities available

$41.22 - $57.88 per hour plus Superannuation

At Sydney Local Health District (SLHD), our vision is excellence in health and healthcare for all.

If you're a dedicated nurse looking to make a meaningful difference in the community while developing your career in emergency nursing, we'd love to hear from you.

We are seeking passionate and experienced nurses with acute clinical experience to join our busy and supportive Emergency Departments at Canterbury Hospital and Concord Repartriation Genereal Hospital.

We offer a range of shift arrangements to support your preferences and work-life balance:

• Canterbury Hospital: 8-hour and 10-hour shifts
• Concord Repatriation General Hospital: 12-hour shifts
• Part-time positions: Minimum commitment of 24 hours per week

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will have:

• Current registration with AHPRA
• Recent clinical nursing experience in an acute care facility
• Current work rights in Australia, or be an Australian permanent resident or citizen Please note: applicants who do not meet the Australian work rights requirement cannot be considered.

For more information, please view the Position Description.

Why work at SLHD?

• Allocated Day Off each month (for full time roles), paid Parental Leave
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
• Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
• The ability to use the Concord Hospital Staff Gym (Concord Staff only)

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit:https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

For more information about SLHD please visit ‘Working with Us’

To complete your application:

Please upload your CV and respond to the targeted questions below:

• As a Registered Nurse you will have an allocated workload. Please demonstrate how you would manage competing priorities to ensure clinical care is not compromised. Can you describe a time when you have done this. What was the situation, what actions did you take and what was the outcome?
• Give an example of a time when you effectively collaborated within a multidisciplinary team. How did your communication skills contribute to the team's success, and how did this benefit the patient?

For enquiries, please contact SLHD Nursing & Midwifery Workforce Nurse Manager, Laura Johns via email at Laura.Johns@health.nsw.gov.au.

Applications Close: 28 September 2026

Registered Nurse, Older Person Mental Health Unit (OPMHU) - St George Mental Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.23 - $57.88 per hour, plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ690617
Location: Kogarah, Sydney

Applications close date: 13 September 2026

The SESLHD Mental Health Service is a specialised clinical service, providing care to a local population of over 930,000 residents in the Sydney metropolitan area. We provide care within both hospital and community settings to support people living with mental illness at times when acute intervention is needed, or to remain well in their community and lead their own recovery.

Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

Come Work With Us!

Passionate about Mental Health and Older Persons Care? Join Our Team at St George Mental Health Service.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our dedicated Older Persons Mental Health inpatient team.

Working alongside skilled nursing, medical and allied health professionals, you will play a key role in delivering person-centred, recovery-oriented care to consumers aged 65 years and over experiencing mental illness. This rewarding position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people while working in a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

As a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality nursing care, undertaking comprehensive assessments, supporting consumers and their families, and contributing to positive clinical outcomes within a specialised mental health setting.

We offer:

• A supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team.
• Opportunities to develop specialist skills in Older Persons Mental Health.
• Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities.
• A workplace culture that values collaboration, innovation and person-centred care.
• Flexible part-time arrangements to support work-life balance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who enjoys working in a dynamic environment, values teamwork, and is committed to providing high-quality mental health care to older consumers.

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional care and healthier lives for our community.

This part-time opportunity is designed to support a strong work-life balance, with flexible working arrangements, reduced hours, and the ability to structure your week around personal commitments. Part-time candidates will benefit from a manageable caseload, supportive supervision, and a collaborative multidisciplinary environment that prioritises both clinician wellbeing and high-quality care. Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities are also available to support your long-term goals in mental health practice.

Where you'll be working

Older Persons Inpatient Mental Health Unit, St George Hospital, Kogarah. Close by to beaches, cafes and access to a great lifestyle.

Additional Benefits

• Financial benefits - Salary packaging options - Up to $9K for living expenses, $2.6K meal & entertainment, and Novated Leasing. Discounted Private Health Insurance.
• Work-life balance - Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
• Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.
• Health & Wellbeing - Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Career development - Opportunity to apply for Continuing Education allowance based on tertiary qualifications attained where applicable and to obtain personal regrade to Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 1 status where relevant.

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application

Application close: 13 September 2026

For more information we encourage you to contact Melissa Wilkinson on melissa.wilkinson@health.nsw.gov.au

Interviews are expected to be held between 21 September 2026 and 25 September 2026

Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Requisition ID: REQ687038

Employment Type: Quinquennial Visiting Medical Officer

Location:Bowral Hospital

Position Classification: Visiting Medical Officer

Applications close: 27/09/2026

For role related queries or questions contact Dr Simon Roddaon 0438051991or via email on Simon.Rodda@health.nsw.gov.au

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

About The Opportunity

Bowral Hospital is offering an exciting quinquennial appointment for a Visiting Medical Officer, inviting an experienced emergency physician to play a key role in shaping high quality care for the Southern Highlands community.In this dynamic position, you’ll lead the delivery of timely, evidence based emergency care, supported by clear treatment plans, strong clinical documentation, and active involvement in departmental activities. You’ll contribute your expertise through the on call roster, consultant support to colleagues, and engagement in both inpatient and ambulatory care.You’ll be a driving force in clinical governance, championing safe practice through effective handover, quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and commitment to accreditation and national safety standards.Your passion for education will help develop the next generation of clinicians as you teach, mentor, and supervise junior medical staff, while participating in training aligned with HETI, SWSLHD, and NSW Health frameworks.The role also includes contributing to departmental leadership, participating in performance development, and upholding NSW Health policies and the Code of Conduct.This is a compelling opportunity to bring your expertise to a thriving regional hospital and make a meaningful impact on emergency care delivery.

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. Transforming Your Experience is SWSLHD's key strategy to positively transform how our patients, consumers, staff and communities experience our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. This strategy provides us with a clear direction for working together to deliver safe and high quality health services and build the health of our communities – now and into the future. Public Hospitals (Visiting Medical Officers Sessional Contracts) Determination.

Where You'll Be Working

Bowral & District Hospital, located in the picturesque Southern Highlands of NSW, offers a unique blend of rural charm and cosmopolitan amenities. As part of the South Western Sydney Local Health District, it has strong connections to tertiary facilities at Campbelltown and Liverpool.

The hospital originally opened in 1889 and has undergone significant redevelopment, with the first stage completed in December 2020. This $123 million redevelopment includes a new Clinical Services Building with a modern emergency department, operating theatres, and inpatient wards. The ongoing second stage will further enhance outpatient services and include a new Aboriginal Dreaming Garden.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

1. Current medical practitioner, registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia and Fellow of the RACP 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:SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.auSWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au or mailto:SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.auSWSLHD-EmploymentHub@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:SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au . 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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Requisition ID: REQ688820

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time 16 hrs per week until April 2027

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Bowral Hospital

Applications close: 13/09/26

Contact: Teniele McPherson - Nurse Unit Manager - Emergency on 0477707044 or Teniele.McPherson@health.nsw.gov.au

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

Bowral Hospital is seeking a highly motivated Clinical Nurse Educator to support the Emergency Department's Safe Staffing Initiative, playing a key role in enhancing workforce capability, strengthening clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.

• Provide education, guidance, and mentorship to nursing staff to support safe staffing principles and best practice care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate effective change management and workforce development initiatives.
• Build staff confidence and capability through targeted education and support programs.
• Assist with the successful implementation and ongoing evaluation of the Safe Staffing Initiative within the Emergency Department.
• Promote high-quality, patient-centred care by embedding safe staffing practices into everyday clinical operations.

Are You the Right Fit?

The ideal candidate is a passionate and experienced nursing professional who is committed to clinical excellence, workforce development, and supporting staff to deliver safe, high-quality emergency care..

• Demonstrates strong leadership and education skills, with the ability to coach, mentor, and support staff development.
• Effectively engages and communicates with stakeholders at all levels to build positive and collaborative working relationships.
• Promotes evidence-based practice and supports teams through change in a dynamic clinical environment.
• Displays resilience, adaptability, and a solutions-focused approach to workforce and service improvement initiatives.
• Brings experience in clinical education, workforce projects, and acute care settings, with a focus on achieving best practice outcomes.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a post graduate qualification in a relevant clinical field or education post graduate qualification or a combination of education training and clinical experience deemed appropriate by SWSLHD.
• Please describe how your skills, qualifications, and experience align with the requirements of this Clinical Nurse Educator role, and how you will contribute to the successful implementation and sustainability of the Safe Staffing Initiative within the Bowral Emergency Department.

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Provide an example of how you have identified learning needs and designed, implemented, and evaluated education programs or training initiatives that improved staff capability, clinical practice, or service outcomes in an acute healthcare setting.

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

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Position Information

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Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

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How to Apply

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Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.

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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

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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 SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au

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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.

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Aboriginal Workforce

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For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact . Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

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Financial Perks

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12% superannuation

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Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary

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Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

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One extra day off each month for full-time employees

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Work-Life Balance

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Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

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Paid maternity and parental leave

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Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

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Grow Your Career

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Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

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Health & Wellbeing

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🧠 Shape clinical education in a brand-new forensic mental health service

🌱 Help build a skilled, confident nursing workforce from day one

🤝 Lead recovery-focused, trauma-informed and evidence-based practice

Build capability. Shape practice. Lead clinical education across contemporary forensic mental health services.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Remuneration: $124,273.70 - $128,301.88 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Blacktown

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Clinical Nurse Educator with expertise in forensic mental health nursing to join our growing team at Blacktown. Bring your advanced clinical knowledge, educational leadership and commitment to recovery-oriented care to a unique opportunity where you can help establish a new service and influence nursing practice from the ground up.

Where you'll be working
About the New Forensic Mental Health Inpatient Service:

Opening 13 October 2026 at the Blacktown Hospital Campus, the new 20-bed Low Secure Forensic Mental Health Inpatient Unit will provide specialised assessment, treatment and recovery-focused care for people with mental health needs within the forensic mental health system.

You will work across Budyari Gili and Budyari Gumada forensic units, joining a contemporary service where education, collaboration and innovation are central to delivering safe, therapeutic and evidence-based care.

• Be part of a new specialist forensic mental health service from day one.

• Work within a specialised environment supporting complex consumers across legal and custodial frameworks.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and the broader forensic mental health network.

• Help establish a positive workplace culture focused on recovery, rehabilitation and consumer-centred care.

• Contribute to a service committed to education, research, innovation and continuous improvement.

What you'll be doing
As a Clinical Nurse Educator, you will use your clinical expertise and knowledge of adult learning principles to build workforce capability and support high standards of nursing practice across the service.

• Develop, deliver and evaluate clinical education, orientation, induction and professional development programs.

• Mentor nurses and support staff to achieve and maintain clinical competencies relevant to their roles.

• Provide expert bedside teaching and translate evidence-based practice into high-quality clinical care.

• Partner with Nurse Managers, Nurse Educators, Clinical Nurse Consultants and key stakeholders to identify and address education needs.

• Drive innovation, research, quality improvement and continuous learning while maintaining accurate education and competency records.

Why Join Us?

Joining the new Forensic Mental Health Inpatient Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team establishing a contemporary service from the ground up, helping shape the culture, model of care and patient experience from day one.

Our vision for Mental Health Services in WSLHD is:

"To deliver a world-class mental health service by using education and research to foster a culture of innovation."

Our team will be part of a dynamic multidisciplinary workforce committed to:

• Recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care

• Evidence-based clinical practice

• Education, research and innovation

• Consumer-centred care and rehabilitation

• Collaborative partnerships across the forensic mental health network

• Supporting positive outcomes for some of the most vulnerable people in our community

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing service within one of Australia's most diverse and rapidly expanding health districts, while contributing to the future of forensic mental health care in Western Sydney.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Requirements:

Registration: Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Selection Criteria:

1. Demonstrated extensive clinical experience and/or post registration qualification in the relevant speciality and nursing professional development/ education.

2. Demonstrated ability to lead and implement change within the context of best practice clinical care and workplace culture

3. Demonstrated ability to design, implement and evaluate clinical education at the ward level, and provide support and guidance to ensure an appropriately skilled and qualified nursing and midwifery workforce, working within appropriate models of care.

4. Demonstrated effective and high level communication skills including negotiation and conflict resolutions skills in addition to proven ability to motivate and engage people in the clinical setting.

5. Demonstrated commitment to professional development and continuous improvement whilst ensuring currency of practice in the relevant specialty.

6. Demonstrated ability and commitment to collaborative and integrated multidisciplinary teamwork, aimed at building and strengthening partnerships with consumers and key stakeholders to provide best practice service delivery.

7. Strong commitment to the on-going development/enhancement of nursing practice within a patient centred, multi-disciplinary clinical environment.

8. Relevant computer skills including database programmes and data entry.

Requisition ID: REQ689710
Applications Close: 10th September 2026

Need more information ?

• Find out more about applying for this position.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

• For inquiries about the role, contact Leo Waterhouse on Leo.Waterhouse@health.nsw.gov.au