Indigenous Career Pathways
- Western NSW Local Health District
- NSW, Australia
- Apr 16, 2024
Job Description
Why work with us
If you have a genuine interest in caring for others, good communication skills, patience and a high degree of motivation, a career in health with Western NSW LHD is for you.
There are many health pathways to choose from to get you into the health profession you have always dreamed about, whether it be a dentist, doctor, nurse, administration professional or allied health worker.
Living in Western NSW offers so much more than a rewarding and fulfilling career. Our district has diverse and vibrant people living across large regional cities, well-serviced rural towns and a number of unique Australian villages.
You’ll be welcomed with open arms by communities grateful for your service and keen to make you one of their own. You’ll find friends easy to make and be supported by both your workplace and the community in which you live to achieve your dreams.
In Western NSW, we really look after each other.
Our District
We provide specialised health services at:
- 3 regional referral hospitals at Bathurst, Dubbo and Orange
- Australia’s largest rural mental health service at Orange
- 4 procedural hospitals at Mudgee, Cowra, Parkes and Forbes
- 25 Multipurpose Services, located in some of our most unique Australian outback towns including Lightning Ridge, Bourke, and many others.
A place for everyone
As the largest employer in Western NSW, we are a diverse and inclusive workplace. We respect everyone and are inclusive of ethnicity, cultural backgrounds, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, and professional identity.
We are committed to improving Aboriginal health and making all our services accessible, respectful and culturally safe places for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Join us in health and be a part of making this happen.
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Western NSW Local Health District is the largest Local Health District in NSW. We offer a diverse range of essential services to individuals of all ages, including prenatal care, child development support, treatment for chronic and complex conditions and palliative care. We strive to deliver high-quality, accessible and community-centered care to all of our patients.
Products and Services: WNSWLHD offers a broad spectrum of healthcare services encompassing primary care, acute care, community health, mental health, and specialist services. From hospital-based treatments to community outreach programs, we strive to meet the diverse healthcare needs of individuals and families across Western NSW. Additionally, the district is actively involved in health promotion and disease prevention activities to support the overall health and resilience of the community.
Employment Opportunities: we provides a wide range of employment opportunities for individuals seeking to make a difference in healthcare. From clinical roles such as doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals to non-clinical positions in administration, management, and support services, there are diverse career pathways available within the health district. Living in Western NSW offers so much more than a rewarding and fulfilling career. Our district has diverse and vibrant people living across large regional cities, well-serviced rural towns and a number of unique Australian villages. You’ll be welcomed with open arms by communities grateful for your service and keen to make you one of their own. You’ll find friends easy to make and be supported by both your workplace and the community in which you live to achieve your dreams. In Western NSW, we really look after each other.
Commitment to First Nations People: we deeply committed to improving health outcomes and addressing the healthcare needs of Australia's First Nations People. The health district recognises the importance of culturally appropriate healthcare services. We are dedicated to fostering a culturally safe and respectful environment for both staff and patients, and it actively promotes the recruitment and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff to better reflect the communities it serves and currently have over 7% of our staff identify as Aborginal or Torres Strait Islander. Join our team and contribute to the advancement of Indigenous health and well-being in Western NSW.
