Employment Type: Permanent Part Time (job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse ; Health Clinician Level 1/2 (Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker) ; Psychologist
Remuneration: $79,419.00 - $122,465.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 32
Applications Close: 7 Oct 2026 – 11:59pm
Clinical Assessor – Single Assessment Service
Aged, Disability and Palliative Care Directorate
About the role The specialist clinician, working as part of a multidisciplinary team, is responsible for coordinating the care of clients seeking services within their specialty area and providing expert and quality clinical services in collaboration with consumers, carers and other care providers, using an integrated approach. This position will undertake the role of Assessor for the Single Aged Care Assessment Service and to provide client-end assessment.
Aged Care Services delivers a range of clinical and non-clinical services across the Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) to support older people and their families to enable them remain supported in their home.
The Aged Care teams and programs have a strong commitment to advocacy, restorative care and reablement back to wellness and independence. The position will enjoy cooperation and support within a strong leadership team and can expect significant challenges in a changing aged care environment which needs to respond to a growing patient population and Commonwealth and State health reforms impacting on operations.
Helping you move to Western NSW The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections.
To A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the perks of a career in our Local Health District
Early in your career? Get AHEAD!
Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD’s Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:
- Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
- Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
- Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program. The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD.
Hear from our early-career professionals: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program To apply for this role:
- Click ‘Apply’
- Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
- Upload your current resume
- Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Jessica Hennessy, Senior Manager Clinical Nursing and Associated Services on 0429 466 533 or at
[email protected]
Additional information for applicants:
- All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive workplace for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse.
- Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
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📌 Clinical Assessor - Single Assessment Service (Dubbo)
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