Join Australia's Leading Provider of Occupational Health & General Medical Services

Backed by the world-leading Sonic Healthcare network, Sonic HealthPlus partners with businesses to provide a range of onsite and in-clinic occupational and corporate healthcare services.

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HealthPlus is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive and collaborative workplace where our people thrive. Whether you're wanting to advance your career, develop new skills or looking to make a meaningful difference in your communities, you'll be empowered to grow and succeed with us.

We offer competitive remuneration, ongoing professional development and flexible working opportunities where possible, all within a supportive team culture built on integrity, excellence and care.

About The Role

As a DFR Nurse Officer, you'll be instrumental in conducting medical assessments and supporting candidate screening in line with Defence protocols. The successful candidate will be based at Wollongong ADFCC on a part time basis working a five (5) day fortnight, Wednesday, Thursday and every second Friday.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct telephone vetting and face-to-face preliminary assessments
- Review medical history questionnaires and document findings in electronic health records
- Provide support and guidance to Medical Screeners
- Complete medical file reviews
- Monitor and maintain clinical equipment used during assessments
- Follow structured procedures within a defined Defence health framework

About You You are a registered nurse with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence in patient care and documentation.

Essential Criteria

- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Minimum 3 years’ broad clinical experience in a comparable health system
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Confident using electronic medical records and ICT systems




- Current Working with Children Check
- Current CPR certification (HLTAD009)
- Australian Citizenship (mandatory for AGSVA Baseline Security Clearance)

Desirable

- Experience working in a Defence or base setting
- Background in pre-employment medicals or occupational health

Why Choose Sonic HealthPlus?

Benefits At Sonic HealthPlus, we value our people and offer a range of benefits to support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

- Flare perks platform: Access to exclusive discounts and gift cards for more than 9000 retailer locations across Australia.
- Novated leasing: Opportunity to finance a vehicle of your choice with simplified management and potential tax savings.
- Fitness Passport: Enjoy discounted gym memberships at participating fitness centres across Australia to support your health and wellbeing.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access free, confidential counselling services for you and your immediate family whenever you need support.
- Career development: As part of the Sonic Healthcare network, you'll have access to structured career progression, ongoing professional development, salary progression and network-wide opportunities to develop your skills.
- Supportive team culture: Work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who support one another, celebrate success and are committed to making a positive difference, every day.
- Commitment to diversity: Sonic HealthPlus is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We also value candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience and encourage veterans and partners of veterans to apply.

Join Sonic HealthPlus Ready to grow your career? Submit your resume and cover letter today and join Australia's leading occupational healthcare providers!

Primary Location

AU-NSW-Wollongong

Job Posting

09-Oct-2026

📌 Nurse Officer - Defence Force Recruiting (DFR) (City of Wollongong)
🏢 Sonic Healthplus
📍 City of Wollongong