Patient Assisted Transport Scheme (PATS) Officer
Patient Assisted Travel SchemePerthPatient Assisted Transport Scheme (PATS) Officer Salary : HSO Level G3 $80,812 - $87,549 (plus 12% superannuation) Location : Perth Unit / Division : WACHS - Central Office >
Patient Assisted Travel Scheme Work Type : Fixed Term - Full Time Position No : Pool Ref PATSOAO Closing Date : 2025-07-28 4 : 00 PM Attachments :
This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time appointments for 6 months.
About this opportunity
PATS is funded by the WA State Government through the Department of Primary Industry and Regional Development (DPIRD) Royalties for Regions (RfR) scheme and is administered by WA Country Health Service. The intent of PATS is to support equitable access to medical specialist services for country people. PATS provides financial assistance towards travel and accommodation expenses to eligible permanent WA country residents and their approved support persons who are required to travel a minimum distance to access their nearest available medical specialist service.
The Job Description Form (attached) provides a full statement of duties.
Eligibility to Apply : To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).
Other Conditions : WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.
Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
Area Profile : The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.
Employee Benefits : In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements) :
- 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information .
- Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave / assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location based allowances
Selection Criteria : Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at ).
How to Apply
Apply online via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page and provide :
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4 : 00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
filler Position Title Patient Assisted Transport Scheme (PATS) Officer Agency WA Country Health Service Salary Location Perth Unit / Division WACHS - Central Office >
Patient Assisted Travel Scheme Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time Position No. Pool Ref PATSOAO Closing Date Position Title Patient Assisted Transport Scheme (PATS) Officer Location Perth Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time Position No. Pool Ref PATSOAO Salary Closing Date Description
This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time appointments for 6 months.
About this opportunity
PATS is funded by the WA State Government through the Department of Primary Industry and Regional Development (DPIRD) Royalties for Regions (RfR) scheme and is administered by WA Country Health Service. The intent of PATS is to support equitable access to medical specialist services for country people. PATS provides financial assistance towards travel and accommodation expenses to eligible permanent WA country residents and their approved support persons who are required to travel a minimum distance to access their nearest available medical specialist service.
The Job Description Form (attached) provides a full statement of duties.
Eligibility to Apply : To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).
Other Conditions : WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.
Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
Area Profile : The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.
Employee Benefits : In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements) :
Selection Criteria : Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at ).
How to Apply
Apply online via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page and provide :
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4 : 00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
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