Work with REDHS

Rochester and Elmore District Health Service (REDHS) is situated in Rochester which is the gateway to the mighty Murray River region and close to the regional centres of Echuca, Bendigo and Shepparton.  

We are an integrated rural health service, providing a broad range of acute, residential aged care, preventative and primary health programs and home care services to a population of approximately 8,600 people in the Campaspe and Bendigo Shires. 

We enjoy a strong relationship with our community and we are focused on delivering services that meet their needs.

Following the flood in October 2022, we commenced an extensive rebuild of our facility which is due for completion in December 2024. 

Why do our staff like working for us?

• When you join REDHS you are more than just a number, you are valued at REDHS and a part of our caring journey for our community.
• At REDHS we provide a safe well-resourced environment that enables our staff to focus on providing great care
• Our workplace culture is inclusive and diverse and is centred around team connectedness, the provision of safe-quality care, developing our workforce and supporting their well-being
• We have an onsite café that serves great coffee and you can enjoy a laugh at our social functions! 

What are the benefits for you?

• We offer competitive rates of pay
• You will have access to generous salary packaging options which means you pay less tax and keep more of your pay
• There are many learning and development opportunities on offer including an onsite educator and access to study leave
• You will achieve a better work/life balance through flexible work practices including the option to purchase additional annual leave
• We have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program that extends to your immediate family
• You will have free use of our onsite gymnasium
• Staff Immunisation Program (Influenza, COVID-19)
• Free onsite parking and walking distance to train station and local shops

At a glance – key facts about Rochester

• Friendly community, safe and family friendly
• Close proximity to Echuca, Bendigo and Shepparton
• 195 km north of Melbourne (Rochester)
• Current population 3,100 – Rochester; Campaspe Region 37,000
• 4 primary schools, 1 high school (Rochester / Elmore) (Total 20 primary schools, 9 secondary schools across the Campaspe region)
• Bendigo TAFE (Echuca campus)
• Four hospitals, including REDHS
• Key industries of work – Health Care & Social Assistance, Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing, Manufacturing, Retail Trade, Construction, Accommodation & Food Services, Education & Training.
• Daily passenger V/line train and coach services