Administration Officer - Emergency Department
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- REQ578614 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Step into Healthcare and Grow your Administrative Skills!
Remuneration: $34.36 - $35.54 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3
Hours Per Week: 36hrs/week
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ578614
Closing date: Monday 2nd June 2025
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a motivated and personable individual to join our team in the Emergency Department at Tamworth Hospital. As the first point of contact for patients, visitors, and staff, you’ll play a vital role in providing a warm, efficient, and customer-focused service—both face-to-face and over the phone.
Why Join Us
Tamworth Hospital is one of the largest regional hospitals in the New England region and has recently undergone a major redevelopment. With state-of-the-art facilities and a broad range of specialist services—including Orthopaedics, Theatres, ICU, Paediatrics, Dialysis, Rehabilitation, and Medical—this is a fantastic opportunity for Administration Officers looking to grow and diversify their skills in a dynamic and supportive healthcare environment.
To Thrive
To see success in this role you will bring:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent time management and organisational abilities
- A proactive, team-oriented approach
- The ability to stay calm, adaptable, and responsive in a fast-moving environment
- Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including overnight and midnight shifts
Support
This is a fast-paced and highly rewarding position where no two days are the same. You’ll be supported by a dedicated Patient Services Manager, Team Leader, and a close-knit Administration Team, all committed to helping you succeed with the right tools, guidance, and encouragement.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer.
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Georgia Grimley on Georgia.Grimley@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- Previous candidates need not re-apply.
- Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
- At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
- Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Information for Applicants:
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
- Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
- This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
- Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
- Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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