Clinical Support Officer - Targeted
Are you a dynamic and organised administrator looking to make a real impact in healthcare?
Here’s your chance to join the Surgical Services and Theatre Department at John Hunter Hospital as a Clinical Support Officer .
You'll be a vital part of a passionate team, helping to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care to our community.
Renumeration: $34.46- $35.54 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Awabakal / John Hunter Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Administration Clinical Support Officer Level 3
Requisition ID: REQ570153
Closing Date: Thursday, 22nd May 2025
Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
Join the Team That Keeps Surgery Running Smoothly – Become a Clinical Support Officer at John Hunter Hospital!
About the Role
This is a permanent part-time role (2 days per week) – availability on Thursdays and Fridays is essential.
In this fast-paced and rewarding position, you'll support our surgical and perioperative teams by managing essential administrative functions that keep everything running behind the scenes. From scheduling and recruitment to data entry and patient coordination, your work will directly contribute to exceptional patient outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing high-level admin support to ensure positive healthcare experiences in the theatre suite.
- Assisting the Nurse Unit Manager with rostering, recruitment, auditing, and planning education.
- Coordinating meeting agendas, writing minutes, and completing general administrative tasks.
- Managing communication between clinical teams, patients, and service partners.
About You
You are an enthusiastic and reliable team player who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare setting. You bring:
- Administrative experience, preferably in a clinical or hospital environment.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Confidence using hospital systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- A passion for supporting frontline care and continuous learning.
- Initiative, adaptability, and an eye for detail.
What We Offer
- A welcoming and inclusive team culture that values your contribution.
- On-the-job training, including a structured induction and development plan within 3 months, aligned to the HNE Administration Professional Development Framework.
- Ongoing learning through face-to-face and online education, plus mentoring support.
- Job stability and the opportunity to grow your career within NSW Health.
- The satisfaction of knowing your skills make a real difference—every day.
If you're ready to take the next step in your admin career and want to support world-class surgical care, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and bring your organisation, energy, and purpose to a role that truly matters.
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 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
Information for Your Application
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Sabrina Knight on Sabrina.Knight@health.nsw.gov.au
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link above). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies
Information for 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.
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.
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. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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.
