Build your admin career—bring your strengths and grow with us at Cessnock Hospital!
Remuneration: $32.30 - $33.37 per hour + Superannuation
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 2
Location: Cessnock Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ564735
Closing date: Sunday, 27th April 2025
What You Will Be Doing
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to step into the world of administration and gain valuable healthcare experience.
In this role, you will gain hands-on experience across various areas within the hospital, including ward and clinic admin, front-line customer service, and support for the Emergency Department and hospital switchboard.
You will be involved in essential tasks such as managing theatre paperwork, handling incoming calls, and coordinating correspondence. It’s the perfect chance to build a strong foundation, develop valuable skills, and grow within a supportive hospital environment.
Support You Will Receive
* A buddy system to provide guidance and support as you settle into your new role
* Continuous support from the Executive Assistant and Service team
* Strong support network within the large administration team
* Easy access to help—support is just a phone call or short walk away
Your Key Skills
* Confident using computers and software
* A quick learner with strong communication skills
* Ability to work well in a team
* Flexible and adaptable
* Eagerness to learn and grow
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. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* 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
Additional Information
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position, you must be an Australian Citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of temporary visa holders may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified, and only in line with visa conditions and expiry date.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options.
Hunter New England Local Health District is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. For confidential support during the application process, contact
Need More Information?
Click here for the Position Description and more about applying for this position.
For queries, contact Jennifer Whiting at
Information for Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and criteria in the position description. For help with addressing criteria, visit:
Visit the Stepping Up website to support indigenous applicants:
This is a Category A position. Applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy PD2024_015 before an offer is made. All new employees must comply with this policy.
Salary Packaging options are available to enhance your take-home pay. Contact or 1300 40 25 23 for more info.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for various benefits, including ADO, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options.
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