Apply now Job no: 505665 Work type: Permanent Location: South Brisbane Categories: Administration
About the role
Mater has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Senior Administration Officer to join the Inpatients Administration Team as a part‐time Ward Clerk at Mater Private Hospital.
This is a permanent part‐time role (56 hours per fortnight), working a variety of day shifts from 6:30am – 3:00pm, along with every second Saturday from 8:00am – 12:00pm. With flexibility in your availability, there may also be opportunities to pick up additional shifts.
Your strong organisational skills and previous experience will see you become an integral part of a team committed to delivering outstanding care and improving patient experiences and outcomes.
Key Accountabilities
* Manage, organize, and provide confidential administrative support to the various wards ensuring areas are efficiently managed, representing Mater with strong customer focus to staff, patients and visitors
* Ability to respond competently in emergency situations, remaining calm and composed and to 'think on your feet.'
* Performing administrative functions as required, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures working closely with the Nursing Unit Manager and Clinical Team
* Ensure effective, accurate and timely communications with staff and clients, communicating with sensitivity and discretion
* Provide accurate data entry using various network‐based information systems to effectively manage patient admissions, discharges, and transfers in a timely and accurate manner
* Carry out other administration functions as directed by your Team Leader/Manager
* Exercise judgement where necessary to solve immediate problems in situations where precedents have not been set and procedures not defined
About you
* High level customer service, verbal and written communication skills
* Demonstrated ability to provide efficient and effective administrative support in a timely and organized manner
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, patients, and visitors
* Accurate data entry skills with a high‐level proficiency in Microsoft Office
* Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively within busy, demanding, fast‐paced environments
While previous experience in a similar role is not mandatory, previous administration experience within a healthcare environment will be very highly regarded.
Benefits
* Increase your take‐home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
* Grow your career with access to industry‐leading training and professional development through Mater Education
* Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on‐site pastoral care teams
* Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
* Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel and accommodation
* Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
* Convenient, discounted on‐site parking
* Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
* Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not‐Profit Healthcare Team
Application Deadline
Applications close: Sunday 10th May 2026
Direct applications only – we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‐employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).
EEO Statement
Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.
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