Remuneration: $71,072.43 - $73,287.41 Per Annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Manning Base Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ648370
Applications Close: Monday, 20th April 2026
Where you'll be working
You'll be part of the Taree Pharmacotherapy Unit, located on the grounds of Manning Base Hospital, working alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team including Nursing staff, Doctors and Aboriginal Health Workers.
The team is supportive, professional and focused on delivering safe, respectful and person-centred care. You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the service while contributing to a welcoming and non-judgemental environment for clients.
About the role
Working closely with the Nursing Unit Manager (NUM) and clinical staff, you'll provide essential administrative support to the Pharmacotherapy Unit.
A typical day is varied and fast-paced, with responsibilities including:
* Answering phones and responding to enquiries
* Greeting and supporting clients in a professional and friendly manner
* Booking appointments and assisting with rostering tasks
* Entering data and maintaining accurate records
* Ordering supplies and supporting day-to-day operations
* Providing administrative support to the NUM and wider team
Standard hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.
This role offers variety, with changing priorities and the opportunity to work closely with a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic healthcare setting.
About you
You are a friendly, adaptable and solutions-focused administrator who enjoys working with people and contributing to a supportive team environment.
We're looking for someone who:
* Has strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach
* Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
* Is approachable, friendly and maintains a non-judgemental attitude
* Can adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment
* Builds positive relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders
Your ability to remain calm, organised and professional will be key to your success in this role.
Support and development
You'll be supported by the Nursing Unit Manager, experienced staff members and senior administrative colleagues.
The role includes:
* Orientation and role-specific training
* Ongoing support and supervision
* Opportunities to build your skills within a healthcare environment
This is a great opportunity to develop your administrative career while contributing to a service that makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Additional Information:
* An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
* 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.
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Information for Applicants:
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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 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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