Overview
Administration Officer Level 2 – Hunter New England Local Health District
Location: Cessnock Hospital. Hours: 38 hours per week. Employment type: Temporary Full Time to September 2026. Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 2. Remuneration: $64,046.06 - $66,170.25 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Packaging. Closing Date: Sunday, 12th October 2025. Interviews will be held on Friday 17th October.
Responsibilities
Registering patients and maintaining accurate data entry
Coordinating patient discharges
Supporting nursing staff with administrative duties
Providing friendly, professional customer service to patients, families, and staff
What We Are Looking For
Organised, proactive, and eager to learn
Ability to prioritise and manage tasks in a busy environment
Work well independently and as part of a team with strong customer service skills
Experience in healthcare administration is a plus, but transferable skills from customer service are welcome
Available to work Monday to Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm (some flexibility available)
Why Join Us
Develop valuable administrative skills in a hospital setting
Gain hands-on experience with clinical and administrative teams
Supportive environment that values growth
No weekend work and 1 extra day off a month
Access to Fitness Passport and Salary Packaging
Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing
Position Details
Location:
Cessnock Hospital
Requisition ID:
REQ
Hours Per Week:
38
Next Steps & Information
Click here for the Position Description
Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries, contact Jennifer Whiting at
Eligibility & Additional Information
Permanent employment eligibility: Australian Citizen, permanent resident, or New Zealand citizen with a current NZ passport
Temporary visa holders may only be offered employment if no suitable local candidate is identified; visa conditions apply
An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
Casual opportunities may be available; job share/part-time arrangements may be considered
Salary packaging information available via SalaryPackagingPLUS
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing criteria, visit the Stepping Up resources. This is a Category A position in line with PD2024_015 requirements. All recent employees must comply with the Infection Diseases vaccination policy.
We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. For confidential support to ensure an equitable application process, contact Rebecca Caldwell at
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Administrative
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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📌 Administration Officer Level 2
🏢 Hunter New England Local Health District
📍 New South Wales