The Team
The Tasmanian Clinical Genetics Service Administrative team plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of specialist genetic services across Tasmania. Working collaboratively with clinicians, scientists, and allied health professionals, the Administrative Officer provides essential support through patient coordination, appointment scheduling, record management, and effective communication with patients and internal stakeholders. The team is committed to professionalism, confidentiality, and accuracy, ensuring smooth service delivery while contributing to a respectful, inclusive, and patient‐focused healthcare environment.
The Role
The Tasmanian Clinical Genetics Service (TCGS) is a Statewide service providing assessment, diagnosis, genetic testing, management advice, counselling and support for individuals and families who have, or are at risk of having, a genetic condition.
Responsibilities
* Complete a broad variety of administrative and research support services to ensure the smooth running of the TCGS office and clinic coordination within required timeframes.
* Critically examine, evaluate, and take appropriate action on information submitted to ensure relevance, completeness, and accuracy.
* Maintain and ensure the integrity of databases, information systems and spreadsheets as required for administrative and clinical tasks, reports and quality improvement activities.
Appointment Details
Fixed term full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a period of three years. Hours are negotiable with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used for subsequent or similar vacancies.
Salary and Benefits
Salary: $73,811 to $79,779 per annum. Employer superannuation contribution of 12% is on top of this amount, in accordance with the Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.
* Salary packaging includes living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
* Benefits: Leave entitlements including study leave and Professional Development Support; fitness passport access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania.
Eligibility and Application Guidance
Applicants should refer to the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide for detailed information on pre‐employment checks and application requirements. The Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide are available for download.
How to Apply
Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button. You will be prompted to complete a 1–2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Contact
Name: Rachel Pope‐CoustonPosition: Acting Manager Tasmanian Clinical Genetics ServicePhone: (03) 6166 8296Email: rachel.pope‐couston@ths.tas.gov.au
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities. Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything Department of Health does.
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