Overview
Administration Officer – Medical Records at Kurri Kurri District Hospital. You will lead the Medical Records function and support clinicians with timely access to information that underpins high-quality patient care.
Details
* Remuneration: 71 072.43 - 73 287.41 per annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
* Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until June 2026
* Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3
* Hours Per Week: 38
* Location: Kurri Kurri District Hospital
* Requisition ID: REQ649013
* Applications Close: Monday 23rd March 2026
About the role
As the Administration Officer – Medical Records, you will manage the day-to-day operations of the Medical Records service at Kurri Kurri Hospital, handling patient health information with accuracy, security, and efficiency. You will oversee the full lifecycle of patient records, including preparation, filing, scanning, and maintaining both paper and electronic records, with autonomy and responsibility in a single-staff service.
You will support clinicians and administrative teams by ensuring timely access to patient information that underpins safe and effective care, while maintaining strong privacy, governance, and regulatory compliance standards. Although based locally, you will collaborate with Health Information colleagues across other hospital sites as part of a broader team.
Where you'll be working
Located in the Hunter Valley, Kurri Kurri offers a welcoming country town environment with access to regional amenities. Kurri Kurri District Hospital serves the Lower Hunter communities of Kurri Kurri, Abermain, Weston and Heddon Greta, delivering a broad range of healthcare services including a Level 1 Emergency Department, Medical and Surgical care, Rehabilitation, and dedicated Allied Health support.
Why Join HNE?
* Supportive and collaborative team
* Flexibility in work hours
* Monthly allocated day off
* Ongoing professional development across the administrative network
* Career progression opportunities within NSW Health
* Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
* Wellbeing programs such as Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program
Requirements
* Previous experience in an administration role dealing with patient information is highly valued
What you'll bring
* Highly organized and methodical, with the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy
* Self-motivated, able to work independently in a single-staff service
* Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
* Confident communicator with clinicians, colleagues, and stakeholders
* Adaptable and calm under pressure in a busy healthcare setting
* Discretion with sensitive information and a commitment to privacy and integrity
* 3–5 years of experience in a Medical Records or healthcare environment is preferred
Bring your dedication and professionalism to the team – we'd love to hear from you.
Additional information
* An eligibility list will be created for future temporary vacancies.
* Job share or part-time arrangements will be considered.
* We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please request them when you apply.
* To be eligible for employment, you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible NZ citizen, or hold a valid visa for work in Australia. Temporary visa holders will be considered only in line with visa conditions.
* We are unable to sponsor visas for this position.
Need more information?
* Position Description and applying information available on request.
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