Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Admin Off Lvl 3
Remuneration: 71072.43 - 73287.41 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ645893
Location: Westmead
Applications close: Midnight on 23 March 2026
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
What you'll be doing
* To be the first point of contact in the Medical Imaging Department for booking and scheduling procedures in the Hospital bookings system for all Medical Imaging modalities as well as being responsible for relaying pre-procedural instructions/information. A good understanding of human anatomy is therefore necessary for this position.
* Perform Departmental administrative duties as directed by Business/Operations Manager including but not limited to typing letters, updating spreadsheets, typing rosters, filing, scanning and faxing.
* To be able to adapt to unexpected situations and fluctuating workload. This role is a central point for a very busy department with many competing demands on time. Skilled prioritisation and efficiency are essential.
* Because this role requires constant interaction with parents, carers, clinicians, nurses, technical and administration staff a calm, understanding and friendly attitude is essential.
Eligible employees may access:
• Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full time staff
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Passport
• Flexible Work Opportunities
How to Apply:
Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:
• A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
• Responses to the questions below:
* Previous experience booking medical procedures and giving pre-procedure instructions, preferably in a Hospital situation. An excellent understanding of human anatomy is essential. (Previous experience in a Medical Imaging Department would be an advantage).
* Professional and pleasant phone manner with the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
* Previous proven excellent administration skills with a minimum typing speed of 50 wpm.
* High standard of verbal and written communication skills.
* Proficient in MS Word and Outlook as well as intermediate Excel skills with the ability to learn new computer programs. Previous experience using Powerchart and Patient scheduling would be an advantage.
* Proven ability to work as part of a team as well as unsupervised.
* Ability to be flexible, learn new tasks and demonstrate initiative with demonstrated problem solving skills (please give an example).
* Ability to deal confidently and courteously with people who may be distressed, people from diverse backgrounds and health care staff from different positions and levels.
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health's commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
Need more information and support?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) Learn more about The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
4) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at
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