Hunter New England Local Health District
Reference number
REQ636147
Occupation
Administration and Clerical
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Port Macquarie & Mid-North Coast
Salary Information
$ $
Closing date
22 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Step into the new JMO Support Officer role and shape the future of medical administration—bringing innovation, leadership exposure, and meaningful impact to Junior Medical Officers every day.
Remuneration: $ $ Per annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until August 2026
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 4
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Manning Base Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ636147
Applications Close: Sunday 22nd February 2026
About the role:
This is an exciting new role within the JMO Unit, offering the successful candidate the unique opportunity to help shape and grow the position. You'll have real scope to streamline processes, introduce innovative solutions, and enhance support for Junior Medical Officers (JMOs) and the wider medical administration team, with your input highly valued in embedding the role into the future structure of Medical Services.
As a JMO Support Officer, you will:
* Coordinate and support education, recruitment, onboarding, and training for JMOs and International Medical Graduates.
* Serve as a key point of contact for JMOs regarding leave, pastoral care, and administrative enquiries.
* Provide high-level administrative and secretariat support for JMO committees and meetings.
* Assist with rostering and leave management in consultation with the JMO Manager.
* Support orientation activities and term change processes.
* Build strong relationships with JMOs, Term Supervisors, senior clinicians, and the University of Newcastle – Department of Rural Health.
* Contribute to process improvement and innovation within the JMO Unit.
This role provides valuable leadership exposure, working closely with the JMO Manager Acting, Team Leader – Medical Administration, Medical Administration Manager, and hospital executives. It is also a stepping stone for future managerial opportunities, including leave relief for the JMO Manager.
The role is dynamic and fluid, operating on a standard roster of 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, while requiring adaptability for occasional early starts at 7:30 am during term changes or orientations. Minor travel may be required - typically one day a fortnight at Wingham Hospital, just 15 minutes from Manning Base. On-the-job training will be provided, and experience with JMOs or recruitment systems such as ROB is highly regarded.
Where you'll be working:
Set along the picturesque Manning River, Manning offers a serene escape with its lush landscapes, tranquil waterways, and a welcoming community vibe, all while providing easy access to pristine beaches and the beauty of New South Wales coast.
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Proximity to shopping and other services
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply:
* We are seeking someone who brings dedication, professionalism, and a genuine passion for healthcare. You thrive in a forward-thinking, collaborative environment and are open-minded, approachable, kind, and intuitive, with a natural curiosity and the confidence to ask questions when needed.
What level of experience is required?
* Experience in medical administration, rostering, or recruitment systems (such as ROB) is highly desirable. Equally valued are meeting coordination and typing skills, alongside the ability to navigate and interpret technology with ease, ensuring seamless administrative support in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team - we can't wait to hear from you
Additional information:
* An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
* This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
* At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD- for confidential support.
* To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered 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.
Need more information?
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Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category B 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 B 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. by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS via or
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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