Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 4
Remuneration: $75,176.80 - $76,897.65 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ655759
Location: John Hunter Hospital
Applications Close:12 May 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
NSW Health Pathology is currently seeking a skilled Administration Officer to join the Anatomical Pathology Department at John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle. Operating in a busy and dynamic environment, the Anatomical Pathology Laboratory at John Hunter Hospital conducts tests for surgical patients across Newcastle and the Hunter Valley region.
If you're driven and thrive in a team environment, we encourage you to submit your application today!
Nestled on the beautiful, sun-drenched eastern coastline of New South Wales, just over two hours north of Sydney, Newcastle is a vibrant city bursting with things to do. Spectacular beaches and coastal scenery, with ocean baths and some of the country’s best surfing spots, are only just the start. Then there’s a dedication to coffee to attract envious glances from Melbourne.
What you'll be doing
The Administration Officer provides effective administrative and office support services for the Anatomical Pathology Department, whilst ensuring all tasks undertaken are managed in a timely manner.
What we can offer you
* Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
* Work-life balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees)
* Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning
* Health & wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.
Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:
* Proven computer literacy and strong keyboard skills with speed and accuracy, including use of digital transcription equipment.
* Proven experience working in a high workload and pressure area with successful track records to provide best performance as well as knowledge of clinical and corporate applications and work practices, and their relationship to other health care processes.
* Demonstrated ability and initiative to work both as part of a team and independently, supporting your team members and management, with sound knowledge of administrative procedures in health setting.
* Demonstrated strong customer focus and commitment to providing exceptional services to all clients (internal and external to the organistion).
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including strong written and verbal English and be capable of professionally liaising and working with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation using different modes of communication in a technical and business context.
* Demonstrated knowledge of anatomical terms and awareness of the diagnostic role of anatomical pathology.
Information For Applicants
* NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
* NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.
* NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website
* You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.
* All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
* An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.
* We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives. Please note that applications that appear to be generated by AI tools or copied from external sources may not be considered.
* This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
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