Job Details
Requisition ID: REQ663650
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $75,176.80 - $76,897.65 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 14/06/2026
Contact: Maree Cain - Operations Manager Liverpool Cancer Services on | 8738 9838
A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.
Overview
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
This is a rewarding opportunity for an organized and proficient administrative support to the Cancer Genetics Staff Specialist and Counsellors with a high level of customer focus.
Responsibilities
* Coordinate and provide secretarial support for Department meetings, arrange travel and accommodation for local and overseas conferences, assist recruitment onboarding of genetics staff and manage calendars.
* Proficiency in hospital-based systems and databases, and perform other duties allocated by clinicians and Operations Manager.
Qualities / Ideal Candidate
* Experience in a secretarial role with excellent written and verbal communication skills, whilst maintaining professional customer interactions and confidentiality.
* Excellent organisational skills; competent in Microsoft Office, capable of preparing high-level correspondence including letters, briefs, and reports. Confident in diary coordination, scheduling patient appointments, meeting preparation (including minute taking and follow-up), source required information and meet deadlines, with analytical and problem-solving skills and minimal supervision.
Selection Criteria
* Demonstrated experience in a secretarial or administrative role, ideally within a healthcare setting, including high level proficiency in core secretarial functions such as diary management, meeting coordination and minute taking.
* High level written, technical and administrative capability: fast and accurate typing, experience with medical terminology and dictation, preparation of professional documents and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and patient administration databases.
* Strong personal effectiveness and problem solving skills, ability to work independently with minimal supervision, manage competing priorities, communicate professionally (including telephone manner), and demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm and discretion.
Benefits
* Financial Perks
o 12% superannuation
o Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
o Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
o One extra day off each month for full-time employees
* Work-Life Balance
o Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
o Paid maternity and parental leave
o Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
* Grow Your Career
o Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs
* Health & Wellbeing
o Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
o Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
o Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Employment & Legal Information
* Temporary visa holders: May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
* Vaccination Requirements: All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
* Child Safe Employment: South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child‐safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. 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.
* Diversity, Culture & Inclusion: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact. We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
* Aboriginal Workforce: For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
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