Overview
Be the heartbeat of the Surgical Ward – Clinical Support Officer, Armidale Hospital. Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging. Location: Armidale Hospital. Employment Type: Permanent Part Time. Position Classification: Registered Nurse. Hours Per Week: 32. Requisition ID: REQ. Applications Close: Sunday 12th October 2025.
Where you'll be working
Set high on the picturesque Northern Tablelands, Armidale is a city that blends vibrant culture with stunning natural beauty. Armidale Rural Referral Hospital is a modern 99-bed facility delivering high-quality acute care to the local community and surrounding towns, with services ranging from surgery and emergency to paediatrics, maternity, imaging, allied health and mental health. The Surgical Ward is a busy, dynamic environment where teamwork and dedication shine, and every role matters.
About The Role
We're seeking a proactive and reliable Clinical Support Officer to join our friendly surgical team. Your day will be varied and fast-paced, working alongside nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide vital administrative support. Responsibilities include data entry and payroll, updating rosters, ordering supplies, and assisting with recruitment. You'll help keep the ward running smoothly so our clinicians can focus on patient care. This isn't just a desk job—it's a role where you'll feel part of the team and contribute directly to patient outcomes.
About You
You're organised, approachable, and thrive on being the go-to person in a busy environment. You have excellent communication skills and can manage competing priorities, working collaboratively and staying calm under pressure. While experience with Microsoft Office and administrative systems is valued, the key qualities are reliability, adaptability, and a commitment to supporting patients and staff.
Requirements
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Experience with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team
What We Can Offer You
* Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
* 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full-time nurses)
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - enabling work-life balance
* Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
* Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
* Opportunity to work with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Need more information
For role related queries please contact Ashlee Olrich at .
Additional Information
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part-time and temporary vacancies. Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria in the position description. Assistance with addressing selection criteria is available at:
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay. For more information, contact SalaryPackagingPLUS at or .
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015 prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the policy requirements.
If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or at any stage. We will work with you to meet your needs.
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