Employment Type: Temporary Part Time Until February 2026
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3
Remuneration: $68,338.79 - $70,468.72 + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 36
Location: John Hunter Hospital
Closing Date: Sunday the 12th of October
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply, and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access.
About The Role
The Infusion Lounge is the heart of the General Medicine Unit, providing critical outpatient infusion services that support patients through their treatment journey.
As the Administration Assistant, you will be the first point of contact for patients and families, ensuring they receive professional and compassionate support at every step.
You’ll work closely with nursing staff and clinicians to:
- Answer phones and manage enquiries
- Make and coordinate appointments for patients requiring infusions and those on the Out & About program
- Order and maintain supplies
- Manage and monitor the generic email inbox
- Prepare and collate patient charts
- Liaise with clinicians to follow up on paperwork
- Provide general administration duties to support the smooth running of the lounge
About You
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented skilled who thrives in a dynamic health environment.
You will bring:
- A proactive “can do” attitude with strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent time management and organisational abilities to manage competing priorities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across a multidisciplinary team as well as independently
- Confidence using computer systems and a willingness to learn hospital-specific applications
- Professionalism, adaptability, and a genuine commitment to supporting patient care through quality administration
Benefits
Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work life 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
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.
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.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies
This is a targeted recruitment under Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment (General) Rules 2014 where only Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are considered eligible to apply for this role.
Hunter New England Local Health District is committed to equal employment opportunity and welcomes applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
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