Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 31 August, 2025 11:55 PM
Sunday 31 August, 2025 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 2
$66,049 to $70,993 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Part Time
Region:
North
Location:
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
An exciting opportunity to provide reception and administrative support services for Women's and Children's Services ward areas.
The Team:
All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.
The Role:
As part of the health care team the occupant of this position will provide reception and administrative support services for Women's and Children's Services (WACS) ward areas.
Provide reception and administrative support to the Maternity Unit, reporting to the Maternity Unit Manager (MUM), Clinical Midwifery Consultant (CNC) and In Charge Midwife, by assisting with enquiries from patients and clinical staff. Updating of patient information regarding admissions and discharges in the health information management system.
* Work in a supportive team environment with a great team culture
* Provide frontline support and assistance with administrative operations of the maternity ward
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania:
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment:
Permanent part time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working 32 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed upon date.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary:$66,049 to $70,993 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
* Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
Salary Packaging:
You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
* Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable, and as determined by individual position requirements)
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
* Previous experience working within a health care environment
* Previous experience in health related or other databases
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name:Jennifer Pople
Position:Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) Maternity Unit
Phone number:0438 217 705
Email address:Jennifer.pople@ths.tas.gov.au
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Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 2
$66,049 to $70,993 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Part Time
Region:
North
Location:
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
An exciting opportunity to provide reception and administrative support services for Women's and Children's Services ward areas.
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 2
$66,049 to $70,993 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Part Time
Region:
North
Location:
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
An exciting opportunity to provide reception and administrative support services for Women's and Children's Services ward areas.
* Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
* Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
* Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.
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