Job Opportunities in Australia

• Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Community Health, Port Lincoln
• Salary: $58,709 - $63,154 p.a (pro rata) - ASO2
• Temporary Part Time (up to 31 October 2025) - 0.8 FTE

Join Our Team as an Administration Officer

As an Administration Officer, you will report directly to the Business Support Coordinator for EFN LHN, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration. You'll also be accountable to the Regional Community Health Team Leader for Business Support and Programs, allowing you to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a dedicated team committed to excellence in community health. Join us in this vital role and help shape the future of health services in the EFN Region!
Key Responsibilities:

• Address client inquiries both over the phone and in person, offering relevant advice and assistance, or referring them to the appropriate team member for further support.
• Respond promptly to incoming calls, ensuring that all queries are met with accurate and helpful information.
• Make appropriate referrals as needed, connecting clients with the right services.
• Manage the booking of appointments efficiently to ensure a smooth experience for clients.
• Greet and assist visitors in the reception area with professionalism, ensuring they are directed to the right person or service.
• Network and foster strong working relationships with fellow administrative colleagues and external organizations.
• Take and relay clear and accurate messages, ensuring effective communication within the team.
• Execute emergency procedures in line with established policies, procedures, and guidelines, ensuring safety and compliance.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in delivering comprehensive and efficient administrative and clerical support services.
• Strong familiarity with computer software programs, particularly Microsoft Office and internet applications.
• A solid understanding of primary health care and community health principles.
• Insight into confidentiality protocols and information security practices.
• Awareness of Occupational Health and Safety requirements to ensure a safe working environment.

The Region
The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) covers almost 340,000 square kilometres of spectacular South Australia, supporting about 40,000 people living around Eyre Peninsula and the Far North of the state.
With its ancient outback landscapes and culture, boutique vineyards, renowned oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, the Eyre Peninsula and Far North offers a lifestyle that will inspire and energise you. The region enjoys a Mediterranean style climate so there’s plenty of opportunity to enjoy everything the region has to offer. From surfing and fishing to hiking and exploring the outback – create your best life, right here.
To find out more about working in Eyre and Far North LHN visit Eyre and Far North LHN | SA Health
Why Join Us

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Job security and inclusions: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation and leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Work in a collaborative team that values your contributions and professional growth.

Applicant Information
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s)

• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances) etc.
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 882531
Enquiries
Susie Chapman
Phone: 0458 537 553
Position: Program Manager Business Support
E-mail: susie.chapman@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
Thursday 7th November 2024, 11:55PM
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