September 7, 2024

Hunter New England Local Health District

Tamworth

OTHER & PART TIME

Communications Clerk

Remuneration: $31.21 - $32.24 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: Tamworth Hospital - Kamilaroi/Gomeroi Country - work location is site based only
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Admin Officer Level 2
Hours Per Week: up to 16
Requisition ID: REQ514248
Applications Close: Tuesday 17th September 2024

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. 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. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.

About the role:

This role will see you provide efficient and effective administrative support to the Emergency Department at Tamworth Hospital, assisting patients, visitors, doctors, and nurses.

To ensure your success in this role, training and orientation will be provided, as well as ongoing support by the Emergency Department Team, Patient Services Manager, Team Leader, and Administrative Team.

Where you’ll be working:

Tamworth is a modern, progressive city set in a picturesque backdrop of tree covered mountains. Renowned for its diversity and experiences, Tamworth proves that a rural lifestyle can be complimented by a thriving city experience. Make life-long friends and embrace the incredible lifestyle that Tamworth has to offer!

Tamworth Hospital is a major referral hospital located in the northern region of the Hunter New England Local Health District. Recently refurbished to boast brand new, state of the art facilities, our 288-bed facility includes Intensive Care, rehabilitation services, a Brain Injury Unit, Diabetes Centre and high dependency unit.

Tamworth Hospital provides the perfect platform for Administration Officers to expand their Administration experience and expertise.

About You:

To be successful in this position, you will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as superior time management and attention to detail. You will be a dedicated and enthusiastic team player with the ability to think on your feet and complete work within allocated timeframes. You will be available to work shift work.

There will also be opportunity to extend your knowledge and gain experience in other positions, including other Administration positions within the Patient Services Department.

Benefits:

Salary packaging options
Fitness Passport
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.

Additional Information:

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Georgia Grimley on Georgia.Grimley@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3v L5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealth Stepping Up.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.