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Administration Officer Level 3 - AudiologyJohn Hunter Children's Hospital
This is a targeted position in accordance with Policy Directive () NSW Health Good Health - Great Jobs: Aboriginal Workforce Strategic Framework 2016 - 2020. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent who meet the selection criteria. Exemption is claimed under S21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal applicants must demonstrate Aboriginality by providing documentation before the interview in addition to addressing the selection criteria. For information on Confirmation of Aboriginality requirements click
In the event there are no suitable Aboriginal applicants then applications from non-Aboriginal applicants will be considered.
The Audiology department and team is located in the John Hunter Children’s Hospital and provides specialist hearing services to patients of all ages. This is a referral based service and provides hearing assessments for those who have been identified as having or at risk of having hearing loss.
About the role:
This role will provide consistent, high quality customer service as a person of first contact including, telephone, email enquiries and personal contact with patients. Administration duties will include, but not limited to, scheduling appointments, analysing correspondence, data entry and supporting payroll and rostering. You will work in partnership with other administration staff in the Audiology department. This role will be supported by the multidisciplinary team in the Audiology department, the administration manager and the manager of Community and Allied Health within Children Young Peoples and Families. Orientation and training will be provided as required.
About you:
This role will best suit an applicant who has great communication skills and a friendly welcoming nature. Teamwork will be key in this role and strengths required include the ability to plan and prioritise workload and be proficient in the use of computer hardware, software and electronic systems.
What we can offer you:
is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry we provide a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast. Being the largest employer in the region we can offer salary packaging options, educational opportunities and support from a broad network of health professionals. With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen profession. Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits:
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Superannuation contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary full/part time vacancies.
Please attach evidence of qualifications/registrations/license required for this position, as outlined in the position description, as part of your online application.
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.
All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW. Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate.
A third COVID-19 dose is a requirement for Category A positions, as is one dose of the current Southern hemisphere influenza vaccine registered for use by the TGA. COVID-19 booster doses are highly recommended for all other health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.
this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive . All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).
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is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting via or 1300 40 25 23.
Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Sinead Redman on *************@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 27 September 2022
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