AddressThe Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications, and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.
Reporting to the Regulatory Advisor – Registration Team Leader, the Regulatory Officer – Registration will be responsible for the case management of applications for registration and renewal of registration. This role is positioned in the International stream where you will accurately assess and process applications. No day is the same, you will work across multiple professionals and varied applications that will have complexity due to adverse disclosures or restrictions. This role will engage with various stakeholders within the organisation, Board members, and Health Practitioners.
We are looking for a Regulatory Officer – Registration to join our team in Brisbane, Perth, or Sydney. Applications are also being accepted for expressions of interest to be placed on Ahpra’s merit list for future vacancies.
In this role you will:
- Deliver customer focused efficient, accurate assessment and processing of applications and other documents for registration of health practitioners
- Assess and case manage applications for registration within KPI’s timeframes.
- Prepare correspondence for our key stakeholders (Internal and External)
- Respond quickly and professionally to new and changing situations in a fast paced environment
- Provide accurate and timely general administrative assistance, including data entry, scanning, photocopying, and filing
- Be proactive and take initiative to respond to administrative needs
As the ideal candidate, you will demonstrate the following:
You will have exceptional organisational and problem solving skills, including the ability to effectively prioritise and manage multiple tasks and deadlines will be key to your success. Your ability to develop and maintain strong, supportive working relationships within your immediate and wider team along with exemplary written skills are critical.
- Certificate III in Business Administration or equivalent and/or relevant experience.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in a range of applications including Microsoft Office and experience using electronic databases
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and experience in dealing with people at all levels
- Initiative and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment to deliver outcomes and objectives
What we offer:
- Work/life balance with the flexibility to work both in the office and at home – the best of both worlds
- Discounts on Private Health Insurance, novated leasing and self-education expenses
- Attractive salary of $76,333 per annum plus Superannuation
To apply:
- Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application.
- Your application must include a current resume. A cover letter is not required as we will ask several questions specific to the role as part of the application process.
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process
- For further information or enquiries please contact recruitment via email ***********@ahpra.gov.au
- Closing Date: 11.30pm AEST on Sunday 14 July 2024
Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.
Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
With respect, no agencies please.
