Administration Officer

Southern NSW Local Health District; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible leave options

Professional development

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology is seeking two Administration Officers to join the Orange Health Service on a permanent part-time basis. You will provide essential administrative and office support for the Pathology Laboratory, handling tasks efficiently and in line with health service policies.

The role offers generous salary packaging options, flexible leave arrangements, and development opportunities within a supportive health system.

Qualifications

• Proven computer literacy and strong keyboard skills, including digital transcription.
• Experience working in a high workload and pressurised health setting.
• Ability to work in a team or independently with sound administrative knowledge.
• Strong customer focus and commitment to high-quality service.
• Excellent written and verbal English, liaising with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• The Administration Officer provides effective administrative and office support for the Orange Hospital Pathology Laboratory.
• Ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with policies.

Skills

Computer literacy

Keyboard skills

Work under pressure

Team player

Customer focus

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Employment Type:PermanentPart Time
Position Classification:Administration Officer Level 4
Remuneration:$39.43 - $40.33 per hour plus superannuation
Hours Per Week:20
Location: Orange Health Service
Applications Close:27 September 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

NSW Health Pathology are currently seeking two Administration Officers to join the team at Orange Health Service on a permanent part time basis. Being part of NSW Health Pathology means you’re helping create better health and justice systems every day.

We operate more than 60 laboratories and around 200 collection centres across NSW and conduct over 60 million tests per annum. Our network of pathologists are supported by scientists, technicians and support staff who quickly and accurately assess samples so clinical teams can make the best possible treatment decisions for patients. We encourage our staff to be involved in research and innovation opportunities to help create safer, healthier communities. Our Forensic & Analytical Science Service provides independent, objective analysis to the NSW criminal and coronial justice systems.

What you'll be doing

The Administration Officer provides effective administrative and office support services for the Orange Hospital Pathology Laboratory, whilst ensuring all tasks undertaken are managed in a timely manner.

What we can offer you

Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits

Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees)

Professional Growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning

Health & Wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.

• Proven computer literacy and strong keyboard skills with speed and accuracy, including use of digital transcription equipment.
• Proven experience working in a high workload and pressure area with successful track records to provide best performance as well as knowledge of clinical and corporate applications and work practices, and their relationship to other health care processes.
• Demonstrated ability and initiative to work both as part of a team and independently, supporting your team members and management, with sound knowledge of administrative procedures in health setting.
• Demonstrated strong customer focus and commitment to providing exceptional services to all clients (internal and external to the organistion).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including strong written and verbal English and be capable of professionally liaising and working with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation using different modes of communication in a technical and business context.

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Information for applicants

NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.

NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website

You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.

All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.

We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.