Administration Officer Level 2 - Emergency Department

Hunter New England Local Health District; Armidale; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

EAP for staff

Proximity to services

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District in Armidale is seeking a Ward Clerk to provide essential administrative support in the busy Emergency Department. The role involves assisting patients and clinical staff to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

The position is casual, classified Admin Off Level 2, offering hourly remuneration and superannuation. Expect rostering flexibility including day, evening, night shifts and weekends, with superannuation on top of base pay.

Qualifications

• Good communication and computer skills.
• The ability to work effectively in a team and independently when required.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including day, evening and night shifts, as well as weekends.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside administrative staff and communicate with patients and clinical staff.
• Provide administrative support in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Communication

Computer skills

Teamwork

Job description

Join our busy Emergency Department as a Ward Clerk, providing vital administrative support while working with patients and clinical staff in a dynamic team.

Remuneration: $34.93 - $36.09 per hour + superannuation

Location: Armidale Hospital

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Admin Off Level 2

Requisition ID: REQ701184

Applications Close: Thursday 12th November 2026

About The Role

Join our busy Emergency Department as a Ward Clerk, providing essential administrative support to help ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the department.

You Will

• Work alongside administrative staff and communicate with patients and clinical staff.
• Provide administrative support in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

About You

You will have:

• Good communication and computer skills.
• The ability to work effectively in a team and independently when required.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including day, evening and night shifts, as well as weekends.

About The Support

• Supernumerary shifts and training will be provided before commencing the role.
• Ongoing support from the NUM and other administrative staff.

What We Offer

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you’re challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Fitness Passport
• 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 employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

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.