Administration Officer Level 2 - Emergency Department

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Proximity to services

Job summary

NSW Health in Armidale Hospital is seeking a Ward Clerk to provide essential administrative support in a busy Emergency Department. You will collaborate with clinical staff and patients to ensure smooth daily operations and deliver timely administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong communication and computer skills, the ability to work well in a team and independently, and flexibility for a rotating roster including day, evening, night shifts and weekends.

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 skills

Computer skills

Teamwork

Independent work

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:

• 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.

For role related queries or questions contact Keren Fletcher on **************@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/3vL5fq2
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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.