Administration Officer - Specialist Palliative Care

Western NSW Local Health District; Parkes; Sur place; AUD 51 000 - 53 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Western NSW Local Health District – Parkes NSW is seeking an Administration Officer for Specialist Palliative Care. The role supports the clinical team, coordinates administrative tasks, and helps deliver high-quality care across hospital, community and residential settings.

Offering 16 hours per week in a Permanent Part Time position, with remuneration of 37.28 - 38.44 AUD per hour plus superannuation and salary packaging options. Applications close 15 November 2026.

Responsabilités

• Provide administrative support to the Specialist Palliative Care team to ensure efficient scheduling and communications.
• Coordinate documentation, referrals and patient information with clinical staff while maintaining confidentiality.
• Assist with the Telehealth enabled services and liaise with hospital, community and residential care settings.

Description du poste

Administration Officer - Specialist Palliative Care

Western NSW Local Health District – Parkes NSW

5d ago , from Western NSW Local Health District

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Administrative Officer Level 3
Remuneration: 37.28 - $38.44 per hr (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Parkes or Forbes, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 16
Applications Close: 15 Nov 2026 – 11:59pm

Administration Officer – Specialist Palliative Care
Aged Care, Disability & Palliative Care Directorate – Lachlan Hub

About the role
An exciting opportunity exists to join a team promoting quality of life and dignity for those with a life limiting illness. This role will directly support the clinical teams to ensure the provision of efficient, effective and high-quality care.

The Specialist Palliative Care Service is a dedicated multidisciplinary team, supporting patients with a life limiting illness, across a number of care settings including hospital, community and residential aged care homes. As a telehealth enabled District, the team provide consultations via a variety of modalities, including face to face and virtually.

The District-wide Specialist Palliative Care Service, includes a team of specialist nurses, Occupational Therapists, Dietitians, Social Workers, Medical Officers and an Aboriginal Palliative Care Coordinator, this team is supported by Clinical Nurse Consultants, Nurse Practitioners, Nurse Educator and Clinical Nurse Educator in Palliative Care. The Service works closely with other care providers and services to support clients, their families and carers.

Helping you move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at https://www.nsw.gov.au/regional-and-primary-industries/makethemove/welcome-experience

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health.

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Christine Symington, District Manager - Palliative Care Services on 0436 920 *** or at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.