Admissions Clerk (501870)

Tasmania Government; Tasmania; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development support

Leave entitlements

Fitness Passport

Job summary

The Tasmanian Department of Health is seeking an Admissions Clerk to support the elective surgery admission process. You will coordinate patient admissions, manage records, and serve as a key contact for patients, clinicians and internal teams.

This permanent part-time role (up to 38 hours per fortnight) offers a structured environment with a focus on accurate data handling, confidentiality, and strong customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative, clerical or office support roles, ideally within a healthcare or hospital environment.
• Strong computer skills, including accurate data entry and the ability to maintain electronic records and information systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, clinicians and staff at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and use initiative to solve problems.
• A high level of attention to detail, professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient admissions and manage the admission workflow.
• Prepare and maintain medical records and related documentation.
• Act as a point of contact for patients, clinicians and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Administrative experience

Data entry

Communication

Prioritisation

Attention to detail

Tools

Electronic records systems

Job description

About the Tasmanian State ServiceThe Tasmanian State Service (TSS)is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels, and within more than 200...

Join our team as an Admissions Clerk and play a vital role in supporting the elective surgery admission process across the hospital. You will provide efficient administrative support, coordinate patient admissions, prepare and maintain medical records, and act as a key point of contact for patients, clinicians and internal stakeholders. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced healthcare environment where accuracy, organisation and exceptional customer service are essential.

You will need

• Experience in administrative, clerical or office support roles, ideally within a healthcare or hospital environment.
• Strong computer skills, including accurate data entry and the ability to maintain electronic records and information systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, clinicians and staff at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and use initiative to solve problems.
• A high level of attention to detail, professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment

Permanent part time, day worker position, working up to 38 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

$76,849 to $82,996 pro rata per annum + our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025

Salary Packaging

You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Completion of a relevant course in medical terminology

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.