CALHN Cancer Program - Department Administrative Support Officer

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible work options

Leave loading

Fitness discounts

Flu vaccinations

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) seeks an organised administrator to join the Cancer Program team at The Royal Adelaide Hospital. You will provide confidential administrative, secretarial and reception support to Consultants and help keep day-to-day administrative activities organised.

You’ll coordinate appointments and meetings, respond to enquiries, and work closely with clinical and administrative colleagues across the hospital.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Clear and professional communication skills, including with patients and health professionals.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and seek guidance when required.
• Accurate data entry and confidence using computerised information systems.
• Experience undertaking a range of administrative duties in a confidential environment.
• Sound knowledge of, or willingness to develop, medical terminology.
• A customer-focused approach and commitment to providing quality administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential administrative, secretarial and reception support to Consultants
• Coordinate appointments, meetings, diaries and correspondence
• Respond to telephone, patient and staff enquiries and provide appropriate assistance
• Prepare and maintain correspondence, reports, minutes and other documentation
• Maintain accurate records, filing systems and information using hospital systems
• Support day-to-day workloads and contribute to a well-organised and efficient office

Skills

Administrative support

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Confidential information handling

Data entry

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)
• The Royal Adelaide Hospital
• Salary ASO-2 $66,442 - $69,504 p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
• Temporary Part-Time / Full-Time Position until May / June 2027

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research and innovation. As the largest health network in South Australia, CALHN plays a leading role in improving the health and wellbeing of our community by delivering safe, connected and high-quality healthcare. With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best. At CALHN, every voice matters. We prioritise the safety of our staff and patients, and staying connected across teams to deliver a seamless patient journey through our Safe and Connected Operating Model . Find out more about CALHN sites and services , our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN .

About the Role

Join our supportive Cancer Program team and provide confidential administrative, secretarial and reception support to Consultants across the Department. You’ll help keep day-to-day administrative activities organised, respond to enquiries, coordinate appointments and meetings, and work closely with clinical and administrative teams across the hospital.

• Provide confidential administrative, secretarial and reception support to Consultants
• Coordinate appointments, meetings, diaries and correspondence
• Respond to telephone, patient and staff enquiries and provide appropriate assistance
• Prepare and maintain correspondence, reports, minutes and other documentation
• Maintain accurate records, filing systems and information using hospital systems
• Support day-to-day workloads and contribute to a well-organised and efficient office

About You

You’ll be an organised and approachable administrator who can manage competing priorities, communicate effectively and provide a high standard of service to patients, Consultants and colleagues. You’ll be comfortable working with confidential information and able to work independently while contributing positively to a team.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Clear and professional communication skills, including with patients and health professionals
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and seek guidance when requiredAccurate data entry and confidence using computerised information systems
• Experience using Microsoft Office and a range of office equipment
• Experience undertaking a range of administrative duties in a confidential environment
• Sound knowledge of, or willingness to develop, medical terminology
• A customer-focused approach and commitment to providing quality administrative support

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

• Make your money go further – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options
• Grow your career – build your skills and explore opportunities across CALHN
• Balance work and life – access flexible work options where available
• Support your wellbeing – enjoy leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
• Feel supported – confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Job Ref: 949504

Curious about this role? Connect with Janbert Belotindos, Clinical Support Team Leader, Cancer Program E-mail: [emailprotected]