Patient Services Administration Assistant

Sa-Health; Port Augusta; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport discounts

Annual flu vaccination

Employee Assistance Program

Accommodation assistance

Job summary

Sa-Health in Far North is seeking a Patient Services Officer to provide confidential administrative and customer service support as part of the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network. This 0.5 FTE, part-time ASO2 role offers pro rata pay and a supportive team environment.

You will contribute to a welcoming patient experience, data entry and clerical support across the health service, within a region offering lifestyle balance and community focus.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and a professional approach.
• High level computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Experience providing administrative support and developing spreadsheets in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential administrative, customer service and data entry support to clients, staff and visitors.
• Perform clerical tasks and contribute to a welcoming, helpful service.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

MS Office/Word processing

Data entry

Teamwork

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job no: 950461
Work type: Part time
Location: Far North
Categories: Administration, Business and Management

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Port Augusta
• ASO2 | Part Time 0.5 FTE | Ongoing
• Base Salary Range: $66,442 - $69,504 p.a (pro rata)

Join us as a Patient Services Officer and be the welcoming face of our health service for patients, visitors and the community!

Discover the Flinders and Upper North - Where Lifestyle Meet s Opportunity

Imagine living where your commute is short, your weekends are long, and your backyard is filled with breathtaking landscapes. The Flinders and Upper North region offers a lifestyle that blends career growth with endless adventure.

Here, you’ll have more time for what matters most - whether that’s exploring the rugged beauty of the Flinders Ranges, enjoying time on the water, connecting with friends, or simply embracing the serenity of regional living. With access to quality public and private schools, plus tertiary education options, this is an ideal place to raise a family and build a future.

Your Career with FUNLHN

When you join us, you’re not just taking a job - you’re becoming part of a supportive, welcoming team dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. We offer flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle, professional development opportunities to help you grow, and a workplace where every role matters. Whatever your position, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our health network and making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

• Financial Incentive: On top of your annual salary and standard entitlements, you may be eligible to boost your take-home pay even further by enjoying salary packaging options.
• Work-life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle and personal commitments.
• Prioritise Your Wellbeing: Enjoy Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family, annual flu vaccinations, and access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Accommodation Assistance: Support may be available to make relocating easier (conditions apply).

About the Role

You will provide high-quality, confidential administrative, customer service and data entry support to clients, staff and visitors of the health service. Working as part of a team, you will assist with a range of clerical and administrative tasks while providing a welcoming, helpful and professional service to patients and the community.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage with diverse clients, staff and community members.
• Excellent customer service skills and a helpful, professional approach when supporting clients.
• High level computer literacy, with sound word processing, data entry and Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute to a positive and cooperative workplace.
• Experience providing administrative and clerical support, including developing spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
• Please refer to the role description for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.
• We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• This is a part-time vacancy, working 37.5 hours per fortnight and salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.

Application Closing Date: Friday 25th September 2026 - 11:55PM