Reception and Administrative Officer (510205)

Tasmanian Government; Hobart; Presencial; AUD 77.000 - 83.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Professional development

Study leave

Fitness passport

Descripción de la vacante

The Tasmanian Government’s Department of Health seeks a Reception and Administrative Officer to coordinate the SSHS South clinic, managing patient appointments and providing confidential, high-quality administrative support. You will liaise with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, ensuring information flows smoothly and processes are followed in line with department policies.

Permanent full-time, based at 60 Collins Street Hobart, offering gender-diverse, inclusive workplace

Formación

• Demonstrated high level skills in contemporary office administration with confidential support.
• Sound knowledge of a broad range of software packages including word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
• Well-developed interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills for liaising with stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Manage and coordinate patient appointments for the South clinic and occasionally other clinics.
• Provide high level administrative and clerical support to all staff.
• Ensure efficient flow of information and coordinate administrative processes.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion in receptionist and clerical duties.
• Work in accordance with SSHS and Department policies and guidelines.

Conocimientos

Office administration

Software proficiency

Communication skills

Herramientas

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Descripción del empleo

Reception and Administrative Officer (510205)

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth
Hospitals Sth - SAA&CS

Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 11 November, 2026 11:55 PM

Award/Classification:

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 3

$76,849 to $82,996 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

South

Location:

60 Collins Street Hobart

Join the Statewide Sexual Health Service as a Reception and Administrative Officer.

The Team

The Statewide Sexual Health Service (SSHS) team works collaboratively via our three clinic locations (Clinic 60 Hobart, Clinic 34 Launceston and Clinic 23 Devonport outreach) for the diagnosis, treatment and management of sexually transmissible infections, sexual functioning, conditions impacting upon sexuality and gender diversity, care and management of HIV and treatment and cure of Hepatitis C. We provide a multidisciplinary transgender service including information, support and medical assistance and guidance.

The Role

The Reception and Administrative Officer will ensure the efficient coordination and administration of the South Sexual Health Service (SSHS) clinic. This includes:

• Managing and coordinating patient appointments for the South clinic, and at times, the North and Northwest clinics.
• Providing high level administrative and clerical support functions to all staff.
• Ensure the efficient flow of information to and from the office, along with the coordination of administrative processes.
• Maintaining confidentiality and discretion when performing receptionist and clerical duties at all times.
• Working in accordance with all SSHS and the Department’s established policies, procedures and guidelines

You will need

• Demonstrated high level skills and experience in contemporary office administration practices, including the ability to provide confidential, high-quality administrative support.
• Sound knowledge of, and experience in, the use of a broad range of software packages and information systems, including word processing, spreadsheets and databases, with the ability to quickly become adept in the use of new systems as required.
• Well-developed interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills including the ability to effectively negotiate and liaise with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders within a health service environment.

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, full time, day worker position, working up to 76 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 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

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

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.

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.

Agency:

Department of Health

Award:

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 3

$76,849 to $82,996 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

South

Location:

60 Collins Street Hobart

Join the Statewide Sexual Health Service as a Reception and Administrative Officer.

Agency:

Department of Health

Award:

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 3

$76,849 to $82,996 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

South

Location:

60 Collins Street Hobart

Join the Statewide Sexual Health Service as a Reception and Administrative Officer.

• Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
• Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
• Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.