Receptionist / Administration Officer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $9,010 for etc.

Grow your career across CALHN

Flexible work options where available

Wellbeing support and flu vaccinations

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SA Health is offering a part-time Receptionist Administration Officer role at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Adelaide. You will welcome patients, handle phone and visitor enquiries, book appointments and manage referrals while maintaining confidential patient records and coordinating clinic correspondence.

Join the National Lung Cancer Screening Program, work with clinical and admin teams, and support efficient clinic operations in a friendly CALHN environment.

Qualifications

• Hospital reception or general office experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; data entry and booking systems.
• Typing speed around 50 words per minute and knowledge of medical terminology is helpful.
• Ability to protect patient confidentiality and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and respond to phone and visitor enquiries.
• Book appointments and manage referrals and waitlists.
• Maintain accurate patient records and confidential files.
• Type reports and coordinate clinic correspondence.
• Work with clinical and admin teams to keep services on track.

Skills

Reception experience

Customer service

Phone handling

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Data entry

Booking systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job no: 952834
Work type: Part time
Location: Adelaide Metro Western, Adelaide CBD
Categories: Administration, Business and Management, Public Health, Customer service, Call centre

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) - Receptionist Administration Officer

• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville South SA 5011
  Respiratory Medicine | National Lung Cancer Screening Program
• Salary: ASO2 – $66,442 to $69,504 p.a. (pro rata) + superannuation and salary packaging
• Temporary part-time, 15 hours per week (0.4 FTE), to 30 June 2027

About CALHNAt 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

Help patients feel welcome and supported at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Join the National Lung Cancer Screening Program and provide confidential reception and administrative support that keeps clinics organised and helps patients access timely care.

• Welcome patients and respond to phone and visitor enquiries
• Book appointments and help manage referrals and waitlists
• Maintain accurate patient records and confidential files
• Type reports and coordinate clinic correspondence
• Work with clinical and admin teams to keep services on track

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Bring hospital reception or general office experience
• Use Microsoft Office, data entry and booking systems
• Apply medical terminology and type around 50 words per minute
• Communicate sensitively and protect patient confidentiality
• Prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and work well in a team

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matterA great career is more than the work you do. At CALHN, you’ll have the benefits, flexibility and support to help you thrive at work and beyond.

• 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 and InclusionWe’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.

Application Information

• Please refer to the attached role description for the full role requirements. 952834 - RD for Reception Administration Officer.pdf

• Appointment is subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. This role is classified as Immunisation Risk Category B.

Curious about this role?

Connect with Rosanna McCawley, Administration Coordinator / Supervisor
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday 1 November 2026
Job Ref: 952834