Receptionist / Administrative Support Officer

Department of Health; Darwin; On-site; AUD 84,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Health in Darwin is seeking an Administrative Officer 3 for a fixed-term 6-month assignment. You will provide reception and administrative support to the Theatre Scheduling Department, ensuring clear communication, accurate information handling and a professional, patient-centred service to assist in safe and timely surgical care.

The position closes 01/11/2026, with a remuneration package around AU$83,807–$90,049. Aboriginal applicants will be given priority consideration.

Qualifications

• To provide high-quality, customer-focused reception and administrative support to the Theatre Scheduling Department, ensuring effective communication, accurate information management and a professional, patient-centred service that supports the delivery of safe and timely surgical care.

Responsibilities

• To provide high-quality, customer-focused reception and administrative support to the Theatre Scheduling Department, ensuring effective communication, accurate information management and a professional, patient-centred service that supports the delivery of safe and timely surgical care.

Job description

Fixed (Temporary) - Full Time

Closes: 01/11/2026

Administrative Officer 3 - Remuneration Package $83,807 - $90,049 (including salary $70,839 - $76,115)

Vacancy Number:

043176

Vacancy Duration:

6 Months

Agency:

Department of Health

Number of Vacancies:

1

Work Unit

Division of Surgery and Critical Care

Location:

Darwin

Primary Objective:

To provide high-quality, customer-focused reception and administrative support to the Theatre Scheduling Department, ensuring effective communication, accurate information management and a professional, patient-centred service that supports the delivery of safe and timely surgical care.

Special Instructions:

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

Contact:

Cheryl O'shaughnessy, Elective Surgery Waitlist Manager on 08 8944 1355 or [e-mail]