Senior Administration Officer - Oncology

Mater Health Services; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary packaging

Health and wellbeing support

Fitness Passport

Discounted parking

Career growth opportunities

Professional development and learning

Job summary

Mater Health Services in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Administration Officer to join the Oncology Ward as a Ward Clerk on a permanent, full-time basis (Mon–Fri). The role offers a salary range of $39.79–$44.25 per hour plus superannuation and access to salary packaging up to $15,900, plus a range of staff benefits.

The position focuses on delivering exceptional administrative support, managing patient admissions, discharges and transfers, and providing confidential service with strong customer

Qualifications

• High level customer service and written communication
• Efficient, timely administrative support
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and databases
• Ability to manage admissions, discharges and transfers

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential admin support to maximise service delivery
• Respond calmly in emergency situations
• Handle admissions, discharges and transfers data entry
• Communicate effectively with staff, patients and visitors
• Carry out other administration functions as directed by Team Leader/Manager
• Exercise judgement to solve immediate problems when precedents aren’t set

Skills

Customer service

Administrative support

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

About the role

The Mater Private Administration Inpatient Team currently has a permanent, full time, (Monday – Friday) Ward Clerk opportunity for an experienced Senior Administration Officer to join their team working in the Mater Private Hospital Brisbane on our Oncology Ward.

Salary range: $39.79 - $44.25 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

The purpose of this position is to provide exceptional administration support to maximise service delivery. The key accountabilities for the role include but are not limited to:

• Manage, organise and provide confidential administrative support to the department ensuring areas are efficiently managed, representing Mater with strong customer focus to staff, patients and visitors
• Ability to respond competently in emergency situations, remaining calm and composed and to ‘think on your feet’
• Performing administrative functions as required, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures working closely with the Nursing Unit Manager and Clinical Team
• Ensure effective, accurate and timely communications with staff and clients, communicating with sensitivity and discretion
• Provide accurate data entry using various network-based information systems to effectively manage patient admissions, discharges and transfers in a timely and accurate manner
• Carry out other administration functions as directed by your Team Leader/Manager
• Exercise judgement where necessary to solve immediate problems in situations where precedents have not been set and procedures not defined

About you

To make this role your own, you will have:

• High level of customer service, verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to provide efficient and effective administration support in a timely and organised manner
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, patients and visitors
• Accurate data entry skills with a high-level proficiency in Microsoft Office and departmental data bases and other software applications
• Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively within a busy, demanding and fast paced environment
• The ability to work independently and cohesively as a senior member of a successful team

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Mater professional Administration Services Team who provide exceptional care and service to our patients.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GetBetterWithMater

Applications close Sunday 1st of November 2026 – please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date,

Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

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