Technical Officer (Grade 1), Clinical IT

Barwon Health; Geelong; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent working conditions

Staff wellbeing program and 24/7 EAP

Professional development opportunities

Salary packaging benefits

Living expenses capped at $9,010

Meals and entertainment capped at $2,?

Job summary

Barwon Health is seeking a Technical Officer to deliver ICT support for therapeutic, diagnostic and life-support biomedical equipment across Barwon Health. You will manage mobile devices, nurse call systems, duress alarms and AV systems, ensuring safety and up-to-date maintenance.

The role requires Diploma in IT, and prior IT support experience, with strong networking and system administration knowledge. This is a permanent full-time position.

Qualifications

• Diploma in IT or relevant certification is required.
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Responsibilities

• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, training and deployment of clinical IT systems, hardware, software, servers and network infrastructure.
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Education

Diploma in IT or relevant certification

Tools

IT networking

System administration

Equipment management system

Job description

BARWON HEALTH STAFF ONLY

Employment Type - Permanent Full Time

Hours per fortnight - 80

Job Category - Technical - Biomedical Engineering

Req Id - 9919

• Join the largest regional healthcare service in Victoria
• Make a real impact on patient care by supporting essential clinical technology across Barwon Health
• Work across a diverse range of clinical IT, medical equipment and telecommunications systems
• Permanent full-time role (80 hours per fortnight) with access to ADO's, 5 weeks annual leave and salary packaging benefits

About The Role

As the technical officier you will provide an efficient, effective and timely service in relation to the variety of routine, complex and specialised tasks associated with ICT support services for therapeutic, diagnostic and life support biomedical equipment to satisfy quality and service delivery objectives of the department, the hospital and its customers. To manage and maintain all mobile devices, nurse call systems, duress alarms, Audio/Video Systems across Barwon Health

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, training and deployment of clinical IT systems, hardware, software, servers and network infrastructure.
• Manage telecommunications services and equipment, including mobile devices, nurse call systems, duress alarms, audiovisual systems and videoconferencing, coordinating upgrades and vendor projects.
• Perform and coordinate corrective and preventative maintenance of clinical equipment, ensuring safety, performance, compliance with Australian Standards and accurate maintenance records.
• Maintain equipment registers, quality assurance and information security requirements, provide technical advice to clinical staff, and comply with Barwon Health’s OHS policies and procedures.

What We’re Looking For

• Diploma in IT or relevant certification
• Demonstrated prior experience as an IT support/ technical officer
• Excessive knowledge in IT networking, system administration and computerised equipment management system

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health Staff Benefits

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Attractive salary packaging benefits
• Living expenses capped at $9,010
• Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

Application closing date: 8 November 2026

Diversity and inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards

Additional Information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]

All Appointments Are Subject To

• Satisfactory Police Record Check
• Immunisation Status Clearance
• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

Internal Applicants

If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers page through One Point (intranet) before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.

Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.