The Workplace Based Assessment Coordinator - Northern Hub

Hunter New England Local Health District; Tamworth Regional Council; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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12% Superannuation

Salary packaging options

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking an experienced Workplace Based Assessment Coordinator to oversee the AMC WBA program for International Medical Graduates at Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital. This role will work with the WBA Director, Clinical Leads and a Senior Coordinator to plan, execute and continuously improve program delivery.

The position emphasises strong communication, organisational acumen and stakeholder collaboration, with a focus on meeting accreditation

Qualifications

• Experience implementing and coordinating medium-large educational projects.
• Knowledge of IMG seeking general registration via Workplace Based Assessment.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to engage, collaborate, build relationships and negotiate with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with clear reporting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the WBA program with the WBA Director, clinical leads and coordinator to meet AMC guidelines.
• Organise orientation, workshops, calibration sessions and other events for assessors and candidates.
• Maintain records management systems for WBA files and ensure secure storage of information.
• Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders including AMC, University of Newcastle and AHPRA.
• Schedule candidate assessments, manage dates, times and venues and upload results to the AMC portal.
• Identify barriers in candidate experience and contribute to WBA system improvements.
• Prepare concise reports and correspondence for diverse audiences.
• Coordinate campaigns to attract and retain WBA candidates and assessors.
• Model HNE Health values and Closing the Gap strategy.

Skills

Educational project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Regulatory compliance awareness

Job description

Make a difference in the journey of International Medical Graduates through exceptional program coordination and stakeholder engagement.

Employment Type:TemporaryPart Time until September 2028

Position Classification:Administrative Officer Level 5

Remuneration:$41.52 - $42.46Per Hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week:20

Location:Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital

Requisition ID:REQ686634

Applications Close:Wednesday, 16th September 2026

About The Opportunity

The Workplace Based Assessment Coordinator is responsible for overseeing, planning, managing and implementing the Australian Medical Council (AMC) Workplace Based Assessment (WBA) Program for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) across Hunter New England Local Health District. Based at Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital, you will work as part of a collaborative team alongside the WBA Director, Clinical Leads and Senior Coordinator, with support and mentoring from the Clinical Lead and Senior Coordinator located in Newcastle.

About The Role

• Coordinate the HNELHD WBA Program in consultation with the WBA Director, WBA Clinical Leads and WBA Senior Coordinator to ensure accreditation guidelines are met in line with the nationally recognised AMC program.
• Collaborate with the WBA Director, WBA Clinical Leads and WBA Senior Coordinator to organise and coordinate orientation, workshops, calibration sessions and other events for HNELHD WBA Program assessors and candidates.
• Review and maintain effective and accurate records management systems to create, monitor, record and store files related to the WBA program, candidates and assessors to ensure accurate and safe storage of information.
• Create and maintain effective and ongoing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including the Australian Medical Council, the University of Newcastle, AHPRA and other related organisations.
• Coordinate candidate assessments in line with AMC accreditation requirements, including scheduling dates, times and venues in accordance with assessor availability, and identifying suitable patient cases selected for the assessment prior to the encounter and uploading results to the AMC portal.
• Assist in identifying deficiencies or barriers in the candidate experience and progress, and participate in the development, maintenance and review of WBA systems, policies and procedures, and evaluate new methods to continuously improve service delivery.
• Prepare accurate and concise reports, documents and correspondence to clearly communicate the required information to a range of audiences.
• Coordinate strategic campaigns to attract and retain WBA candidates and assessors, to ensure the long-term growth and effectiveness of the WBA program.
• Act in accordance with the HNE Health Values Charter and NSW Health Code of Conduct; model behaviours that reflect the Excellence Framework (Every Patient, Every Time) and ensure work is conducted in a manner that demonstrates values of cultural respect in accordance with HNE Health's Closing the Gap strategy.

About You

• Demonstrated experience implementing and coordinating medium-large educational projects.
• Knowledge and understanding of the complexities associated with International Medical Graduates seeking general registration via Workplace Based Assessment Program.
• Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to coordinate numerous tasks concurrently, plan, organise and establish priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to engage, collaborate, build relationships and negotiate outcomes with a diverse and wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining high standards of professional conduct, including the capacity to exercise discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Demonstrated high level analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to present findings in a clear and comprehensive manner.

We are looking for someone with strong communication and organisational skills who can work collaboratively as part of a team while also working autonomously, with strong attention to detail.

The Benefits

• The Welcome Experience to help you settle into your new community
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-life balance
• Salary packaging options-up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional Information

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Information for Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

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This is a Category B position.

Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [e-mail] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.