Trainee Medical Officer - Unit Administration Officer

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible work options

Wellbeing support

Flu vaccinations

Job summary

SA Health in Adelaide is seeking a Trainee Medical Officer Unit Administration Officer to help keep CALHN’s medical workforce running smoothly. You will coordinate a medical administration portfolio supporting interns, trainee medical officers and international medical graduates while working with clinical leaders and workforce teams to support safe, effective services.

Responsibilities include coordinating recruitment, rotations, rosters and leave; monitoring work agreements and safe working

Qualifications

• Experience with complex rosters and online roster systems.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office and computerised information systems.
• Ability to manage data and documents while maintaining confidentiality.
• Strong verbal and written communication for responsive client service.
• Ability to prioritise deadlines and work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment, rotations, rosters and leave.
• Support international medical graduate workforce processes.
• Monitor work agreements and safe working hours.
• Maintain accurate workforce records and information.
• Advise stakeholders and improve administration processes.

Skills

Complex rosters

Roster systems

Microsoft Office

Data confidentiality

Clear communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Trainee Medical Officer - Unit Administration Officer

Job no: 955001
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Administration, Business and Management, Medical, Public Health

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) – Trainee Medical Officer Unit Administration Officer

• Royal Adelaide Hospital and The Queen Elizabeth Hospital

• Adelaide SA 5000, Trainee Medical Officer Unit, Medical Services

• ASO4 $82,212 to $86,180 p.a. + superannuation + salary packaging

• Temporary full time, 37.5 hours per week

• November 2026 to December 2027, with the possibility of extension

About CALHN

At 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 keep CALHN’s medical workforce running smoothly. Coordinate a medical administration portfolio supporting interns, trainee medical officers and international medical graduates, while working with clinical leaders and workforce teams to support safe, effective services.

• Coordinate recruitment, rotations, rosters and leave

• Support international medical graduate workforce processes

• Monitor work agreements and safe working hours

• Maintain accurate workforce records and information

• Advise stakeholders and improve administration processes

About You

Bring your initiative, attention to detail and commitment to responsive service. To be successful in this role you will:

• Bring experience in complex rosters and online roster systems

• Use Microsoft programs and computerised information systems

• Manage data and documents while maintaining confidentiality

• Communicate clearly and deliver responsive client service

• Prioritise deadlines and work independently and in a team

No formal educational or vocational qualifications are required. You will also bring knowledge of medical workforce structures, safe work practices and quality management.

Why You’ll Love It Here – CALHN benefits that matter

A 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.

More to love about working at CALHN:

• Stretch your salary with packaging for living costs, meals and entertainment

• Build your skills and explore career opportunities across CALHN

• Share expertise within a supportive multidisciplinary team

• Explore flexible work options where available

• Enjoy leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations

• Access confidential wellbeing support for you and your family

Diversity and Inclusion

We’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 role descriptions for the full essential requirements:

• 955001 – RD for Trainee Medical Officer Unit Administration Officer.pdf

• 955001 – RD for CALHN ASO4 TMOU Administration Officer.pdf

Appointment is subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role descriptions. This is a Category B role.

Curious about this role?

Connect with Associate Professor Flabouris, Head of Medical Emergency Team (MET).

P: 0418 857 127
E: [e-mail]

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Wednesday 18 November 2026

Job Ref: 955001