Ward Clerk

Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Safe connections

Recognition & growth

Flexible work options

Paid leave

Health & fitness perks

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) is seeking a Full-time, temporary up to 12 months position in Adelaide CBD to support ward operations. The role involves managing ward reception, clerical tasks, bed management support, and cross-team coordination.

You will need strong organisational skills, excellent communication with patients and families, and proficiency in MS Office. Salary packaging and other CALHN benefits apply, with a competitive ASO2 band.

Qualifications

• Patient-focused approach
• Strong organisation
• Ability to support a busy multidisciplinary ward team
• Accurate data entry and record-keeping

Responsibilities

• Manage ward reception and general clerical support
• Support patient care and bed management
• Coordinate admin needs across multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate ward records and information

Skills

Communication

Admin & Clerical

Numeracy & Literacy

MS Office

Confidentiality

Customer service

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Job no: 948902
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Administration, Business and Management

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• ASO2 $66,442-$69,504 p.a.+ super + salary packaging
• Temporary, Full-Time position up to 12 months

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare - for our patients, our community, and our people.

Join our Surgical Programs team and help keep ward operations organised, responsive and patient focused.

• Manage ward reception and general clerical support
• Support patient care and bed management
• Coordinate admin needs across multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate ward records and information

About You

You’ll bring a patient focused approach, strong organisation and the confidence to support a busy multidisciplinary ward team.

• Communicate well with patients, families and visitors
• Bring strong admin, numeracy, spelling and grammar skills
• Prioritise workloads and meet deadlines under pressure
• Use Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel
• Apply confidentiality and deliver high-quality customer service

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

We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy :

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity , focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & 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.

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Friday, 4 September 2026

Job Ref: 948902