Clerical Officer Receptionist Derby

WA Country Health Service; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health service in East Midlands seeks a Clerical Officer to provide professional, customer-focused reception and clerical support. The role involves managing switchboard operations and assisting with various administrative tasks in a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will possess customer service experience and an understanding of healthcare practices. The position is available on a part-time basis, offering possibilities for permanency and extension.

Benefits

12% employer contributed superannuation

Access to salary packaging arrangements

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Flexible leave arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in providing customer-focused reception and clerical support.
• Ability to operate a switchboard and assist in clinical systems.
• Understanding of administrative tasks within a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide reception and clerical support to the Kimberley Mental Health and Drug Service.
• Assist the multidisciplinary team with administrative tasks.
• Manage switchboard operations and clinical support.

Skills

Customer service

Administrative support

Communication

Job description

Part time, Casual/Temporary, Contract, Permanent

2d ago , from Western Australia Department of Health

Position No: 00200584

Closing Date: 2025-12-18 4:00 PM

Attachments

• Applicant Information Package.pdf
• JDF 2025-07 - 200584 - KMHDS Dby Clerical Officer Receptionist Derby HSO Level G2.pdf
• Job Application Information Sheet.pdf
• WACHS Employee Private Health Fund Benefits Flyer.pdf
• WACHS Pre-employment Health Assessment Policy.pdf
• WACHS WHS Statement of Commitment - QR code.pdf

This is an appointment for Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Part Time, or Casual appointment, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

We currently have positions available, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Aboriginal Workforce

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed‑term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre‑employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other “similar” vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Position Profile

Provides professional, customer‑focused reception and clerical support to the Kimberley Mental Health and Drug Service (KMHDS) Derby/Fitzroy Crossing clinic(s), including operation of the switchboard, support for clinical systems, and delivery of a wide range of administrative tasks to assist the multidisciplinary team.

Area Profile

WACHS Kimberley is the most northern health region of WACHS. The Kimberley region has approximately 200 Aboriginal communities, over 34 different Aboriginal language groups and 45 percent of the population are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. WACHS Kimberley consists of six hospitals, an inpatient mental health unit, three Community Directorates and a Corporate Office. WACHS Kimberley provides hospital, community health, public health, remote area health, community aged care, and mental health services across the region through a dedicated team of medical, nursing, Aboriginal health, allied health and support staff.

Employee Benefits

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here.
• Access to salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements

Selection Criteria

Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Further Information

We encourage you to contact Roslyn Munro on 08 9193 3***.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions

Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2‑3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00 pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

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