Administration Assistant - Diabetes

We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic Administration Officer Level 3 to join our dedicated Diabetes and Endocrinology Department. You’ll become an integral part of a multidisciplinary team that includes doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and fellow admin staff – all working together to deliver exceptional patient care.

You’ll bring structure and energy to our team through a wide range of admin responsibilities:

• Booking appointments and managing clinic schedules

• Medical typing and letter distribution

• Preparing for clinics (on-site and off-site, including Medicare clinics)

• Answering calls and assisting patients and internal staff

• Supporting digital medical recordkeeping and filing

• Attending clinics to assist with administrative tasks

• Lending a hand to other team members as needed

We need someone who’s:

• A self-starter with a cheerful disposition and a “can do” attitude

• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively

• Detail-oriented, proactive, and a creative problem-solver

• A clear and confident communicator – both written and verbal

• Fast and accurate when it comes to typing and documentation

• Flexible, reliable, and committed to high-quality customer service

• You'll be supported through in-house training and buddying to help you hit the ground running

• You'll gain exposure to a busy, diverse healthcare setting where your role truly makes a difference

• You'll be part of a supportive and friendly team that values collaboration and initiative

Apply now and become a valued part of our Diabetes and Endocrinology Department.

What we can offer you: 

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: 

• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 

Information for your Application 

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For role related queries or questions contact Sonya Benson on Sonya.Benson@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants: 

If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
 
This is a Category A 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 A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.  

To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 

We strongly encourage applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to apply.
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
 
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.  Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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 nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au 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.  
 
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