Administration Officer - Hospital in the Home Services

Be the backbone of innovative healthcare - support a team delivering hospital-level care straight to patients’ homes.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Admin Officer Level 3
Remuneration: $35.84 - $36.96 per hour + super
Location: Newcastle Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ650043
Applications Close: Sunday, 12th April 2026


Where you'll be working:
Hospital in the Home (HITH) is a unique and innovative healthcare model, delivering acute, hospital-level care to patients in the comfort of their own homes. You’ll be part of a dynamic service that plays a vital role in reducing hospital stays while maintaining high-quality, patient-centred care.

Our team culture is fast-paced, supportive, and collaborative. We pride ourselves on working closely together to achieve the best outcomes for our patients across the community. Every day brings something new, and your contribution will be valued and visible.

About the role:
In this rewarding and varied role, you’ll be the administrative backbone of the HITH service - ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes so our clinical teams can focus on delivering exceptional patient care.

No two days are the same, but your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-level administrative support to the HITH service
• Supporting the medical officer team with rostering, leave management, and correspondence
• Coordinating and maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Assisting with day-to-day operational tasks to keep the service running efficiently
• Liaising with internal teams and stakeholders to support patient care delivery

Your organisation, attention to detail, and ability to juggle competing priorities will directly contribute to safe, efficient, and compassionate care in patients’ homes.

About you:
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in keeping things organised and running smoothly.

You will bring:

• Strong administrative experience and excellent organisational skills
• A proactive, adaptable approach with the ability to multitask
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine interest in supporting innovative healthcare delivery

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. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• A unique opportunity to be part of an innovative healthcare model
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• A role where your work has a real impact on patient outcomes
• Full orientation and training on commencement
• Ongoing support to help you succeed in your role
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife 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:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
• 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.