JMO Support Officer

Step into the pivotal role of JMO Support Officer, where your administration experience will directly support medical workforce operations across a dynamic hospital environment.


Remuneration: $35.84 - $36.96 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until January 2027, Casual Opportunities Available
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: Armidale Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ668131
Applications Close: Sunday 28th June 2026

 

About the Role:

As the JMO Support Officer, you will become an integral member of Armidale Hospital’s Medical Administration team, a close-knit and supportive group dedicated to delivering high-quality administrative services to medical staff across the facility.

In this diverse and rewarding role, you will play a key part in supporting Junior Medical Officers (JMOs) throughout their placement journey, coordinating roster maintenance, arranging travel, accommodation and vehicle hire, and assisting with the seamless engagement of locum medical practitioners. Working collaboratively with departments across the hospital, you will help ensure medical workforce operations run efficiently while contributing to a positive experience for both JMOs and locum doctors.

Armidale Hospital provides a broad range of specialist and acute healthcare services, including General Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Nephrology and Urology, alongside specialty outpatient clinics and community health programs. This varied clinical environment offers exposure to a wide range of medical specialties and healthcare professionals.

The JMO Support Officer will provide administrative support to the JMO Coordinator, Medical Administration Manager and broader department, including maintaining HealthRoster records, coordinating meetings, preparing minutes and assisting with medical workforce administration. Reporting to the Director of Medical Services and the Medical Administration Manager, you will be supported with comprehensive onboarding, role-specific training and ongoing professional development opportunities.

This temporary position offers valuable exposure to healthcare administration within a dynamic hospital setting, with opportunities to broaden your skills, gain experience across other areas of the hospital and build a strong foundation for future career opportunities within the health service.

Where you’ll be working: 

Set in the heart of the picturesque Armidale, Armidale Hospital offers a unique blend of professional opportunity and lifestyle appeal. As a key healthcare facility within the New England region, the hospital is known for its commitment to high-quality patient care, modern clinical services, and a strong sense of community. Surrounded by cool-climate landscapes, heritage architecture, and a vibrant local culture, Armidale provides an enviable balance between career progression and quality of life. With access to excellent schools, a renowned university, and a welcoming regional atmosphere, working at Armidale Hospital is not just a job—it’s an opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying the charm and tranquillity of one of regional New South Wales’ most sought-after locations.
 

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:

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Ongoing professional development opportunities across the administrative network

Career progression opportunities within NSW Health

Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees

Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay

Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing

If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply:

• You bring strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to build positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• You thrive in both collaborative team environments and when working independently, demonstrating initiative and sound organisational skills.
• Previous administration experience would be highly regarded, although a willingness to learn and grow is equally valued, with comprehensive on-the-job training provided.

Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team - we can’t wait to hear from you! If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply:
 

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies. 
• Casual opportunities may be available for recommended 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.

• 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. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au  for confidential support.  

• 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 are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.  

Need more information? 

• Click here for the Position Description 
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Melissa Hanson on Melissa.Hanson1@health.nsw.gov.au