CHW Palliative Care Administration Assistant - REQ571381
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- REQ571381 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Position Classification: Admin Off Lvl 4
Remuneration: 72285.58 - 73940.16 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ571381
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
Additional information
- An eligibility list may be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
What you'll be doing
The CHW Palliative Care Administration Officer will provide senior administrative support to the multidisciplinary team to assist with the efficient workflow, and organization of the service.
This position will work closely with the SCHN Palliative Care Head of Department and Co-Lead Manager to support other operational and service administration tasks. This may include organising exteArnal meetings (scheduling invites/agendas/minute taking and distribution) or service-related forums.
- Demonstrated senior experience in administrative support, within a clinical or customer service environment.
- Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to support multidisciplinary staff, patients and families.
- Ability to work under limited supervision, take initiative when working in a busy environment and problem solve effectively.
- Strong computer literacy skills, including use of Microsoft Office programs and ideally experience using NSW Health systems.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritise, co-ordinate and time manage daily tasks
- Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service with empathy and understanding of patient needs
For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers. We encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply. If you identify as an Indigenous Australian or as a person with a disability, please contact us if you would like some more information about our recruitment process.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
NSWHealth is committed to child safety in line with the Child Safe Standards. SCHN is committed to maintaining a child safe culture that upholds the rights of children and young people. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported, and are included in their care. Existing staff of SCHN and those seeking employment are required to prioritise the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
Applicants holding visas with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable local applicant is identified.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Annette Zucco on Annette.Zucco@health.nsw.gov.au
If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait islander wishing to apply for this role and want to speak with an Aboriginal person/representative from the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network please contact Wayne Dargan on wayne.dargan@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367 and select option 3.
Applications Close: 29/05/2025
