Senior Administration Officer

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Work type: Fixed Term
Location: South Brisbane
Categories: Administration

About the role

The Mater Private Administration Team has an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Senior Administration Officer to join the Inpatients Administration Team working as a Ward Clerk in the Mater Private Hospital.

This role is maximum term 6-month contract, full time (Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts). This is a newly created position.

The purpose of this position is to provide exceptional administration support to the clinical area. The key accountabilities for the role include but are not limited to:

• Manage, organise and provide confidential administrative support to the department ensuring areas are efficiently managed, representing Mater with strong customer focus to staff, patients and visitors
• Ability to respond competently in emergency situations, remaining calm and composed and to 'think on your feet'
• Performing administrative functions as required, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures working closely with the Nursing Unit Manager and Clinical Team
• Ensure effective, accurate and timely communications with staff and clients, communicating with sensitivity and discretion
• Provide accurate data entry using various network-based information systems to effectively manage patient admissions, discharges and transfers in a timely and accurate manner
• Carry out other administration functions as directed by your Team Leader/Manager
• Exercise judgement where necessary to solve immediate problems in situations where precedents have not been set and procedures not defined

About you

To make this role your own, you will have:

• High level of customer service, verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to provide efficient and effective administration support in a timely and organised manner
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, patients and visitors
• Accurate data entry skills with a proficiency in Microsoft Office/Outlook
• Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively within a busy, demanding and fast paced environment

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Mater Private Administration Services Team who provide exceptional care and service to our patients.

Mater is Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We're leaders in healthcare , education , fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it's our people who make the difference.

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on Thursday 11th September 2025. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Advertised: 28 Aug 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 11 Sep 2025 E. Australia Standard Time