Unit Secretary Gastroenterology

**Job no**: 911960
**Work type**: Part time
**Location**: Adelaide CBD
**Categories**: Administration, Business and Management
- **Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide**:

- **Salary ASO-2 $58,709 - $63,154 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits**:

- **Temporary up to 12 months and part-time working 28 hours per week**

**About the Role**

As the Unit Secretary, you will play a key role in supporting the daily operations of the Department of Gastroenterology & Hepatology. Reporting to the Senior Business Consultant, Surgical Directorate, you will provide high-quality, confidential secretarial and clerical support to ensure the smooth running of departmental activities. Your professionalism, attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities will be essential in maintaining efficient administrative processes.

In addition to your core secretarial duties, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to small projects under direction, supporting service improvement and operational efficiency. This is a rewarding role for someone who thrives in a busy clinical environment and enjoys working collaboratively with a dedicated team to deliver outstanding healthcare support services.

**About You**

You are a highly organised and professional individual with strong secretarial and administrative skills. You take pride in maintaining confidentiality, working under pressure, and providing high-quality support within a healthcare setting.
- **Skilled and Experienced** - Previous secretarial experience with accurate typing (50-60 wpm), audio-typing, and proficiency in word processing and computerised systems.
- **Organised and Self-Motivated** - Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and show initiative in a busy environment.
- **Strong Communicator** - Effective interpersonal and written skills, confident taking minutes, resolving conflicts, and engaging across all levels of staff.
- **Knowledgeable and Discreet** - Understanding of medical terminology, confidentiality, and hospital operations, with experience handling sensitive information appropriately.

**About CALHN**

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories, our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

**Benefit of Joining CALHN**

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

- **Salary Attractions**: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
- **Annual Leave**: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
- **Flexible Work Arrangements**: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
- **Health and Fitness Benefits**: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
- **Career Opportunities**: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
- **Employee Assistance Program**: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**

**Application Information**:

- Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
- SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

**Job ref: 911960**

**Enquiries to**:

- Mim Trimboli

Position: Business Officer
Phone: 70742311

**Application Closing Date**

11:55 pm Sunday 17 August 2025

**Refer to the SA Health Career Website -**How to apply** for further information**

Australian applicant guidelines

**Advertised**: 08 Aug 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time
**Applications close**: 17 Aug 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time