Senior Administration Officer

About the role

 Mater Hospital Brisbane has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Administration Officer (Ward Clerk) to join our team on a maximum-term 7-week, part-time contract (30 hours per week). The role requires availability Monday to Saturday between the hours of 7am-5pm and may include public holidays.

This role is pivotal in providing exceptional administrative support across our busy ward environment, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and an outstanding experience for patients, families and staff alike.

Salary range: $ $44.25 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits 

What you'll be doing

In this varied and rewarding role, you'll:

• Deliver high-quality administrative support to the ward, patients and clinical teams.
• Manage key tasks such as patient admissions and discharges, reception, data entry, payments, and record management.
• Contribute to a positive team culture through collaboration, professionalism, and exceptional customer service.

About you

You'll be a proactive and organised professional with strong communication and customer service skills, committed to delivering excellence in every interaction.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in a similar administration role 
• Ability to work autonomously
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data and record management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using health information systems.
• A friendly, adaptable approach and commitment to Mater's Mission and Values.

 Why join us?

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 Wednesday 12th November 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.

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