Health Programs Coordinator

• Hands-on role supporting the development and delivery of clinical education, tools and resources
• Full time - Maximum term Feb 2026 – April 2027
• Salary ($80k - $85k) + super + not-for-profit salary packaging
• Locations: Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone – your choice

About theopportunity

At Primary Health Tasmania, our purpose is to create sustainable health and wellbeing solutions with, and for, the Tasmanian community - making sure Tasmanians get the right health care, in the right place and at the right time. Our Evidence in Practice team focuses on creating practical, evidence-based education, tools and resources that empower the primary healthcare workforce to thrive and work confidently at the top of their scope.

We're looking for an energetic and articulate Health Program Coordinator (Primary Health Consultant) to join our Evidence in Practice team for a period of parental leave cover. In this role, you'll provide support to primary health care professionals by developing and delivering clinical education tools and resources, including the Tasmanian HealthPathways.

The role presents an excellent opportunity to hone your skills in an ever-changing health care environment and make a real difference to health and wellbeing of Tasmanians.

What you would be doing

Working across program areas such as alcohol and other drugs, mental health, aged care, palliative care, and chronic conditions, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the events management process

• Project delivery

• Working with a team of clinicians to develop and deliver the Tasmanian HealthPathways

• Working with internal and external stakeholders to deliver clinical education aligned with Primary Health Tasmania's strategies

Here's what you'll look like

• Experience in events management, primary care, clinical events or education would be highly regarded
• You may have a background in project management, public health, a clinical field or healthcare administration
• Essential to your success will be your high-level communication skills – written, verbal and presentation – as you will be required to engage with a variety of stakeholders including clinicians, specialists, Tasmanian Department of Health and internally across the organisation
• You'll be a culture champion – understanding that every day, you play an important part of what makes Primary Health Tasmania a great place to work.

Benefits of working with us…

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 – Use your pre-tax salary for everyday expenses which means you pay less tax and have more money to spend
• Up to $2,650 of pre-tax income can be used to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.)
• Hybrid working option – blend of working from the office and home (after completion of 6 months)
• Generous leave and family care benefits, such as; additional 5 days of paid Carer's Leave per year, paid Parental Leave, 3 days of paid leave between Christmas and New Year
• Discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport program – cost effective access to 30+ gyms and pools
• Friendly and inclusive workplace culture which embraces the diversity of its people

Here's some information about us…

We are a not-for-profit organisation funded by the Australian Government to connect care and keep Tasmanians well and out of hospital. We are one of 31 Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in Australia and operate statewide with offices in Hobart, Launceston and Ulverstone. Our people and our values are an important part of what makes Primary Health Tasmania a great place to work. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values – Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Courage.

How to apply

If you are ready to make your mark in this varied and meaningful role and join a dedicated team who value each other and make a real difference every day, please get in touch.

Be sure to make your application stand out by providing a current resume and a cover letter describing your motivation for applying, and how your unique skills, experience and values align with the requirements of the role as outlined in the Position Description found on our website:

Feel free to reach out and learn more about this opportunity by calling Jodie Courtney – Manager – Evidence in Practice on please note our office is closed for queries between 25 December 2025 to 1 January 2026)

Applications close: Sunday 4 January 2026. **We'll review applications after the closing date and look forward to connecting with you in the new year.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including reference checks, Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check or other screening as necessary depending on the role.

Diversity Statement

We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.  We recognise the richness that diversity brings to our workplace and believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their ages, nationalities, abilities, religions, genders, sexualities and cultural identities.

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