Unit Secretary

Job no: 911749

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide CBD

Categories: Administration, Business and Management

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary ASO-2 $58,709 - $63,154 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time temporary up to 6 months (with possible opportunity for extension)

About the Role

We are seeking a professional and organised Unit Secretary to join our General Medicine team within the Acute and Urgent Care Program. In this important role, you will be responsible for delivering confidential secretarial and administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of the department. You will coordinate workloads, prioritise tasks, and contribute to a collaborative team environment where accuracy, efficiency, and discretion are essential.

As a key point of contact within the unit, you will liaise with internal departments and staff to support operational needs, handle more complex administrative tasks, and provide guidance to junior team members. Your ability to manage competing priorities and maintain a high standard of service will be critical to the department's overall success in delivering timely and effective patient care. This is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive team and make a valuable contribution to a fast-paced healthcare setting.

About you

You are a highly organised and adaptable individual with strong administrative skills and a passion for supporting healthcare teams. With proven experience in medical administration, you bring a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to confidentiality and quality service.

• Completed relevant development courses such as Medical Terminology and computer skills training
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, and work under pressure
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills across diverse backgrounds
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, and general administrative procedures in confidential settings

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

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

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Enquiries to:

Stacey Boswell

Position: Admin CoOrdiantor

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E-mail:

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 29 August 2025

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

Australian applicant guidelines

Advertised: 14 Aug 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 29 Aug 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time