Administration Officer- Casual

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 2

Remuneration: $ $33.37 per hour + superannuation

Requisition ID: REQ600563

Applications Close: Wednesday 24th September 2025

About us:

Armidale Hospital offers a diverse and inclusive workplace, characterised by a team of dedicated and supportive staff members. The patient services department is a close nit team working together to achieve positive outcomes for patients and their families.

About the role:

The casual position requires the successful candidates to be able to perform a wide range of roles and administration duties throughout the hospital. Those in the casual pool have the opportunity to work in areas such as: inpatient wards, reception, ED outpatient clinics, in the allied health departments, mental health inpatient wards, elective waitlist and sometimes community health.

Upon commencement of your new role, you will undergo comprehensive training in various administrative functions across the hospital and its facilities, equipping you with the skills to succeed within the role. How will be supported by the patient services manager and various managers throughout the facility, with ongoing training.

About you:

The successful candidates will have excellent face to face and telephone communication skills in a high-volume environment, willingness to work on the main reception desk. Good communication, time management and prioritisation skills are essential.

What we can offer you:

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry we provide a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast. Being the largest employer in the region we can offer salary packaging options, educational opportunities and support from a broad network of health professionals. With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen profession. Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Superannuation contributions
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Additional information:

• If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?

For role related queries or questions contact Melissa Hanson on

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS via or

HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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