Administrative Assistant- Paediatrics

Description:

• Southern Adelaide Local Health Network - Flinders Medical Centre - Paediatric Department
• Salary $58,709.00 - $63,154.00 (Pro Rata) ASO2 | Full time - Short term contract until 30th September 2025

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and their families?

SA Health is seeking a highly motivated and organized Administrative Assistant for a full-time, short-term contract position within the Paediatrics department at the Flinders Medical Centre in Adelaide's southern suburbs.

About the role:

Reporting to the Senior Administration Officer, Paediatrics in this role you will play a vital part in supporting the efficient operation of the Paediatrics unit, ensuring exceptional administrative support to our dedicated healthcare professionals. Your responsibilities will include managing appointment schedules, maintaining accurate patient records, responding to inquiries, and providing a warm and welcoming environment for our young patients and their families. Duties for the role will include:

• Demonstrated ability to use word processing software.
• Demonstrated ability to provide a Dictaphone typing service.
• Ability to use a wide range of computer software packages e.g.: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher, Outlook, Access etc.

About you:

To excel in this position, you must possess exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to navigate various administrative tasks with efficiency and accuracy. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience in a healthcare setting are highly desirable.

Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.

Want To Know More? Contact: Brittany Glen , Administration Manager , 0478 363 016 , Brittany.Glen@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Tuesday 11th of March 2025

Attachments:

• ASO2 Administrative Assistant Role Description
• Australian applicant guidelines
• International applicant guidelines

Applicant Information:

• We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
• 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.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 895472

Flexibility Statement
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.