Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until October 2027
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3
Remuneration: $71,072.43 - $73,287.41 Per Annum + Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ668895
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Closing Date: Sunday 14 June 2026
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work, supported by a dedicated team, and surrounded by some of Australia's most vibrant regional communities. Every day, you'll contribute to enriching the health and wellbeing of people across our region.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and customer-focused Administration Officer to join the Medical Imaging team at Tamworth Hospital on a casual basis.
As a key member of our administration team, you will provide high-quality administrative support and exceptional customer service to patients, carers and healthcare professionals. Working within a busy and dynamic Medical Imaging Department, you will play an important role in ensuring patients receive a seamless and positive experience from the moment they engage with our service.
This casual position operates across a 7-day roster, with shifts scheduled between 7:30am and 6:30pm, offering flexibility and variety in your work.
About the Team
You'll join a supportive administration team of eight staff working alongside 23 Radiographers and a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering patient-centred care. Our team prides itself on fostering a collaborative, respectful and welcoming workplace where staff are encouraged to learn, grow and succeed.
Comprehensive orientation, mentoring, education and ongoing training will be provided to help you develop your skills and confidence within the Medical Imaging environment.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Delivers outstanding customer service with empathy, professionalism and respect.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively manage competing priorities.
- Is highly motivated, reliable and committed to working as part of a team.
- Demonstrates strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Enjoys supporting patients and carers through positive interactions and service excellence.
Previous experience in a healthcare or administrative environment will be highly regarded, however a willingness to learn and a positive attitude are equally important.
Why Tamworth?
Known as Australia's Country Music Capital, Tamworth is the thriving hub of the New England North West region. With a population of almost 60,000, the city offers an enviable lifestyle that combines the conveniences of a regional centre with a welcoming community atmosphere.
Surrounded by stunning natural landscapes and renowned for its equine and agricultural industries, Tamworth enjoys a temperate climate that allows residents to experience all four seasons. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventure, cultural events, sporting opportunities or a family-friendly lifestyle, Tamworth has something for everyone
What you'll be doing
Provide an efficient and effective administrative/clerical service within the Hunter New England Imaging (Radiology and Nuclear Medicine departments).
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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 Hunter New England Health 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 [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [email protected] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Hunter New England 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.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
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