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• Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Berri 
• Salary $67,589 to $72,033 p.a. (pro rata)
• ASO3 | Full Time | Ongoing 
• Part Time will be considered for suitable applicants

Be the backbone of healthcare – Join us as a Medical Services Administrative Assistant and make a real difference!

Are you a highly organised, proactive individual with a passion for providing exceptional administrative support? Join our team and make an impact on healthcare delivery in the Riverland Mallee Coorong region!

As the Medical Services Administrative Assistant, you'll be the backbone of our Medical Services team, providing essential high-level administrative support to the Coordinator of Medical Services and other key staff. In this dynamic role, you’ll contribute to the efficient operation of the region’s healthcare services, assisting in the management of staff, projects, and various administrative functions that directly support the delivery of high-quality medical services.

What you’ll do:

• Offer comprehensive support, including managing diaries, travel arrangements, and event coordination for the Medical Services team (HR experience would be beneficial).
• Produce key documents, reports, minutes, and correspondence, ensuring clear communication and organisational efficiency.
• Assist with research and project work, providing valuable insights to improve medical services in the region.
• Ensure smooth operations through efficient records and information management, in line with SA Public Sector guidelines.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in high-level administrative roles, including diary management, travel coordination, and report preparation.
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to offer sound recommendations.
• A thorough understanding of administrative processes and record management, alongside familiarity with computing software to create professional materials.
• Knowledge of the SA Public Sectors policies, particularly in relation to information and records management, is highly desirable.

This is a unique opportunity to support a dedicated healthcare team while making a tangible difference to the region’s medical services. If you're looking for a role that challenges you and offers room for growth, we want to hear from you!

About RMCLHN

The Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, called RMCLHN for short, supports more than 70,000 people living in country South Australia in the towns and surrounds of Renmark, Paringa, Berri, Barmera, Waikerie, Loxton, Pinnaroo, Lameroo, Karoonda, Mannum, Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend, Meningie, Tintinara and Coonalpyn.  Click here for more information about working for RMCLHN.

• We will provide support, both personally and professionally
• Give you access to a range of education and training opportunities designed to enhance your role
• Offer flexible work arrangements to better balance work, personal life, and family commitments
• Provide an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, ensuring every employee feels a sense of belonging and safety
• Offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
  Provide Relocation Support, where applicable. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.

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Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working 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 appropriate immunisation requirements:

• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
• Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B

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: 878005.

Enquiries

Colleen Norton
Medical Workforce Unit Manager
Phone: 8580 2450
E-mail: colleen.norton@sa.gov.au 

Application Closing Date

4 February 2025 - 11.55PM

Attachments

878005 Medical Services Administrative Assistant Role Description.pdf

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