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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Various Locations
• Salary  $30.01 - $32.28 per hour plus 25% casual leave loading
• Casual 

About the Role

As a Casual Administrative Officer, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the smooth operation of our Emergency Departments, Inpatient Wards, and Unit Secretary positions within the Acute and Urgent Care Program. This dynamic and rewarding role involves providing high-quality administrative support, working closely with clinical and nursing teams to ensure accurate and efficient coordination of patient care. Your ability to adapt quickly, communicate effectively, and remain organised under pressure will be key to your success in this fast-paced healthcare environment.

In this position, you’ll be responsible for managing and prioritising your workload while also contributing to the broader administrative team. Whether you're reliving across various roles or supporting high-demand areas, you’ll ensure that all tasks are completed accurately and on time. You’ll thrive in a team-based culture where collaboration, flexibility, and attention to detail are valued and where your work directly contributes to improving patient outcomes and the overall quality of care.

About You

You’re a proactive and reliable professional with a strong ability to adapt, communicate, and prioritise in a fast-paced environment. You bring a commitment to high-quality service, attention to detail, and a team-focused mindset.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and handle challenging situations with confidence and professionalism.

• Well-developed organisational and time management abilities, including the capacity to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workloads, and meet deadlines independently and under pressure.

• Proficient in office systems and tools, with experience using Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Access) and operating a variety of office equipment while maintaining strict confidentiality.

• Adaptable and solutions-focused, with a proven ability to learn and implement new procedures quickly, contribute to team decision-making, and improve work practices through initiative and practical thinking.

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.
• 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.

Job ref: 904602

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Application Closing Date 

11:55 pm Thursday 25 June 2026

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

 904602 RD Admin Officer (Casual Pool) - Acute & Urgent Care Program, CALHN.pdf

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