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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville and The Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide CBD
• Salary    ASO-3  $67,589 - $72,033 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Multiple permanent, temporary, full-time and part-time positions available 

About the Role

As the Waitlist Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the smooth operation of the clinical units within the Surgery Program by coordinating surgical bookings and managing the waitlist with precision and care. Working closely with the Head of Unit and other key stakeholders, you’ll ensure that administrative processes run efficiently and that patients receive fair and timely access to care. Your attention to detail and ability to streamline workflows will help uphold the highest standards of accuracy and service delivery.

In this role, you’ll enjoy working as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team while also exercising a high level of independence. You’ll take pride in maintaining transparent systems and contributing to a patient-centred environment where every action supports quality outcomes. This is an opportunity to make a real difference by ensuring patients receive the care they need—safely, efficiently, and compassionately.

About You

You are a proactive and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment. With strong organisational skills and a commitment to patient-centred care, you work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure smooth and efficient waitlist coordination.

• Demonstrated experience in hospital or healthcare administration, including surgical bookings and waitlist management

• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines and adapt to changing priorities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise professionally across all levels

• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record management, with proficiency in electronic systems and Microsoft Office Suite

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 Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses 
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• 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.
• Employee Recognition: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.

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:  918441

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 14 November 2025

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

 918441 RD Waitlist Coordinators - TQEH.pdf

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