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• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Port Augusta
• ASO2 | Casual 
  
• Salary: $30.01 - $32.28 per hour | 25% Casual Loading | Casual Contract (up to 31 December 2026)

Join our dedicated team at Port Augusta Hospital and play a vital role in delivering exceptional administrative and customer support services!

About Us:

The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you’ll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you’ll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.

Working at the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, you will become a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment. Combined with access to flexible working arrangements and opportunities to develop and grow. Whatever your role is at FUNLHN, it is vital in supporting the smooth operation of our health care services.

Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN

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About the Role:

The Administrative Assistant is directly responsible to the Patient Services Manager and plays a key role in supporting the efficient operation of the Port Augusta Hospital and Regional Health Service. This position provides high-quality, confidential administrative and customer service to clients, staff, and visitors, ensuring a welcoming and professional experience for all. You will be responsible for a range of clerical duties including data entry, record management, and communication coordination, helping maintain accurate and timely information flow throughout the service.

In addition to managing front-line enquiries and supporting internal teams, the Administrative Assistant contributes to the smooth delivery of patient services by assisting with scheduling, documentation, and general office administration. This role requires strong attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary environment. By maintaining efficient administrative systems and a strong customer focus, you will help ensure the continued delivery of high-quality care and service to the local community.

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About You:

• A high level of competency in the use of computers, word processing and office administration processes and procedures.
• Sound word processing and data entry skills.
• Experience in providing administrative and clerical support services.
• Developing spreadsheets, using the Microsoft Excel application.

Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances)

Applicant Information:

• 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: 920579

Want To Know More? Contact:

Sarah Holtham - A/Patient Service Manager, 8668 7507, Sarah.Holtham@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: Thursday 31st December 2026 - 11.55PM

Attachments:

920579 ASO2 Role Description.pdf

JCS+Patient+Services+Assistant+final.pdf

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