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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary  ASO-2   $58,709 - $63,154 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time temporary up to 12 months 

About the Role

Step into a pivotal role at the heart of patient care as a Ward Clerk Administration Officer within our Surgical Programs. You’ll be the friendly first point of contact for patients, families and staff, providing essential clerical and reception support that keeps the ward running smoothly. Your work will play a key part in effective patient care management, bed coordination and overall ward administration, helping ensure a seamless experience for both patients and the multi-disciplinary team.

In this role, no two days are the same. You’ll collaborate closely with nursing, medical and administrative staff, supporting a dynamic environment where your organisation, communication and teamwork skills make a real difference. If you’re enthusiastic, detail-oriented and enjoy contributing to a positive patient journey while being an integral part of a dedicated healthcare team, this role is the perfect opportunity to make an impact.

About You

You are an organised, proactive and personable professional who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment, supporting patients, staff and multidisciplinary teams with efficiency and care.

• Excellent communicator and team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, visitors and colleagues.

• Highly organised and resourceful with proven ability to prioritise workloads, work independently, and adapt to new procedures and changes.

• Experienced in administration with competency in office systems, Microsoft Office, EMR (Sunrise an advantage), and maintaining confidentiality in patient-focused environments.

• Committed to quality and safety with sound knowledge of general administrative procedures, customer service principles, and workplace policies including WHS and EEO.

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:  922139

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 12 December 2025

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

 922139 RD Ward Clerk Administration Officer - 4CP Surgery Short Stay.pdf

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