SA Health
Job reference: 939968
Location: 5006 - NORTH ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
- Women’s and Children’s Health Network, Division of
Paediatric Medicine, North Adelaide 5006
- ASO2 - Administrative Services Officer
L2,
- Salary - $64,195 to $67,154 + 12% Superannuation
and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
- Full Time fixed term (temporary) contract until 27
August 2027
About WCHN
Join the Women’s and Children’s Health Network (WCHN), South
Australia’s leading provider of care for women, babies, children
and young people. We’re shaping the future of healthcare through
compassion, innovation and excellence — with our communities at the
heart of everything we do.
What WCHN Can Offer You
- Access to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each
FBT year for living expenses (e.g. mortgage, rent, utilities,
groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal
entertainment expenses.
- Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness
program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice
of gyms and pools across South Australia.)
- Free public transport to and from the Women’s and
Children’s Hospital for SA Health metropolitan hospital staff
(excludes network community sites).
- Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance
Program.
- Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to
eligibility.
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for further information.
About the role
The Ward Clerk provides high-level administrative and reception
support to the ward, ensuring accurate and timely maintenance of
patient records and clerical documentation. The role supports
effective patient care by assisting with admissions, discharges,
and booking processes. It also contributes to efficient ward
operations by maintaining streamlined systems and workflows.
Key duties of the role
- Ensure day to day, high level administrative and reception
support services are provided to the Ward.
- Ensuring the maintenance of confidential patient Unit
Records by accurate filing of reports, results and tracking to
the appropriate departments
- Maintain adequate supply of office materials and equipment
by ordering items in line with purchasing procedures.
- Delivering services in a culturally sensitive manner
- Assist in the provision of quality improvement by taking a
leadership role in quality control reviews and improvement
programs
Skills and Experience
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office products including Word,
Excel, and Outlook
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the
ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
- Good working knowledge of medical terminology and general
office procedures
- Ability to manage competing priorities independently while
maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines
Enquiries can be directed to
Amy Simek
Acting Admin Lead Manager
81618395
Amy.Simek@sa.gov.au
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and join one of our many teams making a positive difference in the
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To learn more about this role — including key selection
criteria, special conditions and minimum requirements — please
refer to the attached role description and the document checklists
below:
If you would like further information on applying and winning
this role, go to our SA Health Careers Site for the
Australian Applicant Guide or if you are an international
applicant, check out the
International Application Guide.
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.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged
to apply.
Application Closing Date: Thursday 25 June 2026
11:55PM
Applications close: 01/07/2026 11:55 PM
Flexibility Statement
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.
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