At a Glance
- Tasks: Support nurses and medical staff with administrative tasks in a busy hospital ward.
- Company: Join the renowned Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, a leader in public health.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, paid parental leave, and access to free courses.
- Other info: Flexible work hours with opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while developing your skills in healthcare.
- Qualifications: Experience in administration and computer literacy required; teamwork skills essential.
The predicted salary is between 76218 - 76218 $ per year.
In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!
About the Role
You will be working at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH). It is one of the nation’s most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.
The Clinical Support Officer (CSO) role will be ward/unit based and support the work activities of nurses, midwives, medical staff and allied health staff, with locally determined shift times based on patient and ward/unit service delivery needs. This role may provide functions across the health facility or to more than one ward/unit. It will work closely with existing administrative staff such as ward clerks and communication officers at the ward/unit level. The role will complement existing roles, systems and processes in each organisation.
The role will provide timely and accurate administrative/transactional services for members of the health care team on designated ward(s)/unit(s) under the direction of a Nurse Unit Manager (NUM). The role will work under broad supervision but will be required to take some independent action. Scope exists for exercising initiative in the application of established work practices and procedures. Decisions affecting the overall functioning and management of the ward/unit remain the responsibility of the NUM. This role will assist the Nurse Unit Manager with administrative and related tasks to support the effective operation of the unit and maintain KPIs.
Ideal Candidate
- Able to work Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm.
- Computer literacy, with experience in word processing, spreadsheet and database software.
- Ability to work independently with broad supervision and contribute effectively within a team, managing competing priorities in a high-pressure, high-volume environment while maintaining KPIs.
- Has experience in an administrative role.
- HealthRoster management experience would be beneficial but is not essential.
Additional Benefits
- Allocated Day Off (ADO) each month, paid parental leave and annual leave loading.
- Additional public holiday during the end of year period.
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing.
- Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
- Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
- Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004). SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions.
If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health.
Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Applications Close: 9 November 2026
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