At a Glance
- Tasks: Support healthcare operations by managing administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join Portland District Health, a community-focused health service with a rich history.
- Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging, ongoing training, flexible hours, and free parking.
- Other info: Work in a beautiful coastal region with great lifestyle benefits.
- Why this job: Make a difference in patient care while gaining valuable experience in the health sector.
- Qualifications: Customer service experience and strong organisational skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Fixed Term Part Time – 48 hours per fortnight
Available from 23rd November 2026 to 14th March 2027
We are seeking a motivated and organised Administration Officer to work in the Urgent Care Centre. The position involves rostered evening shifts 15:15pm to 23:15pm. Job share arrangements will also be considered. As part of the role, the successful applicant/s will be required to be available to provide additional coverage during periods of staff leave, including annual leave and other unplanned leave, to help ensure continuity of administrative support within the ward. You will liaise closely with nurses, doctors, and the Health Information team; contributing to an informed and safe healthcare journey for each patient.
About you:
- Experience in providing quality customer service in reception/frontline role
- Demonstrated computer literacy with accurate data entry
- Demonstrated capacity to follow procedures, manage time and organise workload efficiently
- willingness to learn and be receptive to feedback
- Ability to work positively and constructively with staff from a variety of professional backgrounds
- Previous experience working in the health industry - desirable
About us:
Portland District Health (PDH) provides an integrated health service for the community. The hospital was established in 1856 on the current site and now provides a comprehensive range of services that include:
- Hospital based Medical and Surgical services, Medical Imaging (Radiology), Pharmacy and Pathology
- A 24/7 Urgent Care Centre for emergency treatment
- Residential aged care for 30 residents at Harbourside Lodge
- An extensive range of primary and community services for the local community
PDH delivers services from a single campus, employs around 470 staff with an FTE of approximately 290, and has an active volunteer workforce.
Additional Benefits:
- Salary Packaging
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Social Club
- Free parking
- Portland Leisure & Aquatic Centre corporate rates
- Flexible working conditions
- Employee Assistance program
- Relocation assistance available – conditions apply
The Region – Glenelg Shire:
Appreciate the beautiful surroundings of the Glenelg Shire, trek the Great South West Walk, Bridgewater Bay’s rugged coastline, or explore Budj Bim (a World Heritage site) and Mount Richmond National Park. Affordable coastal, rural and low density urban housing, a choice of private and public primary and secondary school makes Portland an ideal place to work, live and raise a family.
Portland District Health encourage and welcome applications from First Nation People, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.
Administration Officer in Portland employer: Portland-District-Health-
Portland District Health is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its staff, offering ongoing training and development opportunities in a supportive work culture. Located in the picturesque Glenelg Shire, employees enjoy flexible working conditions, salary packaging, and access to recreational facilities, making it an ideal place to balance work and life while contributing to meaningful healthcare services in the community.
