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Administrative Officer
Normanton
This is your opportunity to contribute to our vision of creating:
Pathways to better health
for our North West communities.
Make a Real Impact Behind the Scenes!
Join Normanton Hospital as an Administration Officer and be the friendly face that keeps our health service running smoothly — all while enjoying the unique outback lifestyle.
Job details
| Position status | Casual |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO3 |
| Workplace Location | North West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MI663722 |
| Closing date | 27-Oct-2025 |
| Job duration | See Job Details |
| Contact person | Katherine Stock |
| Contact details | (07) 4745 2100 Access the National Relay Service |
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS)
- Unique locations
- Friendly communities
- Regional, rural and remote $$$ incentives
Causal position available
Working with us
Professionally, our HHS values professionalism, leadership capability, excellence and resilience in our staff. We are committed to providing extraordinary opportunities for career development including in-house training, development and mentoring programs.
PLUS access to the Training, Education and Professional Development Incentive funds if eligible.
Normanton Hospital and Community Health provides care for patients from Normanton, Karumba, surrounding towns, stations, and vessels in the lower gulf. Services include Accident & Emergency, general inpatient care, outpatient and visiting specialist clinics, delivered in collaboration with community health and local providers. Normanton offers a true outback lifestyle, with access to everyday amenities, sports, outdoor recreation, and social activities.
About the role
As our Administration Officer, you'll be the first point of contact for patients, staff, and visitors, while keeping our hospital operations running seamlessly. In this role, you will:
- Provide reception and administrative support, including phone, email and face-to-face enquiries.
- Manage patient registration, admissions, discharges, and specialist clinic records.
- Assist with patient travel documentation and appointment bookings.
- Support cash handling, mail, stock control, and office equipment use.
- Maintain confidentiality, records management, and data entry accuracy.
- Contribute to patient safety, quality improvement, and workplace health and safety.
- Work collaboratively as part of a supportive hospital team.
Requirements
- C Class Motor Vehicle Licence.
- Pre-employment screening will be conducted for the successful applicant, including Criminal History checks.
- This is a VPD risk role and may require evidence of vaccination or immunity to: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Tuberculosis.
- A period of probation may apply.
Interested?
Download the Role Description for further information and application / interview preparation.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-MI663722
Contact: Katherine Stock on (07) 4745 2100.
Applications close: Monday, 27 October 2025.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Our vision is to be Queensland's leading HHS delivering excellence in remote healthcare to our patients, working as an integral part of the community.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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Info Sheet_Documentation Preparation - new candidates 26.09.2024 (PDF, 75KB)
Information Package for Applicants
QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Information Package for Applicants
MI663722 Administrative Officer Normanton Hospital and Community Health RD (PDF, 398KB)
Role Description
