Looking for a role that offers variety, stability and the chance to broaden your hospital experience?

Join Rockhampton Hospital's Administrative Support and Development Unit, where you'll provide essential support across multiple clinical areas, gaining exposure to most units throughout the hospital. From patient records and clinical documentation to reception and supporting busy medical and nursing teams, no two days will look the same.

With permanent full-time hours and the opportunity to experience different areas of a major regional hospital, this is a great opportunity to take your administration career further!

Job details

Frontline Support: This frontline support role provides essential support enabling the development and delivery of frontline services, programs and outcomes.

About us:

Rockhampton Hospital is Central Queensland's 305-bed referral hub, bringing specialist care closer to home for patients from across the region. From emergency and intensive care to paediatrics, surgery and the new state-of-the-art cancer care services, you'll be part of a diverse clinical environment supporting patients through complex health needs. With strong links to university education, extensive specialist services and accredited training programs, Rockhampton Hospital offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality regional healthcare while helping build the next generation of medical professionals.

About the role:

• Provide administrative relief across the Administrative Support and Development Unit at Rockhampton Hospital.
• Support medical and nursing teams with documentation, filing, audits and patient record management and transport.
• Deliver professional face-to-face and telephone reception, providing helpful and responsive customer service.
• Manage competing priorities independently, exercising sound judgement and discretion to maintain accurate, timely and high-quality work.
• Use relevant information systems and follow Queensland Health policies, procedures and legislative requirements to support efficient healthcare delivery.

About you:

• Well-developed administrative skills and experience supporting multidisciplinary teams within a hospital or healthcare environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and other information systems; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound judgement, initiative and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and respond effectively to unexpected situations and emergencies.
• The ability to undertake the physical requirements of the role, including lifting, bending, squatting, using ladders and trolleys, and transporting patient records across the facility.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $104,183 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $41.44 - $46.05 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6J696083

Applications close: Sunday, 15 November 2026

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Frontline Support: This frontline support role provides essential support enabling the development and delivery of frontline services, programs and outcomes.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

This position will be filled in accordance with Queensland Public Health Sector (QUEENSLAND HEALTH) CERTIFIED AGREEMENT (No. 12) 2025.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• RK6J696083 - Administration Officer - Reliever (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)