Administrative Assistant

Beaconsfield District Health Service is located 45 minutes from Launceston. We are located a stone’s throw from a vast and unspoilt wonderland where you can discover the ancient and modern history of the beautiful Tamar Valley, completing the day with some fine local wine and seafood of course.

Here in the north you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to breath-taking coastlines, National Parks, unique wilderness and award-winning fresh produce – all right on your doorstep.  After a day at work, you won’t have to sit in traffic for an hour, you can dip your toes in the pristine turquoise waters along the coast, take a stroll to a waterfall, marvel at the world’s tallest manna (white gum) trees or even climb a mountain.  Choose your own adventure….or relax and enjoy the tranquillity.

Beaconsfield District Health service is a true community hub. Our centre provides in patient Sub Acute and Aged Care We also provide extended services to the community including community nursing, adult day centres, allied health such as social work, occupational therapy and physiotherapy.  We partner with various GP practices to ensure we provide the best quality health care to our communities. 

Here, you are encouraged to be your authentic self, to pursue your passions, and to bring your clinical and world knowledge to enable you to contribute to making our team one that provides kind, compassionate and meaningful care.

We are small enough in Tasmania for you to make a real difference every day. Yet collectively we are big enough for you to feel part of something important, somewhere you can belong and be surrounded by diversity, innovation, and friendships. We’ll look after you from the very beginning, ensure you are fully inducted and welcomed into our team and culture.

You’re invited to share this very special part of the world with us, so what are you waiting for….

The role:

• Provide effective and efficient administrative and clerical support services to the Coordinator - Support Service Operations, Director of Nursing, and Nurse Unit Manager.
• We are looking for an experienced Administration Assistant with health care experience
• Be part of a wonderful team who live the THS CARE Values and work together to provide services to the people of Beaconsfield and the West Tamar.
• Free onsite parking, supportive team and management 

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of Appointment

Fixed term, casual, day worker position working as and when required, commencing from 13 May 2024 for a period of 24 months

*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant

• Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Salary: $64,125 to $68,925 pro rata, per annum. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible. 

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Eligibility:

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

1. crimes of violence
2. sex related offences
3. serious drug offences
4. crimes involving dishonesty

1. Identification check
2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

How to Apply

Apply Online.  Please click the "Apply" button on this screen.  This ensures important questions about you are answered. 

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of  Duties

Applicant Guide

For more information 

Niki Hotmer

Position: Director of Nursing (Beaconsfield) 
Phone:  (03)  6702 6060
E-mail: 

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