Program Officer - Fixed Term - Rural LAP

Aspen Medical is a global provider of innovative healthcare solutions across a diverse range of clients within the Defence, Mining, Oil and Gas, Government and Humanitarian sectors. We are a world leader in the delivery of exceptional healthcare in any setting, particularly those that are remote, challenging, and under-resourced.

We are seeking a dedicated Program Officer to join the Rural Locum Assistance Program (Rural LAP) team, a national program supporting healthcare professionals to provide essential services in rural and remote communities across Australia. Rural LAP plays a vital role in improving access to healthcare by ensuring workforce availability, continuity of care, and support for health professionals working in these regions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating placements for Health Professionals, ensuring all required documents are complete and current.
• Providing administrative support for credentialing, deployment, and program documentation.
• Maintaining and administering databases, collating information, and supporting reporting requirements.
• Assisting with payroll processing, timesheets, invoices, and expense claims.
• Supporting travel and logistics including flights, accommodation, and disrupted travel arrangements.
• Delivering high-quality administrative support to ensure efficient program operations.
• Providing outstanding customer service to Health Professionals, internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.

• Building and fostering positive relationships to enhance engagement and program outcomes.

   

About you:

• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and database management.
• Discreet with sensitive and confidential information.
• Experience in workforce deployment, health recruitment, or working with rural and/or remote communities is highly regarded.
• Knowledge of the health services industry is desirable but not essential.

• Located in Canberra, ACT is highly desirable.

   

What we offer:

• Full-time, fixed-term position until 30 June 2027.
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee benefits including gym membership and health insurance discounts.

• The opportunity to contribute to a program making a real difference in remote communities.

   

Apply now!

For further inquiries, please contact Sian Longley at [email protected].

Aspen Medical values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds. We also welcome applications from ADF veterans with relevant experience.