Administrative Assistant

Do you want to be a part of a team that promotesand improves the health of its people andcommunity?

This is fora Fixed Term Full Time appointment, with possibility ofextension(s) and/or permanency.

What is our AdministrativeAssistantrole?

Administrative Assistant is responsible for theprovision of administrative support, purchasing, data preparationand associated activities of the General Surgery Department,including medical rostering. This role assists the team withadministrative duties as directed by the Head of Department,Consultants and Nursing Staff. In addition, AdministrativeAssistant supervises administrative and clerical support staff inthe department, centre or service if required.

While yourqualifications and experience tell us part of your story, yourvalues and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensureour behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation,Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will beassessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of thisposition while upholding our values.

What we offer

NMHS supports flexible workingpractices and consideration will be given to flexible work options,where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary,our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (NorthMetropolitan Health Service - Pay andBenefits)including:

• Generoussalary packaging to increase take-home pay
• Professionaland career development opportunities
• Diverseand inclusive culture

Want to know more about thisrole?

We encourage you to contact Vicki Elloy on ***to discuss how this rolealigns with your personal and careerinterests.

We think you’ll like ithere

Our employeeslike working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video tofind out what they have to say.

Ready to join ourteam?

Applicants are required to applyonline allow enough time to complete the onlineapplication process and attach your documentation. If youexperience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on for immediate assistance during businesshours.

The JDF isattached for reference. Your application should include:

• Astatement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 3pages as outlined in the attached JDF.
• Adetailed Resume which sets out your qualifications,capabilities and experience relevant to thisposition.
• References- the names and contact details of two (2) referees. It ispreferable for one of your referees to have been a recentsupervisor.

Applicants must ensure their nominated referees are available toprovide references when requested, as failure to do so may resultin them being deemed unsuitable.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residencyis an essential requirement for applicants to be considered forpermanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for afixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of yourentitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of thecontract.

WA Healthengages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Healthpolicies require applicants to undertake a criminal recordsscreening and integrity checking as part of the appointmentprocess. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening andintegrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a workingwith children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employmenthealth assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrityand past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note thatadverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicantbut will be considered as part of the appointmentprocess.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill theabove vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar"vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this,should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertisedvacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selectedfrom this process. Both of these options remain valid for a periodof twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorsesthe recruitment decision.

NorthMetropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equityand inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense ofbelonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and arecommitted to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we carefor. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect,Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for thisrole.

NMHS iscommitted to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of ourAboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieveequality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies tothis position.

NMHS upholds thesocial model of disability. We welcome applicants who havedisability and endeavour to support reasonable workplaceadjustments and flexibility.If you have any access needs or requireadjustments to participate in the recruitment process, pleasecontact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) atemail ***********@health.wa.gov.au.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissionsafter or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not beaccepted.

We look forward to receiving yourapplication.