Administrative Assistant, Nursing, Medicine and Cancer

About the Role

Closing Date: 14/07/2026

• Flexibility for balancing work and life commitments 
• Inclusive workplace culture
• Flexibility for balancing work and life commitments 

The Administrative Assistant will be a valued member of the Nursing, Medicine and Cancer services team. You will have experience in providing comprehensive administrative support and be able to work independently with minimal supervision and within scope of practice. You will have excellent written skills with proficiency in drafting high level documents in consultation with Divisional Directors and leadership team. Having the ability to work in a busy, dynamic work environment and prioritise workload to ensure deadlines are met is essential. 

We are actively seeking candidates who meet the following requirements to apply for this exceptional opportunity.

• Office or Business Administration qualifications to a certificate/diploma level in accordance with the Australian Quality Training Framework, or equivalent work experience.
• Support management and prioritisation of Divisional Directors calendars, correspondence and scheduling. Coordinate any divisional resource or facility bookings including catering, video and tele-conferencing, room bookings and invitations. 
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge of administration, including highly developed keyboard/data entry, computer and formatting skills, experience with Microsoft Office suite and exceptional attention to detail.
• Be responsible for the preparation and distribution of agendas, minutes, reports, programs, workshops, and associated papers for the Division.
• Demonstrated competence in dealing with stakeholders displaying a customer focused approach to service delivery with strong communication skills to ensure relationships are built and maintained with internal and external stakeholders.
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Employment Type: This is a permanent FTE 0.5 (20 hours per week). Hours per day and days of the week are negotiable. 

For further details, please refer to the Position Description or alternatively contact Brett Pressnell Director Nursing, Medicine and Cancer on mobile: 0427 625 768 or brett.pressnell@awh.org.au for a confidential discussion.

About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028.  This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development. 

Thinking about a tree-change?

AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga.

We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.

To learn more or register, visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.

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