Administrative Assistant - Tasmanian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service (528200)

Job Description:

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In Tasmania, we value quality over quantity. We create, preserve, and protect the unusual. With quiet confidence, and with passion and perseverance, we pursue the extraordinary. Could you join us in Tasmania?

What’s different about Tasmania is our culture and our lifestyle. Our isolation helps drive a culture of invention and human connection, which feels both old fashioned and… like the only future worth pursuing.

We are small enough in Tasmania for you to shape and influence your work and make a real impact every day. Yet we are big enough for you to feel part of something important, somewhere you can belong and be surrounded by diversity, innovation, and friendships. Tasmanians are connected to the land where we live, and to the stories of the people who have cared for this place for tens of thousands of years.

The role:

As the Tasmanian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service (TPRS) Administrative Assistant, you will provide administrative support to the Head of Tasmanian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service, medical and allied health team and assist with the management of the administrative support systems for the statewide service.

This role will involve:

• organising and scheduling meetings and other appointments to ensure effective interdisciplinary teamwork and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• provide assistance with minute/note taking, preparation of correspondence and reports for the multidisciplinary TPRS team and enter data into relevant registries and database.
• provide a telephone service and deal with routine matters and enquiries from patients, their carers and families and other health professionals.

You will work under supervision of the TPRS Head of Department.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an administrative assistant who would like to be part of an exciting new service.

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

The team:

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join the statewide Tasmanian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service (TPRS). TPRS provides specialised, coordinated paediatric rehabilitation to children, young people, and their families across the state.

All team members will play an integral role in developing our service as we progress through a staged implementation of our Model of Care. We are committed to create a diverse, inclusive, and flexible workplace. lutrawita/Tasmania is well known for its beautiful natural environment, high quality food, short commutes, and excellent lifestyle opportunities.

Details of Appointment

Permanent, part time, day worker position working 45.6 hours per fortnight commencing as soon as possible.

*notwithstanding hours to 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: $62,257 to $66,917 pro rata per annum + 11% superannuation + access to salary packaging

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 the Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

1. Current Working with Vulnerable People Registration

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:

• crimes of violence
• sex related offences
• serious drug offences
• crimes involving dishonesty

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

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

• 528200 Administrative Assistant – TPRS band 2 (July 2023) CSU.pdf
• 528200 Administrative Assistant – TPRS band 2 (July 2023) CSU.docx

Applicant Guide

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf
• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx

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 detailing 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 in the Statement of Duties.
• 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.

For more information (Contact Officer)

Alyse Rogers
Statewide Coordinator – Tasmanian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service
Phone: 0439 375 397
E-mail: alyse.rogers@ths.tas.gov.au

Important information

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To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your details

The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.