Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3 Remuneration: $1,362.10 - $1,404.54 Per Week Hours Per Week: 38 Location: Gosford Hospital Requisition ID: REQ654685 Applications Close: Thursday, 28 May 2026 at 11.59pm Are you an organised, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment? We are seeking a highly motivated Departmental Secretary to provide exceptional administrative support to the Head of Department and medical team within Obstetrics & Gynaecology. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role supporting clinicians, coordinating departmental operations, and helping deliver outstanding care to women and families in our community. About the Opportunity In this dynamic position, you will be the central point of coordination for the Obstetrics & Gynaecology department, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of administrative services. You will work closely with senior medical staff, registrars, residents, and multidisciplinary teams to support efficient and professional service delivery. In this role you will: Provide high-level administrative support to the O&G leadership team, ensuring smooth daily operations and effective service delivery. Coordinate complex medical workforce systems including rosters, on-call schedules, leave calendars, and staff communications. Prepare and manage key documentation including correspondence, reports, meeting minutes, performance review materials, and clinical administrative records. Support end-to-end medical officer onboarding while delivering professional, responsive customer service and maintaining efficient office systems and procedures. For more information about this role, please view the Position Description. About You We are looking for someone who has: Proven experience in a high-level administrative position, ideally within a healthcare or hospital environment. Relevant qualifications in business administration, health administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience), with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and office systems. Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands in a fast-paced setting. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence in preparing professional correspondence, reports, and meeting minutes. High attention to detail and demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement. Benefits Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave. Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance. Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance. Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities. Need More Information? Lynelle Hill Phone: 4320 3746 Email: health.nsw.gov.au Click here to find out more about applying for this position. Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3 for one-on-one support. Vaccination Requirements All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes: Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory. Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy. NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment. Additional Information An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions. Stay Connected Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to stay up to date with career opportunities and the latest updates. You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 .
