Business Support Officer

Department of Health (WA Health)


Date: 13 hours ago
City: Perth, Western Australia
Contract type: Full time
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Hello! Are you…. A master of all things admin? A team player? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment, supporting a team dedicated to supporting the Western Australian Healthcare service?

This is an exciting time for the Healthcare Quality Intelligence Unit as we are looking for adaptable, determined and enthusiastic people to join our growing team.

About The Healthcare Quality Intelligence Unit

The Clinical Excellence Division is the focal point for clinical policy development, engagement with the clinical workforce and health research.

As a unit in the Clinical Excellence Division, the Healthcare Quality Intelligence Unit (HQIU) provides analysis to support front line clinical staff to improve the quality of patient care. Our team delivers value to patients and clinicians by using data to provide information about quality of patient care. It is critical that this information is built from a solid data platform.

Your new role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and suitably experienced individual for the role of Business Support Officer for which we have one full-time position available.

As a Business Support Officer and pivotal member of our team, you'll be tasked with a variety of responsibilities aimed at supporting the Unit's operations. This includes serving as the primary point of contact for Unit inquiries, coordinating both internal and external communications and assisting in the efficient operation of daily administrative tasks. Additionally, you'll play a key role in organising meetings, workshops, and events relevant to our Patient Safety and Clinical Quality initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and preferably have previous experience in administrative roles within the healthcare sector. If you're passionate about making a meaningful contribution to healthcare quality and are eager to join a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.

For further details, please view the Job Description Form (JDF) found above which provides a full statement of duties for this role.

If you would like further information about this role and the amazing team you are working with, we encourage you to please contact Richard Gillett on 08 6373 2318

Job Category

This is a Recruitment Pool for Casual, Permanent and Fixed Term Full Time appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. There is currently one full time permanent equivalent vacancy.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 29/03/2027.

Why should you join our team?

  • Being part of a team that is working with data to improve patient care
  • Being part of a team that delivers on innovative solutions
  • We encourage continuous professional development and upskilling
  • Being part of a team culture that thrives in collaborating with other teams to achieve shared goals
  • Working within a multifaceted team to learn of different approaches to the same problem

In the Healthcare Quality Intelligence Unit, we believe the best services come from a workplace where varied perspectives and experiences are welcomed and encouraged. We are committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service and embrace diversity, encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities and members of our LGBTQIA+ community.

Benefits Of Working With Us

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer you a range of benefits, which may include (in line with operational requirements):

  • 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
  • Professional development opportunities and Study/Leave assistance
  • Flexible working (including working from home) and leave arrangements
  • Discounts with corporate partners
  • Salary Packaging Benefits

Are you ready to join our team?

To Be Eligible To Apply For This Role

  • To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live andwork in Australia for the period of the contract.
  • Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
  • WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

How To Apply

To apply for this position, please apply online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au

In Your Application You Should Provide The Following

  • A Curriculum Vitae (CV) that clearly shows your experience relevant to the role
  • Statement demonstrating your knowledge, skills and experience relevant to the responsibilities of the role, addressing all selection criteria as outlined in the JDF (no more than three [3] pages) – please note there is a template attached to this advert we encourage you to use.

Please ensure you have saved your documents in one of the following formats .doc, .xls, .pdf, .rtf or .ppt. Please be aware that .docx or .xlsx files are not accepted formats.

Please ensure you give yourself adequate time to submit your application and upload your attachments.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

You must have a current, valid email address to apply and will be used to communicate with you.

Thank you for taking the time to apply for the role in our team and we hope to see you at the next stage.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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