Administration Officer

Administration Officer

Cairns Private Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care, Australia’s largest private hospital operator, and is a leading provider of private healthcare services to the Cairns and wider Far North Queensland community.

Located in the heart of Cairns, our hospital brings together experienced healthcare professionals, specialists and support teams who are committed to providing safe, high-quality and compassionate care. We offer a broad range of medical and surgical services, supported by modern facilities and ongoing investment in technology and infrastructure.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace where our teams are supported to develop their skills, contribute ideas and make a meaningful difference to patients and their families.

At Cairns Private Hospital, you’ll have the opportunity to build your career in a supportive healthcare environment while contributing to the health and wellbeing of the Far North Queensland community.

We are seeking a professional, organised and enthusiastic individual to provide administrative services to our hospital! Permanent full-time opportunity.

This role will have you supporting our administration team on a rotating roster between pre-admission and reception, with shifts ranging from 6am-10pm, Monday to Sunday.

Why You'll Love Working With Us!

• Supportive & Collaborative Team Culture – You’ll be part of a close-knit, multidisciplinary team that values your expertise, listens to your ideas, and celebrates your wins
• Breathtaking Location – Imagine finishing your shift and being minutes away from pristine beaches, lush hinterland trails, and vibrant coastal cafés. The Sunshine Coast offers a relaxed, outdoor lifestyle that’s hard to beat.
• Positive Workplace Culture – Be part of a hospital that values diversity, inclusion, and the wellbeing of its staff as much as its patients.

About You

This role requires someone who can remain calm, organised and resilient in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. 

You will also bring the following:

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a broad range of staff - both clinical and administrative 
• Previous experience in a healthcare or hospital environment is not essential but highly desirable
• Must be available to work a rotating roster including mornings, nights and weekends
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Exceptional customer service abilities
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong computer literacy - the ability to navigate multiple IT systems quickly and accurately
• Ability to work autonomously
• Experience with hospital patient administration systems or private practice software (desirable)
• Understanding of private health insurance and patient billing (desirable)

Employee Benefits 
At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Remuneration: On offer is an hourly rate of $30.43 - $31.73 + superannuation, based on experience. 

Additional Information

• Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
• According to the role, Ramsay may require proof of immunisation against infectious diseases. 

Apply:

All applications must be lodged online.

Applications close: 7th October 2026

Reference number: JR116423 

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.