Senior Practice Officer (Operations & Finance Support)

About The Team

Murdoch University Medical Service is part of the University’s Student Wellbeing portfolio, supporting the health and wellbeing of students, staff and the broader campus community.

You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team of medical practitioners, nursing staff, Outreach Support Coordinators, administrative and operational professionals working together to deliver accessible, high-quality primary healthcare.

The administrative and operational team plays an important role in keeping the Medical Service running smoothly, supporting clinical administration, finance, practice systems and accreditation.

Your New Role!  

The Senior Practice Officer (Operations & Finance Support) supports the day-to-day operations of the Murdoch University Medical Service. Working closely with the Medical Service Manager (Clinical & Service Lead), you will coordinate administrative, financial and practice operations, supervise the administration team and help ensure the service runs efficiently and effectively.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinate clinical administration, business processes and practice management systems.

• Supervise the administration team, including workflows, rostering and daily operations.

• Support staff development and a service-focused team environment.

• Provide front-line administrative support during periods of increased operational demand.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Continuous| Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $93K – $100K (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.   

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you’ll bring to the role:

• A relevant diploma-level qualification and experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Strong experience in medical administration, including Medicare billing, reconciliations, financial administration, billing systems and procurement.
• Confidence working autonomously, using initiative and sound judgement.
• Experience supervising and supporting staff, including rostering, training and performance support.
• The ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the University's Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure. 

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.  

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process. 

Contact Us 

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Lisa Cranfield, Manager Medical Service (Clinical & Service Lead), l.cranfield@murdoch.edu.au and quote JR105905 as the reference. 

Applications Close on 23 November 2026 (11:59pm AWST) 

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.  

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.