Program Officer - Fixed Term - Rural LAP
Canberra, ACT, Australia and 1 more
Job Description
Aspen Medical is a global provider of innovative healthcare solutions across a diverse range of clients within the Defence, Mining, Oil and Gas, Government and Humanitarian sectors. We are a world leader in the delivery of exceptional healthcare in any setting, particularly those that are remote, challenging, and under-resourced.
We are seeking a dedicated
Program Officer
to join the
Rural Locum Assistance Program (Rural LAP)
team, a national program supporting healthcare professionals to provide essential services in rural and remote communities across Australia. Rural LAP plays a vital role in improving access to healthcare by ensuring workforce availability, continuity of care, and support for health professionals working in these regions.
Key responsibilities include:
Coordinating placements for Health Professionals, ensuring all required documents are complete and current.
Providing administrative support for credentialing, deployment, and program documentation.
Maintaining and administering databases, collating information, and supporting reporting requirements.
Assisting with payroll processing, timesheets, invoices, and expense claims.
Supporting travel and logistics including flights, accommodation, and disrupted travel arrangements.
Delivering high-quality administrative support to ensure efficient program operations.
Providing outstanding customer service to Health Professionals, internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.




Building and fostering positive relationships to enhance engagement and program outcomes.
About you:
Highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
Solid communication skills and attention to detail.
Able to work both independently and collaboratively.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and database management.
Discreet with sensitive and confidential information.
Experience in workforce deployment, health recruitment, or working with rural and/or remote communities is highly regarded.
Knowledge of the health services industry is desirable but not essential.
Located in Canberra, ACT is highly desirable.
What we offer:
Full-time, fixed-term position until 30 June ****.
Hybrid working arrangements
Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
Employee benefits including gym membership and health insurance discounts.
The opportunity to contribute to a program making a real difference in remote communities.
For further inquiries, please contact
Sian Longley
at
.
Aspen Medical values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds. We also welcome applications from ADF veterans with relevant experience.
Job Info
Job Identification ****
Job Category Administration and Clerical
Posting Date 08/05/2026, 07:03 AM
Apply Before 08/21/2026, 07:00 AM
Locations Canberra, ACT, Australia Australia
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📌 Program Officer - Fixed Term - Rural Lap (Canberra)
🏢 Rural Locum Assistance Program
📍 Canberra