Medicare Australia

Medicare Australia is an agency operating under the umbrella of the Department of Human Services, along with five other agencies: Centrelink, CRS Australia, Child Support Agency, Health Services Australia and Australian Hearing.

We administer Medicare, the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (and equivalent services to veterans), Family Assistance, the Australian Organ Donor Register, the Australian Childhood Immunisation Register and other programs.

We have about 6000 staff. Our National office is in Canberra and we have State headquarters in each capital city and our branch network has 238 Medicare offices across Australia.

Overview

What we offer graduates 

You will have the opportunity to develop both personally and professionally through our IT or Mainstream Graduate Program. These programs include targeted training and development, performance management and a contemporary and flexible approach to remuneration and reward. Our nine-month program will start in July 2008. You can expect a range of benefits, including:

  • A competitive starting salary of $48 101pa plus superannuation (APS 3)
  • Automatic progression to an APS 4 after successful completion of the program
  • Relocation allowances (if applicable)
  • Customised learning and development program
  • Comprehensive induction program
  • Work rotations
  • Dedicated Senior Executive mentor

Seeking...

Medicare Australia is looking for graduates with personal and professional ethics aligned with our values and Service Charter. We welcome applications from dynamic, innovative and customer-focused individuals who have a genuine desire to contribute to Medicare Australia’s goal of improving the delivery of health programs to the Australian community.

Degree/disciplines

We are looking for graduates from all academic backgrounds, including:

Finance | Commerce | Business | Communications| Marketing | IT | Health-related studies

How to apply

Via the Medicare Australia website.

When to apply

During March 2008; deadline early April 2008.

Eligibility

See website

Position locations

National Office in Canberra and State headquarters.

Further information

Graduate Recruitment Coordinator

Tel: 02 6124 7609

Email: graduate.recruitment@medicareaustralia.gov.au

www.medicareaustralia.gov.au

 

Work Programs Available

Graduate
Application Closing Date
April
Application Period
See company website for details

Contact Details

Postal Address: PO Box 1001 Tuggeranong,
ACT 2901
Australia
Contact Name: Christine Taylor
Contact Position: Graduate Recruitment Coordinatior
Phone: 02 6124 7609
Email: