Description:
About the role
This role is part of the St Vincent’s Lismore Ward 4 team and reports directly to our Nurse Unit Manager. As the Administration Officer (Ward Clerk) you will be responsible for:
- The day-to-day administration and surgical list management for all procedures conducted within the department;
- Effectively planning and prioritising work requirements to ensure the unit is provided with the highest quality administrative service;
- Collaboration with all personnel involved in the planning and preparation and care of patients admitted to the perioperative department;
- Ensuring all service delivery is outcome based and consumer centred.
We have one 12 month fixed term contract position available, based at our St Vincent’s Lismore campus.
Our benefits
Beyond our measurable commitment to building a culture of excellence, we offer our people a range of benefits including but not limited to:
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 + $2,650 in entertainment/ accommodation benefits each year (100% yours i.e. no split with SVL), increasing your overall take home pay
- Salary increases and holiday leave loading in line with our Enterprise Agreement
- Access to free counselling/coaching sessions with AccessEAP
- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- Access to free Flu vaccinations each year
- Discounted private health insurance through our Corporate Health Plan
- Staff discount on St Vincent’s Lismore hospital admissions
- Subsidised meals
- Free onsite staff parking
- Corporate uniform provided
- Ongoing formal and informal performance feedback
Your skills & experience
- Demonstrated experience in the day-to-day administration of patient files in a ward would be desirable
- Demonstrated experience and aptitude in the use of basic computer applications including Microsoft Office and other applications
- Previous experience working within a front-line customer service environment and delivering a professional, empathetic and personalised approach to customers
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to relate effectively with a diverse range of patients, the general public and our caregivers
- Effective time management skills and demonstrated ability to prioritise workload
About us
Established in 1921, St Vincent’s Lismore leads the way in providing high-quality healthcare, aged care and childcare for the people of our community. It is our mission to create a culture of excellence in quality healthcare, reflecting Catholic values and principles in the spirit of Jesus Christ. At St Vincent’s Lismore we are united by our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Courage and Kindness. Our values underpin how we work together, provide care and support for our patients, carers, employees, and community every day.
To apply
This recruitment will close when the right candidate is found.
APPLY now by submitting a resume detailing your experience and a cover letter that outlines what you are looking for and why you want to join the St Vincent’s Lismore community.
For more information about St Vincent’s Lismore, go to our website: http://www.svh.org.au
For more information about this role, contact our People and Culture team on email hr@svh.org.au
* Applicants must have the right to work in Australia (Australian citizen or permanent resident) to be considered eligible to apply for this position.
* This position requires a National Criminal History Check (NCHC)
* This position requires you to meet the vaccination requirements for a NSW Health Category A position, excluding COVID-19 and Influenza vaccinations. For a summary of Category A vaccination requirements, refer to Table 1 on Page 11 of this NSW Health Policy Directive.