Part of Macquarie Health Corporation, Longueville Private Hospital is an Acute Medical and Rehabilitation Hospital located in Longueville. Surrounded by beautiful gardens and heritage buildings, the Hospital is well positioned for public transport with ample free parking for staff.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for an experienced enthusiastic, dedicated, self-motivated and reliable ward clerk to join our team. The ideal candidate would be flexible and available weekdays and weekends as required.
DUTIES
General duties include
- Greeting and working in collaboration with patients, families and professionals
- Answering and transferring phone calls, taking messages
- Liaising with nursing staff, allied health professionals and other hospital departments to assist and facilitate patient treatment and transfers.
- Organise appointment bookings.
- Medical records preparation, filing and updating for clinical staff.
· General administrative duties as required.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
· At least 12 months previous hospital administration experience.
- Highly professional phone manner and excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve and initiate action
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Well-developed computer skills including accurate data entry skills with good attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as a part of a team-oriented team
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and other IT applications
- Self-directed work approach
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
- Experienced in the use of the webPAS or similar patient management system
- A sound knowledge of private health insurance
HOW TO APPLY
Click the APPLY button and include your resume and cover letter.
No recruitment agencies please.
Please note that we will not accept any contact from recruitment companies regarding this position.
Remuneration will be commensurate with skills and experience.