01 Oct
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Western Health
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Footscray
01 Oct
Western Health
Footscray
- Location: Footscray & Sunshine Hospitals
- Employment Type: Part-Time (64 hours/fortnight), Fixed Term (until December 2026 - 3 months)
- Salary: Admin Grade 1 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role:
A great opportunity waits for an enthusiastic and motivated clerk to join the Adult Specialist Clinics administrative team.
The Specialist Clinic Clerk is an integral part of the team that supports the daily management of clinics and referrals.
We are seeking a candidate that has great customer service skills, an eye for detail, moderate computer skills and is driven to learn and develop in a fast-paced environment.
This is a great opportunity to be part of a busy team, providing support to a variety of stakeholders including clinicians, patients and their families in addition to GP's and external stakeholders.
Key responsibilities:
- Administrative duties.
- Registration of new patients and updating of existing patient details.
- Ensure patient and referrer receive correspondence in relation to new referrals and appointments.
- Communicate and liaise with patients as required.
- Book patients' appointments.
- Make the achievement of Best Care a priority and pursue it by actively participating in organisational processes, safety systems and improvement initiatives.
About you:
- Thorough data entry skills.
- High standard of customer service skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing demands.
Click here for the Position Description.
About Western Health
Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne's West - one of Australia's fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.
More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals,
community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.
We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.
We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.
Why join us?
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
- Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.
Learning and Development
- Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
- Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.
Community Impact and Inclusion
- Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
- Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.
Organisational Culture and Environment
- Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.
Ready to make an impact?
If you're passionate about providing best care for our patients, we'd love to hear from you. Simply click on the "apply" button and follow the prompts.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 8 October 2026.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Deborah Mead on 04•• ••• 363.
Western Health is an equal chance employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
📌 Adult Specialists Clinics Administrator (Footscray)
🏢 Western Health
📍 Footscray