Admissions Clerk / Ward Clerk

Full Time or Part Time (hours negotiable)

Join a supportive team at South Perth Hospital, where you'll play an important role in delivering a positive experience for our patients and their families.

In this varied and rewarding role, you will provide essential administrative support across our Acute Medical and Surgical Wards, Endoscopy Unit and Perioperative Suite.

Whether you have experience in healthcare administration or bring strong administrative and customer service skills from another industry, we would love to hear from you.

About South Perth Hospital

South Perth Hospital is a boutique, not-for-profit private hospital with a proud 70-year history of providing personalised, high-quality healthcare to our community.

With five operating theatres, a broad range of medical and surgical specialties, and a dedicated multidisciplinary team, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional patient care in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Why Join Us?

We value our employees and offer a range of benefits, including:

- Flexible working hours and roster arrangements

- Competitive remuneration

- Generous salary packaging benefits

- Free onsite parking

- Convenient location close to Perth CBD

- Subsidised meals

- Friendly, professional and supportive team environment

- Access to education and professional development

- Comprehensive onboarding and training support.

About the Role

As an Admissions Clerk / Ward Clerk, you will be an important point of contact for patients, families, clinicians and staff,



helping ensure the smooth coordination of administrative and patient services.

Your key responsibilities will include:

- Coordinating patient pre-admissions, admissions, discharges and transfers

- Conducting health fund eligibility checks and supporting informed financial consent processes

- Maintaining accurate patient records and documentation

- Processing patient payments and associated administrative transactions

- Responding to enquiries from patients, families, clinicians and external providers

- Coordinating patient appointments and transport arrangements

- Providing administrative and clerical support across hospital departments as required.

About You

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in their work and thrives in a busy, team-oriented environment.

To be successful, you will have:

- Previous reception, customer service or administrative experience

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a friendly and professional approach

- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail

- Confidence using computer systems and performing data entry
- A flexible,



proactive approach and willingness to support colleagues across different areas of the hospital.

The following would be highly regarded:

- Previous experience in a hospital or medical workplace

- Understanding of private health insurance, health fund tables and informed financial consent

- Experience managing health records and confidential patient information

- Familiarity with patient administration systems and databases.

For the full Form, please visit www.sph.org.au.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about providing excellent service and would like to be part of a supportive hospital team, we encourage you to apply.

Applications must be submitted online via SEEK using the Apply button and include:

- A cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role
- A current CV.

Applicants will be asked to provide two work-related referees during the recruitment process.

Important Information

Successful applicants must provide a Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance (valid within last 12 months) and evidence of COVID-19 vaccinations and other immunisation requirements that comply with current government health directives.

Enquiries

Mrs Patricia Dervan

Manager Reception and Admissions

(08) 9367 02/ @sph.org.au

Closing Date

9am, Wednesday 11 November 2026

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. South Perth Hospital reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate prior to the closing date.

📌 Admissions Clerk / Ward Clerk (South Perth)
🏢 South Perth Hospital
📍 South Perth