Administration Assistant

• Progress with purpose at one of Australia’s largest health care providers
• Get ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environment

About the role
An exciting administration opportunity exists for a varied and interesting role suited to a flexible person to work on a casual basis. Hours and days will be varied depending on the area. Week days are often 0800-1600, evenings are 1415-2000 and weekends range between the hours of 0800-2000

In consultation with the Administration Manager or Supervisor, the Patient Administration Officer is responsible for meeting the customer service and administrative needs of the department and ensuring an efficient and friendly service is provided to patients and the hospital.

We require someone who can multi-task effectively in a challenging and busy environment. You need to be able to work autonomously and as part of a team whilst communicating effectively to ensure the work flow of the department is met. Main duties include, but are not limited to: reception, receipting payments, admissions, discharges, private health insurance checks, booking and updating patient records, and general clerical duties as well as possibility of ward clerk support.

A high standard of customer service is expected at all times incorporating Calvary’s Mission and Values; Hospitality, Healing, Stewardship and Respect. The successful applicant will be expected to work across both St Vincent’s and St Luke’s hospital sites.

 
Your main duties will include:

• Provide general clerical support to reception, booking, finance, debtors, billing and estimation teams
• Data entry
• Provide general assistance to patients and visitors

About you

• A desire to join a team committed to others in a mission based organisation
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills
• High level of proficiency in PC applications with accurate keyboard skills
• High degree of initiative and self-motivation in working autonomously and as part of a team
• Demonstrated time management and prioritisation skills
• An understanding of commitment to patient confidentiality

For further information please contact Janette Stephens, Patient Administration Manager on [email protected]
 
Why work for Calvary?
 
At Calvary, our staff matter. 
 
Join our team, learn with purpose and drive positive impact in one of Australia’s largest healthcare providers across Public and Private Hospitals, Residential Aged Care and Home Care. 
 
With over 130 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.
 
Your benefits: 

• NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships 
• Paid parental leave 
• Training, development pathways and career opportunities
• Flexible hours that make sense for you

 
Apply now to start your career in an organisation that is making a positive difference in the community.
 
Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role
• Calvary has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirement for all workers. You will also be required to provide evidence of other immunisation as required for your role.