Apply now Job no: JR109124
Work type: Permanent
Location: Wollongong Private Hospital
Categories: Administration/Support Services
Ward Clerk- Cardiology & Cardiothoracic ward
Join us and we will:
* Value your strengths
* Support you to learn and grow
About The Role
We are a busy Cardiology and Cardiothoracic unit within Wollongong Private Hospital. It consists of 24 beds and has high admission and discharge turnaround. The role consists of admitting and discharging patients through our systems, organising patient files, the collection of cardiothoracic data for the national database, and working closely with all members of the medical and nursing team.
We require the services of a ward clerk for its day‑to‑day running.
* Admitting patients onto MediTech, collecting and collating data for the cardiothoracic service and organising patient files.
* Admission and discharge processes to ensure appropriate bed management and utilisation.
* Managing incoming and outgoing calls to the ward.
* Providing timely and accurate information to queries from patients, visitors and other staff and departments.
* Working alongside medical staff, colleagues, patients and visitors to ensure a smooth hospital experience for patients.
* Compiling and managing patient admission papers and clinical notes.
Your Skills and Experiences
* Excellent communication skills with a strong customer‑service focus.
* High level time‑management and organisational skills.
* Medical terminology highly regarded.
* A professional and personable disposition.
* Ability to work within a team environment and multitask.
* Strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail.
* Willingness to learn and the ability to grasp concepts with ease.
Remunerations
On offer is an hourly salary ranging from $26.68 - $36.40 + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances.
What’s in it for you?
Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programmes. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.
Discounts: Ramsay Rewards – access great deals at over 100 major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts – you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.
Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.
Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities (e.g., airport lounge membership, self‑education expenses, novated leasing and more).
Please note casual employees may not be eligible for all benefits.
About Us
Wollongong Private Hospital is a 171‑bed private hospital operated by Australia's largest private hospital operator, Ramsay Health Care, located in the heart of Wollongong’s Medical Precinct. It features state‑of‑the‑art equipment, facilities and patient services setting a benchmark for healthcare facilities in the Illawarra. The hospital provides all major services including an intensive care unit, ten operating theatres, cardiac and vascular labs and an endoscopy suite. Surgical specialties include Cardiothoracic, Orthopaedics, Neurosurgery, interventional cardiology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Bariatric, Head and Neck, Gynaecological, Urology, Colorectal, upper GI, General, Vascular and Plastics.
Located just 80 km south of Sydney, Wollongong is a major metropolitan hub on the NSW coast. While enjoying all the services of a major city, residents also enjoy a relaxed beach lifestyle in this beautiful coastal location.
The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high‑quality patient care and practicing the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.
Requirements
* Provide or complete a National Police Check (conducted within the last 12 months).
* According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working‑With‑Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.
To Apply
All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.
Advertised: 15 Jan 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 12 Feb 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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