Job Overview
The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network is seeking a motivated and dynamic Ward Clerk to join our team at Port Lincoln Health Service. This important role provides vital administrative support to medical and nursing staff, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional patient care.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide general reception duties, including answering calls, taking messages, and managing patient enquiries.
* Coordinate inpatient and outpatient appointments and assist with hospital transfers.
* Manage medical records, including admissions, discharges, and filing.
* Support nursing staff with administrative tasks such as ordering supplies, compiling reports, and managing patient information systems.
* Assist with travel and accommodation arrangements for staff as needed.
Requirements
* Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
* Strong time management and organisational skills.
* Ability to work as part of a team and adapt to changing priorities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Access), with a working knowledge of video conferencing.
* A commitment to confidentiality and maintaining professional standards.
* Previous experience in an administrative role is preferred.
* Knowledge of contemporary healthcare settings and relevant legislation.
* Excellent spelling, grammar, and attention to detail.
About Us
The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy. We provide a range of services including acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications.
Why Join Us
* Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community.
* Be supported both personally and professionally, with access to education and training opportunities.
* Enjoy flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
* Benefit from job security and inclusions, including annual salary and entitlements, superannuation and leave loading, and salary sacrifice benefits.
* Take advantage of relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 for people relocating for this opportunity.