ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a Hospital Bookings Administrator to join our friendly and collaborative Theatre team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the smooth coordination of theatre and bed bookings across the hospital, supporting high-quality patient care and efficient operational flow.
Reporting to the Theatre Nurse Unit Manager, you will be the key point of contact between Specialists’ rooms, nursing staff and visiting medical officers, ensuring all bookings and patient information are accurate, timely and well-coordinated.
This is a permanent part-time position, working 36 hours per fortnight (2 days per week).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Build strong working relationships with Specialists’ rooms and key stakeholders
* Coordinate theatre and inpatient bed bookings across the hospital
* Liaise with nursing staff and Visiting Medical Officers to facilitate seamless patient care
* Accurately enter and manage patient data within the ePAS system
* Provide administrative support to the Theatre department
ABOUT YOU:
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills, experience and attributes:
* Medical terminology qualification and a strong understanding of surgical procedures
* Previous experience in healthcare administration or a similar role
* Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to build effective relationships
* Proven ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing demands
* High level of attention to detail and accuracy
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills
* A commitment to the iCARE values of integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence
ABOUT US
The Bays Healthcare Group is a not-for-profit, community-owned organisation that operates The Bays Hospital in Mornington, a Dialysis Unit in Hastings and the new Cancer Care Centre on Main Street.
We have served the Mornington Peninsula community for almost 90 years and have a reputation for providing exceptional, personalised and innovative healthcare.
We align ourselves with our ICARE values of integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence, and our patients are at the heart of everything we do and every decision we make.
THE BAYS BENEFITS
In addition to working for a local employer who can offer secure and flexible employment, The Bays has excellent benefits for employees including
* Be a part of a welcoming, supportive and friendly environment.
* Take advantage of the highest Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging benefits, reducing your taxable income up to $18,550 per year (details via Smart Salary).
* Enjoy free on-site parking.
* Access a wide range of confidential support services to assist with health, financial matters, career guidance and overall wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program.
* Complimentary influenza vaccinations offered annually to ensure you’re protected.
* Be rewarded $1000 for recommending a friend to join our team (conditions apply).
* Stay active with Fitness Passport – a great program that allows you access to local gyms, recreation centres and pools at a heavily discounted rate.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
* Satisfactory National Police Check
* Working with Children Check (Employee)
* Vaccination Status and compliance with the requirements as outlines in The Bays Healthcare Group’s Staff Health Policy
* Full working rights in Australia
HOW TO APPLY
To apply please submit a cover letter and current resume via SEEK or for enquiries please contact *******@thebays.com.au.
You can view the position description on our website and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that interviews may commence prior to the closing date.
Please note current and satisfactory police check is required prior to commencement. This role must meet the requirements of The Bays Staff Health policy.
The Bays Healthcare Group is unable to provide sponsorship and all candidates must have full working rights in Australia.
The Bays values diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals with disabilities.
We are dedicated to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care, and we proactively implement measures to protect them from abuse.