Administrative Assistant - Care@Home Services

at  Eastern Health

Administration Assistant
Permanent full time position
Peter James Centre/Wantirna Health Care@Home Services
Community Rehabilitation - Angliss Hospital, Peter James Centre, Wantirna Health and Yarra Ranges Health
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
The role is primarily administrative with some customer service dealing with general enquiries.
There is a lot of data entry including managing client bookings and some reception duties.
You will be joining a team of dedicated administration assistants who work tirelessly to support clients and clinical staff who access ambulatory services. Work is based on teamwork and a collaborative mindset essential
You will have a choice of working on one of the campuses but can be asked to work across campuses if the need arise.
About you

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team .
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.
Contact Person
Kerrie Hair
Contact Number
(03) 9881 1842
Alternate Contact Person
Mandy Kirk
Alternate Contact Number
(03) 9764 6229
Closing Date
14/04/202

Medical Terminology (desirable)
Experience in administration roles essential (ideally in a healthcare setting)
Work closely with our rehabilitation teams and will work collaboratively with a diverse range of health professionals
Process excellent communication skills and have advanced customer service and interpersonal skills
Be a team player
Have the capacity to multi task and prioritise workload
Have an excellent eye for detail and enjoy contributing to a high standard of data entry and accuracy
Have demonstrated advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment .
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here !
Diverse and engaging career opportunities
Friendly & supportive team
Flexible working hours
Salary packaging options
Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!