Epworth HealhCare is seeking a fixed term (6 months) casual (and likely to be on going) Allocations Officer based in Box Hill but may also be based at but not limited to Richmond. You will be responsible for coordinating casual, permanent pool and agency staff to fill vacant nursing & ward clerk shifts for Epworth Health. You will be part of our Central Resource Unit (CRU) and report to the CRU Manager.
The role consists of morning, afternoon and weekend work. We also operate on Public Holidays and the successful candidate may be required to work on such days.

You will make an impact by:

• Co-ordinating casual staffing to ensure shifts are filled in a timely manner to support the safe running of our wards and departments
• Liaising with clinical staff and hospital co-ordinators regarding staffing requirements
• Liaising with casual and permanent pool CRU staff regarding availability and bookings
• Liaising with external agencies when unable to fill vacant shifts with CRU staff
• Management of the electronic casual staffing systems (Shift match & MyRoster) including setting up and educating new staff on how to use the systems
• Providing administration support to the Central Resource Unit Manager

Comfortable working both autonomously and as part of a team, you are a natural communicator with strong customer service and negotiation skills and to build effective working relationships with your team, colleagues and key stakeholders. You have excellent time management, attention to detail, with the ability to “think outside the box” to problem-solve. Can manage multiple priorities and stay calm under pressure.