Ward Clerk - Maternity Ward at Healthscope

North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical administration, Customer service, Record management, Patient paperwork, Medical terminology, Communication, Data entry, Administrative support, Scheduling, Referral management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Ashford Hospital - Ward Clerk Maternity Ward Fixed-Term 12-Month Contract @ 0.4 FTE (2 days per week) Generous salary packaging opportunities We are seeking to recruit a motivated and dynamic Administrator for the position of Ward Clerk at Ashford Hospital. If you are passionate about providing service excellence and patient care, with proven ability in flexibility, compassion and initiative, we want to hear from you. The position will be based in our Maternity Ward, with a supportive management team and an opportunity to enter Healthcare Administration. You will be responsible for providing customer service and support to patients, clinical staff and the Nurse Unit Manager. This opportunity brings a dynamic exposure to a diverse clinical setting within the private hospital community. There has never been a better time to join ACHA Health with an exciting new increased cap in salary sacrifice. About the role: Answer and re-direct calls whilst maintaining a positive and professional manner Prepare and complete patient paperwork and medical records Maintain accurate and effective record management systems webPAS Inpatient & Outpatient Clinics K2 Births, Deaths & Marriages Liaise with clinical and non-clinical staff from within the Hospital and Specialists rooms Arrange follow-up appointments and referrals for patients Antenatal Education, New Born Support and Post Natal Care Support the Nurse Unit Manager with daily operations in an administrative capacity Complete other clerical tasks as required ACHA Health offers: Increased take-home pay with access to salary sacrifice, enabling you to pay less tax on your income Friendly, inclusive workplace culture and supportive management team Ongoing training & professional development opportunities, access to paid study leave Flexible working arrangements for work-life balance by negotiation Employee benefits including – discounted gym memberships, private health insurance and access to free Employee Assistance Program. As well as employee counselling, you also have access to full services, including but not limited to, nutrition and lifestyle, financial coaching and family counselling A supportive team environment, working alongside passionate & dedicated professionals A valued member of a cohesive private hospital community A passion for excellence - be part of delivering a private experience for patients, doctors and staff You can expect integrity, transparency, accountability, loyalty and respect in relationships About you: Ability to work 2 days per week across Monday to Friday (12-month contract) Ability to cover leave if required Knowledge of Medical terminology desirable, not required Medical administration experience desirable, not required About us: Adelaide Community Healthcare Alliance Incorporated, known as ACHA Health, is one of the largest private not-for-profit hospital groups in South Australia. ACHA Health comprises Ashford Hospital, Flinders Private Hospital and The Memorial Hospital. Ashford Hospital offers a range of specialties including cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, general surgery, general medicine, gynaecology and maternity, oncology, orthopaedics, urology and vascular surgery. Ashford Hospital has 9 operating theatres, 1 procedure room, 2 angiography labs, an emergency department, maternity services, 24/7 cardiac emergency centre and a 24-bed level 3 critical care unit. Ashford Hospital is committed to continual growth, providing exciting opportunities and professional career pathways in healthcare. To Apply: We look forward to receiving your application. Please click on the ‘Apply’ button to access our online application form. You will need an up-to-date resume and a cover letter to complete your application. Please note, applications sent via email will not be considered. Applications Close: COB Tuesday 5 May 2026 Enquiries only: Pamela Inaldo, Administration Team Leader, Ashford Hospital, E Pamela.Inaldo@acha.org.au

Responsibilities

The Ward Clerk will provide administrative support to the maternity ward, including managing patient records, scheduling appointments, and liaising with clinical staff. They are responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and assisting the Nurse Unit Manager with daily operational tasks.