Ward Clerk - Nursing & Midwifery and Patient Support Services at ACT Health

City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Aug, 26

Salary

84284.0

Posted On

11 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Administrative Support, Patient Coordination, Enquiry Management, Liaising, Organization, Reliability, Time Management, Healthcare Administration, Communication, Multitasking

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Classification: Administrative Service Officer 3 (PN 61764) Salary: $78,755 – $84,284 (Plus 12%25 Super) Location: The Canberra Hospital, Garran Section: Ward Clerks Closing Date: 25th May 2026 What can we offer you: • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital. • Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. • Flexible working conditions. • 12%25 Superannuation. • Access to Employee Assistance Program. • Access to discounted gym membership. • Access to onsite Physiotherapists. • Access to onsite cafes, staff cafeteria, pharmacy and gift shop. About the Role: The Ward Clerk is an important part of the hospital team, providing administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of ward services. As a key point of contact, you will manage enquiries, liaise with patients, families and hospital departments, and coordinate patient admissions, transfers and discharges, contributing to a well-organised and supportive ward environment. You will make a positive difference to patients and families by being approachable, kind, and responsive. To be successful in this role, you will be organised and reliable, with the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities. A flexible and practical approach is important to respond to the changing demands of the ward. Experience in a healthcare setting will be highly regarded, and the position offers a strong opportunity to further develop your administrative skills within a health service environment. This role operates on a 24/7 rotating roster, including day, evening and night shifts. For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description. Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: • Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. • Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy. To Apply: Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page response to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. ***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position*** Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website. Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. The new state-of-the-art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory’s history, delivers cutting-edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Yeshi Dorji at (02) 5124 3277 or at YeshiX.Dorji@act.gov.au. #LI-DNI

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of ward services. Manage enquiries and coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while liaising with families and hospital departments.