Ward Clerk (Weekends and public holidays)

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Ward Clerk (Weekends and public holidays) Employment Type: Casual Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 2 Remuneration: $52,950.81 - $54,813.59 Requisition ID: REQ54944 Where you'll be working Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is responsible for providing primary and secondary health care for people living in the Auburn, Blacktown, and The Hills Shire, Holroyd and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs) and tertiary care to residents of the Greater Western Region. We are committed to our vision of 'better health services for the people of western Sydney and beyond' and to the delivery of health care or related services in line with our core values of collaboration, openness, respect and empowerment. What you'll be doing Applications are invited for the position of Ward Clerk/Administration Officer for the busy Ward Clerk Support Team at Westmead Hospital. This is a casual position and encompasses working between the hours of 8.00am to 4.30pm from Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays. The occasional Monday and/or Friday from 07.30am to 4.00pm may be required. The position requires a highly organised and self-motivated person who can capably manage a diverse range of clerical duties at ward level. A demonstrated ability to work independently and with flexibility within a team environment is required whilst providing support to the Medical, Nursing and Allied Health Professionals. Responsibilities include reception of patients, relatives and staff, answering telephone enquiries, maintaining filing and patient records, data entry, making appointments and assisting the Nursing Unit Manager/Team Leader with administrative and clerical duties. The Ward Clerk records essential patient data related to patient admission/transfers and discharge transactions, including patient file management. All tasks are essential to accurate billing of patient medical history. Maintains the tidiness of the Ward / Unit reception area. Maintain supply of stationary under the direction of the Nursing Unit Manager (NUM). Works collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary health team in the planning and implementation of clerical systems within the unit. Ensures optimal outcomes for patients and clients of the service through the promotion of best practice. People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit: http://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. *Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability* Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for casual employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa. Essential Criteria: Vaccination: Category A Checks: Working with Children Check and National Check Selection Criteria: Proven extensive clerical experience in an office support role. Demonstrate extensive receptionist/customer service skills. Demonstrated excellent clerical organisational and time management skills. Demonstrated effective communication skills - verbal and written, with strong attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team situation. Competent computer skills in a Windows based environment and a knowledge of databases. Demonstrated ability to adapt to flexible work practices Need more information? For role related queries or questions contact Patricia Zaubzer on 02 8890 7155 Applications Close: 26th July 2018