Hunter New England Local Health District REQ492825 We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and proactive Administration Officer to join our team! Cessnock District Hospital About the role: In this role you will provide a range of Administrative and Clerical support services to enable the Admissions Department to achieve their objectives in a timely, reliable and efficient manner. Tasks to be completed include, but are not limited to: Ensure that the waiting time and elective surgery policy is adhered to at all times. Ensure that timely and accurate maintenance of the elective surgery waiting lists at Cessnock District Hospital in accordance with the Ministry of Health (MoH) Waiting Time and Elective Surgery Policy. Provide accurate information/statistics to hospital and Department of Health information systems (iPM & Waiting List Collection On-Line System (WLCOS). Provide an effective, accurate and efficient quality admission booking service. Ensure all clerical procedures are completed in accordance with LHD policy and procedures. This position will involve a job-sharing arrangement. Working days will include every second Friday, however may involve additional days as well. Where you'll be working: Cessnock is located only a short distance away from the Hunter Valley vineyards and is the administrative centre of the City of Cessnock Local Government Area. It is a vibrant town, surrounded by countryside and full of affordable dinning and accommodation and home to the Cessnock District Hospital. It is a 64-bed facility that provides emergency, surgical and general medical care to the area's growing population. You will become part of an exceptional team where each member brings unique strengths and experiences, but what really sets us apart is how well we work together. We're like a close-knit family, always supporting each other and collaborating to give our patients the best care possible. Four (4) weeks annual leave for temporary and permanent employees (pro-rata if part time). Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members. Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals. Working for a highly regarded public health facility, where supporting the local community is at the forefront of our business strategy. The successful applicant will have ongoing training/education and support provided. About you: You will have excellent communication skills, including accurate spelling, good comprehension, good verbal skills and the ability to deal courteously with people at all levels. You will have computer/data entry experience, including use of databases and software for the management of waiting lists and patient administration. You will have previous clerical/administrative experience in a healthcare setting, including qualification (or equivalent experience) of medical terminology. You will have the capacity to work under broad supervision and to undertake a diverse range of tasks as an effective member of a team in a high-pressure, high-volume work environment. Additional information: An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Find out more about applying for this position Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp . This is a Category A position . Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via ****** or 1300 40 25 23. HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses. Connect with us on Facebook and LinkedIn ! Create and manage profiles for future opportunities.#J-18808-Ljbffr
