Alfred HealthAlfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.Ongoing AppointmentPart Time - 0.6 EFT - 48 hours per FNClassification: Managers and Administrative Worker Grade 1Located at CaulfieldThe DepartmentAlfred Health Outpatients Program is responsible for the overall delivery of a number of non-admitted or ambulatory services across the organisation, including Specialist Consulting Clinics, The Alfred Transit Lounge, GP Liaison and Specialist Clinic referrals and enquiries. The largest component of these is the Specialist Consulting Clinics which provide scheduled medical, nursing and allied health services to non-admitted patients at all three campuses. Approximately 1000 patients are treated daily across Alfred Health Specialist Consulting Clinics within surgical, medical and other specialties. These services include pre and post hospital admission and management of medical conditions, including chronic disease and complex health problems. These services are provided in conjunction with diagnostic services such as pathology and imaging. Patients are referred to outpatient services from a range of providers, including general practitioners (GPs), Specialists and clinicians in Emergency Departments, inpatient units and other areas of Alfred Health.The RoleThis position reports to the Administration Supervisor of the relevant work group. As part of the administration team for the Outpatient Program, the administration officer will effectively and efficiently perform a range of administrative, reception and clerical tasks to support and assist the day-to-day function of the clinics and health service. The role is responsible for ensuring that the service provides best customer outcomes and meets both internal and external, including government, reporting requirements. The administration officer ensures that an approachable, responsive and professional service is provided to patients, carers and health professionals. Responsibilities may include reception, patient enquiries, clinic preparation, electronic appointment scheduling, referral management, telephone support and data entry.Qualifications & Experience RequiredEssentialDemonstrated computer proficiency including MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Excel (foundational)Highly DesirablePrevious administration experience in a health settingDesirableUnderstanding and experience supporting MBS clinics in a similar settingUnderstanding of confidentiality and privacy legislationKnowledge of Cerner ProgramsTyping accuracy and speed of at least 40wpmUnderstanding of medical terminologyUnderstanding and experience of Medicare billing processesDemonstrated ability to plan work flow, prioritise and delegate in order to meet deadlinesBenefitsSalary PackagingDiscount Health InsuranceStaff ParkingClose Proximity to Public TransportAll enquiries to Suhanya Dassanayake via phone - 03 9076 6102Applications Close at 11.00 pm on Friday 03rd of January 2025Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department's risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au
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