Medicare Officer

Description• Permanent fulltime opportunity - Salary $80,000 plus super and salary packaging
• Make a meaningful difference to the health of ACT and region's First Nations people
Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health & Community Services is Canberra's only Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service. Located in the heart of Canberra at our recently purpose-built clinic and offices in Narrabundah, we provide trusted holistic healthcare to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the ACT and surrounding areas.
This newly created role of Medicare Officer will play a key role in supporting the operations of the health service. Key responsibilities include:
Provide timely and accurate administration of MBS processesOptimise claims and returnsTrack related service patterns and provide reportsEnsure accurate financial recordsStay up-to-date with changes to the MBSHelp upskill other staffAssist with improvement in processes and systems.Skills and Qualities we are looking for:
Must have experience in MBS processes, preferably in a GP or Primary healthcare settingAttention to detailGood interpersonal and communication skillsCapacity to work effectively, positively and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.What we offer in return:
A supportive, friendly and professional teamAn organisation fully dedicated to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleSalary packaging (our not-for-profit status makes our employees eligible for an additional tax-free component which increases your take-home pay)Support for professional developmentCome and join our team! If you have any queries, please email Ric at
To apply, please provide a brief cover letter plus your CV through the link as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications as they come in.
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