SA Health Job reference: 880408 Location: 5606 - PORT LINCOLN Job status: Short Term Contract Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Port Lincoln Health Service, Port Lincoln
Salary: $58,709 - $63,154 p.a - ASO2
Temporary Full Time (up to 31 December 2024)
Join Our Team as a Patient Services Officer
As a Patient Services Officer, you will play a vital role in streamlining the administration of an efficient patient management system. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate patient records through effective creation, storage, retention, and disposal of both medical and general records. Your attention to detail will help maintain the integrity of the information that supports patient care.
In addition to record management, you will contribute to the organization and maintenance of patient files, ensuring that all information is current and easily accessible. This critical task will help healthcare professionals provide timely and informed care to patients.
Furthermore, you will create a welcoming environment by providing friendly and efficient reception services to patients and visitors at the health unit. Your interpersonal skills will be essential in ensuring that everyone feels valued and supported during their visits, making a positive impact on their overall experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain an efficient patient management system by ensuring accurate data entry and adherence to reporting deadlines.
Contribute to the accurate maintenance and implementation of medical records for all patients and clients at Port Lincoln Health Services.
Assist in the creation, storage, retention, and confidential disposal of general and medical records, following State Records retention and disposal guidelines.
Provide an efficient and accurate typing service for Port Lincoln Health Services.
Ensure timely and organized filing of patient records.
Manage switchboard operations, including the use of the public address system as directed.
What We're Looking For:
Demonstrated experience using the Microsoft Office suite effectively.
Proven ability in file management and utilizing administrative and database systems.
Experience working collaboratively in a team environment to achieve common goals.
Understanding of Work Health and Safety legislation and principles.
Applicant Information
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s):
National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients).
Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances).
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 880408
Enquiries
Amanda Eliasson Phone: 7669 1016 Position: Manager Patient Services E-mail: ******
Application Closing Date
Thursday 31st October 2024, 11:55PM
Flexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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