Improving the health of our community
Ararat Campus
Girdlestone St, Ararat 3377
Willaura Campus
Delacombe Way, Willaura 3379
Ward Clerk
We are seeking suitably skilled applicants to work in 70 Lowe Street as a Ward Clerk to perform duties of a clerical nature to assist in the efficient functioning of the facility. This is a part time position, 18 hours per week.
About Us
East Grampians Health Service is based in Ararat and Willaura (Regional Victoria) and takes its name from the magnificent mountain range that provides a backdrop to both townships. We are committed to providing quality care and services that meet the needs of the community, whilst continuously striving for improvement and aiming to lead the way in provision of health related services.
70 Lowe Street is a 45 bed residential aged care facility. Our aged care services focus on the individual, their family, friends and community, Individualised care is assured by identifying the Residents personal preferences and interest in all areas across the social and clinical spectrum. We have adopted the Montessori environment approach to provide purpose and stimulation through everyday activities. This approach supports our residents to live their lives to the fullest and make the most of the services we have to offer.
What we Offer
- Regional Lifestyle – explore our region
- A variety of employee benefits
- Ongoing professional development and career opportunities
About the Role
Duties involved in this position are general administrative tasks including but not exclusive to:
- Reception duties to internal and external customers/residents
- Acknowledge visitors upon their arrival into the department ensuring they comply with sign in and infection control guidelines
- Complete COVID screening for visitors to the facility
- Assisting with the administration of staff rosters
- Arrange staff meetings and record minutes, and circulation of all minutes in a timely manner to all staff
- Assist with reporting of audits and continuous improvements
- Liaise with Medical Records personnel as required
- Scanning of documents into Clinical Manager
About You
- Applicants will need to have a mature attitude, flexible approach, eye for detail, excellent IT skills and customer focus.
- Familiarity with medical terminology in an administration or clinical position is an advantage.
Reliability and flexibility to work shifts in a 7 day a week roster is a key part of this role which includes weekends.
Appointment is subject to immunisation clearance (Including COVID-19) and current and satisfactory Employment Checks (Police and Working With Children Checks).
For more information please contact Christine Jordan, Nurse Unit Manager on (03) 535-29323.
The Position Description can be viewed and downloaded by selecting ‘Position Description’ below.
To apply please select ‘Apply online’ and complete as requested.
Please ensure you address the selection criteria, attach an up to date resume including two business referees by close of business 15 September 2024.
East Grampians Health Service is an equal opportunity employer.
Eligibility and the Right to Work in Australia
(Right to work is a legal requirement for obtaining employment in Australia. Evidence of your right to work is usually provided by identity documents such as a Vias, an Australian or New Zealand Passport, Australian birth certificate, Australian citizenship certificate or confirmation of your permanent resident status.)