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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary ASO-2  $58,709 - $63,154 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time temporary up to 6 months

About the Role

Are you an organised and compassionate professional looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare? As a Ward Clerk, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our ward through exceptional administrative and reception support. You will be the central point of contact for patients, families, and clinical staff, managing admissions, transfers, and discharges with efficiency and care. Collaboration is at the heart of this role, as you'll work closely with nursing teams, provide guidance to new ward clerks, and maintain clear communication with other hospital departments. Your ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism will contribute to a supportive and patient-focused environment.

In this dynamic role, no two days are the same. From coordinating patient records to assisting with bed management and responding to enquiries, you'll be an essential part of the ward's daily operations. We're seeking someone with excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you're ready to join a dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding patient care, we’d love to hear from you. Take the next step in your healthcare career and become an integral part of our ward team today!

About You

We’re looking for a motivated and skilled professional who thrives in dynamic environments and is committed to delivering exceptional service. If you’re someone who excels in communication, problem-solving, and working both independently and collaboratively, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Requirements:

• Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Proven ability to interact effectively with patients, visitors, and team members, ensuring clear and professional communication in all situations.

• Organisational and Time Management Abilities: Demonstrated capacity to assess, prioritise, and manage multiple workloads while maintaining high standards under pressure.

• Technical Proficiency: Experience with Microsoft Word and other office software, along with strong numeracy, spelling, and grammar skills.

• Commitment to Excellence and Adaptability: A dedication to customer service, continuous improvement, and the ability to adapt to new processes and procedures confidently.

About CALHN

The Central Adelaide Local Health Network includes South’s Australia’s major quaternary facility, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and the Repat Health Precinct. We also deliver mental health services at Glenside Health Services and at a range of other locations across the metropolitan and regional areas.

We’re looking for talented staff to join us and help us to shape the future of health through world-class care and world-class research and achieve our vision of being in the top 50 health services in the world and top 5 in Australia.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: 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.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families. 
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites. 
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 891334

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm  Friday 17 January 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

 891334 RD Ward Clerk.pdf

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