Clinical Assistant

Based in our Gippsland Clinics (Latrobe regional hospital, Warragal or Wonthaggi), an permanent opportunity exists for an Clinical Assistant to join our friendly and collaborative team. This opportunity is open to part time or full time hours, working Monday - Friday between 7:30am - 6:00pm. No prior experience is needed, but a background in healthcare is preferable.
Gippsland is home to some of Victoria's most spectacular national parks, be charmed by tiny towns, and indulge in gourmet fresh produce in Gippsland. Amble along Ninety Mile Beach, set up camp or set sail on the Gippsland Lakes. Visit the local galleries and studios, or at local cellar, boutique distilleries and renowned restaurants. North of the Latrobe Valley are several large lakes and the spectacular mountains of the Great Dividing Range including the snow resort of Mount Baw Baw.

**Key accountabilities include**:
Perform and assist with patient movement in the Medical Imaging service area, and the hospital when clinically required
Assist with general clinic tasks and other patients of the department in any manner as directed by technical/clerical/medical staff
Ensure Workplace Health and Safety legislation is complied with
Providing excellent customer service and patient care
Maintaining strong working relationships with patients, referrers, staff and managers

**What we're looking for**:
Basic ability to handle patient care with compassion and tact, ensuring the patients privacy, dignity and confidentiality is maintained
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact amiably and effectively with both the public and colleagues
Ability to function effectively as part of a diagnostic health team
Good time management and organisational skills
Ability to meet relevant VIC Health workplace requirements, including Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases

**What we can offer you**:
Internal growth opportunities within Australia's largest medical imaging network
Paid Parental Leave
Commitment to your health and well-being, including access to employee assistance programme
A range of employee benefits, such as discounted Health Insurance and more

How do you apply?
Due to training requirements and on the job support, and to ensure you have enough contact time to master your role, we prefer that you have no planned extended leave for the first 3 months in the role.