Clerk

**Receptionist and Administration Officer** **_ Permanent Part Time opportunities available_** **About the Role** - At Strathfield Private Hospital we provide support and assistance to the administrative and clinical teams, patients, and relatives by coordinating the clerical requirements for patients from admission to discharge. - The reception duties allocated could vary each day depending on the shifts. - This position will involve a flexible 7-day rotating roster where some early morning, evening and weekend work is required. **Some of the daily tasks will include**: - Attend to the switchboard in a timely, proficient and friendly manner and be able to direct calls to the appropriate department - Attend to the reception desk, directing patient and visitors and handling enquiries - Attend to admissions and discharging of patients - Provide timely and accurate information in response to enquiries from visitors and other customers - Photocopying, scanning and printing out correspondence, reports and other documentation - General clerical, administration, data entry and other duties as required and as directed **About You** - To be successful in this role you will be a positive and effective team player with the ability to work independently when required. - You will bring your strong customer services, interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience in excellent communication both verbal and written. - You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be able to manage your time effectively to meet your responsibilities. **_Essential Criteria_** - Computer literacy including competent keyboard and Microsoft Office skills. - Able to complete tasks within designated timeframes. - Working knowledge of medical terminology. - Flexibility to work a rotating roster Monday to Sunday. **_Desirable Criteria_** - Certificate in Medical Terminology - Previous experience in an administrative / reception role - Experience in a Hospital mainframe systems e.g. Meditech - Flexibility and Adaptability. - Relevant health services experience. **About the Organisation** Strathfield Private Hospital has been servicing the community of Sydney’s inner west for over 30 years and is owned by global hospital group Ramsay Health Care. We cater for a broad range of health care needs from day surgery procedures to highly complex surgery. Our facilities encompass 84 beds, 7 operating theatres, 1 endoscopy suite, 1 cardiac catheterisation lab, a 10 bed Intensive Care Unit and a Day Surgery Unit. We also have onsite radiology, pathology, café and specialist consulting suites. The Hospital is operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with 72 Australian sites employing over 30,000 people. Ramsay focuses on maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety, being an employer of choice, and operating its business according to The Ramsay Way philosophy: "**_People Caring for People_**". **Benefits of working with Ramsay include**: - Flexible work practices to best match your work/life balance - Professional Development - Grow your career across our national network - Flexible work practices to ensure we can support each employee’s unique work-life balance - Industry discounts across private health insurance, retail services, financial services and more. **Requirements**: Everyone who joins Ramsay: - Must be **vaccinated against Covid-19** by a vaccine approved by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation - Must provide a **National Police** check conducted within the previous 12 months - According to the role, Ramsay may require a **Working-With-Children **check and **proof of immunisation** against infectious diseases. **How to Apply