Ward Clerk

In this part time, ward Clerk role based in Richmond, you will be responsible for first point of contact for patients being admitted to ward, meeting and greeting patient’s visitor, managing appointments and referrals, ensuring upkeep of patient files. You will be part of the 2 Bethesda Wing team and report to Nurse Unit Manger. Strong administrative and computer skills are a must in this role, the position is part time (2 shifts per week) allowing you to flex this position around your life commitments.

**You will make an impact by**:
Leading by example with excellent customer service, time management and an aptitude for a variety of systems and software such as IPM.

Building strong relationships with our consultants and patients and demonstrating the Epworth values

Providing support to a team of staff and the rehabilitation team through the adoption of a can-do attitude and role-up-your-sleeves approach.

**To be successful in this role**
You will be a quick learner; quick to think on your feet when faced with problems, and a multi-tasker, used to dealing with numerous tasks at any one time.
- Excellent communication skills both in person, written and on the telephone
- An empathetic, friendly and professional manner
- Relevant clerical experience and administrative skills
- Basic computer skills, including accurate keyboard skills
- A sense of ownership and accountability regarding the work you undertake
- Demonstrated team player with an ability to work as a team member in a multidisciplinary environment
- An ability to accept direction

Position Description Inherent Requirements

**Additional Information**:
At Epworth, it’s a community. It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

- Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status (and not available in the public sector) provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
- The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
- Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
- Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth

**At Epworth, we care.**

We care about our patients and we care about our people. We care about keeping everyone safe. We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers. And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities.

**Enquire / Apply**

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For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact Epworth Talent on (03) 9426 0606.
- As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you)._
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