Admissions Officer

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time, 32 hours per weekLocation: Campbelltown HospitalPosition Classification: Administration Officer Level 2Remuneration: $ $33.37 per hour

Requisition ID: REQ576847Application Close Date: 01/06/2025Interview Date Range: 04/06/2025 – 11/06/2025Contact Details: Melissa Killer – *** | **************

About the Opportunity We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Administration Officer to join our busy Surgical Bookings Department as an Admissions Officer. This is a multi-faceted position that offers a mix of responsibilities, including providing customer service at the front concierge, supporting direct admissions for the hospital and theatre wards, and assisting with surgical bookings by processing Recommendations for Admission (RFAs).

The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, particularly in data entry, as this is a large component of the role. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with both patients and staff are essential. Flexibility is important, as the successful applicant must be able to work a variety of shifts with start times ranging between 7:00 am and 8:00 pm. The position also includes rotational weekend shifts, typically four hours in duration.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive and collaborative team that plays a key role in the patient journey through surgical services. If you are organised, adaptable, and ready to contribute to a high-performing team, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll be DoingProviding a range of administrative support services to enable the team to achieve their objectives in a timely, reliable, patient focused and effective manner.

Where You'll Be Working

Campbelltown Hospital, located in the heart of the Macarthur region, is a leading tertiary hospital within the South Western Sydney Local Health District. This progressive hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care to the local community and beyond.

With state-of-the-art facilities and a dynamic, diverse team, Campbelltown Hospital offers a wide range of services, including cardiology, maternity, palliative care, respiratory medicine, emergency medicine, and aged-care services. The hospital also features specialised Mental Health and Cancer facilities, ensuring comprehensive care and support for patients.

The ongoing multi-million dollar redevelopment will further enhance the hospital's capabilities, introducing advanced equipment and amenities. The management team is committed to fostering a sociable, friendly, and vibrant environment where patient experience is paramount. They are approachable, innovative, and responsive to staff feedback, ensuring a supportive workplace culture.

Joining Campbelltown Hospital means becoming part of a community-focused team dedicated to excellence in healthcare. The hospital's emphasis on training and upskilling encourages staff to pursue learning and development opportunities, making it an exciting place to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the community.

How to ApplyTo be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application

1. Holds a Medical Terminology Certificate or relevant experience.
2. Demonstrated clerical experience with computer literacy including word processing.
3. Excellent communication & organisational skills with good interpersonal skills and willingness to function as part of a team.
4. Please elaborate on how your skills and experiences align with the role requirements, and highlight what you will bring to add value to the Surgical & Admissions Bookings team.
5. Highlight the main factors driving your interest in this position and express what aspects of joining the Surgical & Admissions Bookings team motivates you the most?

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Additional Information

Salary Packaging South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details Health & FitnessSouth Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport

Transforming Your Experience Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI community to apply.

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