Administration Officer-Transition Care

Administration Assistant – Transition Care Program

• Peter James Centre | Transition Care Program | Car parking available
• Great opportunity to work in public health | With a friendly and supportive team
• Permanent Part-time position | 3 days per week position | 8.30 to 5.00 pm | Monday – Friday

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is "Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts".

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the role

The Administrative Officer for the Transition Care Program provides high level administrative and clerical support to facilitate the smooth operation of Eastern Health's Transition Care Program. The Program Administration and Management team are based at the Peter James Centre site, but the TCP program operates in the community and at three residential sites.

The duties of the Administrative Officer include being the first point of contact for the Program, the management and maintenance of the current client list and client waiting list for both community and residential TCP beds.
The position provides clerical support to the Program Manager and works closely with their Administration colleague, Clinical Coordinators, the multidisciplinary Transition Care Program team members and the staff of the residential facilities from where the program operates.

About you

To be successful in this role you should possess:

• Experience in an Australian health care setting
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously.
• Flexibility with workdays/times
• Well-developed computer and keyboard skills including a good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Oracle and Outlook Programs and experience with health database systems.
• The ability to apply self to other computer programs and a track record of using initiative to improve systems, processes and procedures.
• Well-developed administrative/clerical and organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to collate, interpret and present data and the ability to demonstrate a high level of accuracy with data entry.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with a broad range of internal and external customers to effectively ensure their needs are attended to in a helpful and professional manner.
• Self-motivated with a demonstrated innovative approach to work practices and the ability to streamline and prioritise workload with the flexibility in moving between tasks at short notice.
• Previous experience in a health administrative/clerical position
• An understanding of medical terminology
• The successful applicant would be required to work 3 days per week.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here

The benefits of working for Eastern Health include:

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today

Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via the Eastern Health Success Factors
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manger listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.

Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**

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Our Values in Action:

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day