Ward Clerk

Barwon Health; Geelong; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Employee wellbeing program

Professional development and training

Job summary

Barwon Health in Geelong is seeking a Maternity Services Ward Clerk to deliver consumer-focused administrative support across the Maternity Assessment Unit, Birth Suite, Postnatal Ward and Special Care Nursery. The role assists the multidisciplinary team by providing efficient and effective clerical support to ensure patients receive equitable access and high quality care throughout their journey.

Multiple Permanent Part Time Positions available, encompassing Morning and Afternoon shifts.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated administrative and clerical experience in a consumer-focused environment.
• Strong communication and computer skills; able to learn new systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and Barwon Health systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consumer-focused ward administration with accurate demographic information.
• Support ward operations, complete data entry and reporting, and contribute to audits and quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team, follow health records, information security and OHS requirements.

Skills

Administrative experience

Customer service

Strong communication

Tools

Medical terminology

Barwon Health systems

Job description

• Extend your career with one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia
• Ongoing training and professional development in a supported work and team environment
• Lifestyle! A stone throw from the Surf Coast, Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road

About the role

As the Maternity Services Ward Clerk you will be responsible for delivering consumer‑focused administrative support across the Maternity Assessment Unit, Birth Suite, Postnatal Ward and Special Care Nursery. The role assists the multidisciplinary team by providing efficient and effective clerical support to ensure patients receive equitable access and high quality care throughout their journey. Multiple Permanent Part Time Positions available, encompassing Morning and Afternoon shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver consumer-focused ward administration, providing prompt, accurate and equitable customer service while maintaining patient confidentiality, registration requirements and accurate demographic information
• Support safe and efficient ward operations, maintaining accurate patient journey and discharge information, completing data entry and reporting, and contributing to audits, quality improvement and workflow initiatives
• Work effectively within the multidisciplinary team, communicating professionally, complying with health records, information security and OHS requirements, completing mandatory training and modelling Barwon Health values and behaviours

What we’re looking for

• Demonstrated administrative and clerical experience with strong customer service skills in a challenging, consumer-focused environment
• Strong communication and computer skills, with the ability to learn new systems and programs; knowledge of medical terminology and Barwon Health systems is desirable
• Demonstrated flexibility and teamwork, with the ability to work rostered shifts across a 7-day roster and provide support across all Maternity Wards

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction

A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Attractive salary packaging benefits

Living expenses capped at $9,010

Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

Diversity and Inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at ************@barwonhealth.org.au

All appointments are subject to:

Satisfactory Police Record Check

Immunisation Status Clearance

Working with Children Check (if applicable)