Ward Clerk NGA

PageUp People Limited; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Career growth opportunities

Flexible work options

Fitness discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation reimbursement

Job summary

Join CALHN as a Ward Clerk to manage patient flow, support admissions, and work closely with clinical teams for optimal care.

We're looking for someone with strong communication and organization skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word. Enjoy benefits like salary packaging, flexible work options, and support for wellbeing.

This role plays a key part in delivering great patient care while ensuring smooth ward operations.

Qualifications

• To thrive in this role, you’ll bring strong admin skills, a team focus, and a calm, helpful approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient admissions, transfers and discharges
• Support bed flow and ward admin
• Liaise with clinical, nursing and medical teams
• Coordinate with hospital departments and staff
• Maintain accurate, confidential records
• Train and support new Ward Clerks
• Assist with general and clinical patient care

Skills

Strong communication skills

Admin experience

Microsoft Word proficiency

Organisation skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Job description

Job no: 950448
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Western
Categories: Medical, Nursing/Midwifery

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
• Salary ASO-2 $66,442 - $69,504 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Full-time temporary up to 12 months

About CALHNAt Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN), We're shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research and innovation. As the largest health network in South Australia, CALHN plays a leading role in improving the health and wellbeing of our community by delivering safe, connected and high-quality healthcare. With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

At CALHN, every voice matters. We prioritise the safety of our staff and patients, and staying connected across teams to deliver a seamless patient journey through our Safe and Connected Operating Model .

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN .

About the Role

Join our team as a Ward Clerk and play a key role in keeping ward operations running smoothly. You’ll manage patient flow, support admissions, transfers and discharges, and work closely with clinical teams to help deliver great patient care.

• Manage patient admissions, transfers and discharges
• Support bed flow and ward admin
• Liaise with clinical, nursing and medical teams
• Coordinate with hospital departments and staff
• Maintain accurate, confidential records
• Train and support new Ward Clerks
• Assist with general and clinical patient care

About You

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring strong admin skills, a team focus and a calm, helpful approach to patient care.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Admin experience in a busy, confidential setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and office systems
• Current keyboard assessment: 30 to 40 wpm, accurate
• Strong organisation, problem solving and customer service

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

• Make your money go further – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options

• Grow your career – build your skills and explore opportunities across CALHN
• Balance work and life – access flexible work options where available
• (delete for casuals) Support your wellbeing – enjoy leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
• Feel supported – confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• (If approved) Relocation reimbursement - up to $10,000 (eligible applicants)

Diversity & Inclusion

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

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