- Job no: 66211
- Category: Administration, Administration & Office Support
Alfred Health
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
- Alfred Health Outpatients Program
- Casual position
- Classification code: HS1
- Alfred location
- Staff benefits
Department Description
Alfred Health Outpatients Program is responsible for the overall delivery of a number of non-admitted or ambulatory services across the organisation, including Specialist Consulting Clinics, The Alfred Transit Lounge, GP Liaison and Specialist Clinic referrals and enquiries. The largest component of these is the Specialist Consulting Clinics which provide scheduled medical, nursing and allied health services to non-admitted patients at all three campuses. Approximately 1000 patients are treated daily across Alfred Health Specialist Consulting Clinics within surgical, medical and other specialties.
Position
This position reports to the Administration Supervisor of the relevant work group. As part of the administration team for the Outpatient Program the administration officer will effectively and efficiently perform a range of administrative, reception and clerical tasks to support and assist the day to day function of the clinics and health service. The role is responsible for ensuring that the service provides best customer outcomes and meets both internal and external, including government, reporting requirements. The administration officer ensures that an approachable, responsive and professional service is provided to patients, carers and health professionals. Responsibilities may include reception, patient enquiries, clinic preparation, electronic appointment scheduling, referral management, and telephone support and data entry.
Key Selection Criteria
Essential
- Demonstrated computer proficiency including MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Excel (foundational)
Desirable
- Understanding of confidentiality and privacy legislation
- Typing accuracy and speed of at least 40wpm
- Understanding of Medical terminology
- Understanding of Medicare billing processes
- Ability to plan work flow, prioritise and delegate in order to meet deadlines
BENEFITS
- Salary packaging
- Discounted car parking
If you have any queries regarding the role, please contact Shannon Jones 0438 532 727
Applications Close: 11pm AEST, Thursday 28th September 2023
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au
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