Ward Clerk

  • Part-time
  • Hospital/Service: Epworth Freemasons

Company Description

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters

Job Description

Working on the Post Natal Ward, based in East Melbourne (Victoria Parade), you will be responsible for providing administrative support to ensure efficient ward operations and excellence in customer service to all patients, visitors, medical staff and unit staff. 

This is a permanent part-time role working in Epworth Maternity Services, 2 days a week.

You will make an impact by:

  • Greeting and directing visitors to the ward
  • Admissions and discharges
  • Managing phone calls and enquiries
  • Liaising with all areas of the healthcare team and key external stakeholders including the treating teams, support services and referrers
  • Being available at short notice to work weekdays

To be successful in this role…
Your well-developed customer service and general people skills see you adjust quickly and work effectively as part of any team that you join. Excellent with your time management and organisation skills, you have a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of your work.

You will have:

  • Previous administration experience (healthcare experience desirable)
  • Understanding of confidentiality and privacy requirements
  • A proactive approach and ‘can do’ attitude
  • Flexible approach to work schedules

Position Description       Inherent Requirements

Additional Information

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

  • Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
  • The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
  • Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
  • Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
  • Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to Make a Difference?

To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] or call (03) 9426 0606.

Please Note:  Applications are reviewed as received. Don’t wait—this role may be filled before the closing date.

Apply now… we’ve over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we’re ready to welcome yours!

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.

 

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