Add expected salary to your profile for insightsEmergency / SSUManagers & Administrative Officers Grade 1 (commencing $27.75263, excluding allowances)(Junior rates apply to employees aged under 19 years)_____________________________________________________________________________________________West Gippsland Healthcare Group (WGHG) is seeking friendly, organised and motivated Ward Clerk''s to provide vital clerical and administrative support across our Emergency Department and Short Stay Unit on a casual basis (weekday/weekend). This role is suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and enjoys helping others.Casuals are employed on an as needs basis to backfill leave and extra shifts on days, nights and weekends. Casual positions do not include regular hours.As a Ward Clerk, you will be the first point of contact for patients, visitors and staff, handling reception duties, answering telephone enquiries, maintaining accurate patient records, and supporting the day-to-day operations of the ward. You will work closely with clinical staff to coordinate admissions, transfers and discharges, organise follow-up appointments, and ensure all documentation is handled with a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.This is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive team and make a real difference to patient care in your local community. Join WGHG and enjoy professional development opportunities, job stability, and a welcoming workplace culture.We are seeking motivated, experienced, skilled and enthusiastic people with the following knowledge and skills to join the team.Admin or reception experienceExcellent organisation and time managementAccurate data entry and typingGreat communication and customer serviceA professional, confidential approachAbility to work independently and in a teamFlexibility in a fast-paced environmentMedical terminology knowledgeCert III in Business Admin or similarExperience in healthcare settingsIf this is you, then we welcome your application! Further information is contained in the Position Description .IMPORTANT: Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) may be required prior to commencement.About our organizationThe West Gippsland Healthcare Group is a customer focused health organisation providing acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, residential care and community health services to 45,000 people in the rural, urban residential, agricultural and industrial areas located within the Baw Baw Shire and beyond. The administrative headquarters are located at West Gippsland Hospital in Warragul, approximately 100kms east of Melbourne.West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include:Flexible working arrangementsAccess to employee assistance programSalary packagingFree ParkingWorking with usAll appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police Record Clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.Further details and how to applyApplications must be submitted via seek.com.au and must include a current CV, response to the selection criteria and a covering letter. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. If you have any further queries, please contactSue Colby, Emergency Nurse Unit Manager on 5623 0846 .Applications close onSunday, 10 August 2025Please apply at your earliest convenience, shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date.___________________________________________________________________________________________As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchYour application will include the following questions:Have you completed a qualification in business? How many years'' experience do you have as a Ward Clerk? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have customer service experience? Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with? Do you have experience in administration? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? Under Government requirements, some roles in Healthcare settings must be seasonally vaccinated for influenza. Are you able to meet this requirement prior to commencement if you were the successful applicant? Can you provide details about your computer skills, including software proficiency and experience with relevant systems? Please detail your previous work experience/history that is relevant to this position?West Gippsland Healthcare Group provides acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, community and aged care services, primarily in the Shire of Baw Baw, approximately 100 kms east of Melbourne.West Gippsland Healthcare Group comprises a number of sites. They are Baw Baw Health and Community Care Centre, Community Services Centres in Warragul and Trafalgar, Cooinda Lodge Aged Care Residence, Rawson Community Health Centre, Andrews House Aged Care Residence, Warragul Linen Service and West Gippsland Hospital.Source: This is an extract from the company''s own website.About UsWest Gippsland Healthcare Group provides acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, community and aged care services, primarily in the Shire of Baw Baw, approximately 100 kms east of Melbourne.West Gippsland Healthcare Group comprises a number of sites. They are Baw Baw Health and Community Care Centre, Community Services Centres in Warragul and Trafalgar, Cooinda Lodge Aged Care Residence, Rawson Community Health Centre, Andrews House Aged Care Residence, Warragul Linen Service and West Gippsland Hospital.Source: This is an extract from the company''s own website.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Ward Clerk