This position is based in Rockhampton.

Seeking two Administration Officers for the Paediatric Unit within Rockhampton Hospital. In this role you will assist with inquiries, support staff, patients and visitors in a hospital setting and coordinate patient movements to streamline care delivery and enhance efficiency.

Apply now to embark on an exciting administration career with CQ Health!

Job details

About us:

Rockhampton Hospital, a 305-bed facility and Central Queensland's main referral center, offers integrated cancer care with modern equipment. It receives patients from regional hospitals like Gladstone, Emerald, Yeppoon, and Biloela for specialized treatment. The hospital collaborates with universities for medical and nursing education, emphasizing local workforce development through registrar training and partnerships. Specialty services include Emergency Medicine, Cardiology, Psychiatry, and Surgery, supplemented by visiting tertiary hospital services.

About the role:

• Respond to inquiries and assist staff, patients, and visitors to ensure smooth service delivery in a hospital. Support nursing and medical teams by coordinating patient movements, optimizing patient flow throughout the facility.
• Assist with patient discharges and transfers through timely coordination of all required paperwork, transport and updating of hospital information systems.
• Coordinate and schedule appointments and use computer-based systems with expertise for data entry, word processing and spreadsheets where required.
• Prioritise workload effectively and perform duties responsibly in the absence of supervision.

About you:

• Exceptional organisation and prioritisation skills and the ability to work autonomously in a self directed manner while contributing to patient flow.
• Proficiency in the application of computerised information systems and applications including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Knowledge or the ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of basic medical terminology to extract and interpret pertinent information from patient medical records and hospital information systems.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $47,405 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $37.68 - $41.90 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Education Opportunities – Study and Research
• Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK4G575828.

Applications close: Wednesday, 17 July 2024.

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

This position will be filled in accordance with Queensland Public Health Sector (QUEENSLAND HEALTH) CERTIFIED AGREEMENT (No. 11) 2022. Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Information for Applicants (PDF, 312KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  RK4G575828 Administration Officer (Paediatrics) (PDF, 746KB)
  Role Description