Administration Assistant - Emergency Department

• Part Time, Permanent Nightshift Contract
• 56 hours per fortnight

Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute, sub-acute, aged care and community services.

NHW have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Administration Assistants to join the Emergency Department, on permanent part time Nightshift contract.

We are looking for people with sound clerical and computer skills, excellent interpersonal skills and who have the ability to work independently in a busy environment to join our Emergency Department. The role incorporates data collection, entry and submission to the Department of Health and Human Services with sound knowledge of a variety of computer programs to work across both Emergency administration areas. The successful applicants must be competent in clinical and administrative settings and also be familiar with medical terminology and privacy principles. The ability to work as a team member is required.

Applicants will need to be able to work across a seven-day rotating nightshift roster, including weekends and public holidays.

NHW is currently undertaking a redevelopment which includes upgrading the Emergency Department to meet future demand and ensure shorter waiting times for patients needing urgent care, the redevelopment will also deliver an upgraded emergency department with additional treatment spaces. It is a very exciting time to be joining NHW, especially in our Emergency Department. 

Our Region:

• Wangaratta is a large regional centre located in Northeast Victoria, with an approximate population of 30,000 people.
• Wangaratta offers a diverse range of shopping, cafes, bars, galleries and art precinct.
• Wangaratta boasts great parks and gardens and scenic walking/hiking trails in our local area, including the majestic Mt. Buffalo.
• Located just 2.5 hours to Melbourne and approx. 2 hours from the snow fields.
• We are surrounded by world class Gourmet Food and Wine Region, including King Valley, Rutherglen, Glenrowan and Milawa Gourmet region.
• Check out our region at www.visitwangaratta.com.au/Home

The successful applicant will benefit from:

• Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits Available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
• 5 weeks annual leave and an addition week for any employee working 10 or more weekend shifts. There is also the option for full time employees to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish.
• Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.
• Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)
• Well being programs and discounted corporate gym membership
• Social Club Benefits
• Support for our diverse workforce

Applying for the role:

• Enquiries can be made with Rosalie Bennett on (03) 5722 5370
• Confirmation of full Covid-19 and Influenza Vaccination or an approved medical exemption is required upon application
• A PD for this role can be downloaded below or at www.northeasthealth.org.au/careers/jobs/
• Applications must address the key selection criteria from the PD
• Employment Statutory Declaration form must be submitted with your application
• To apply for this position hit Apply Now/Join Now or head over to our careers page at www.northeasthealth.org.au/careers/jobs/
• All additional documents can be uploaded within the application after filling in the key criteria
• Applications close Sunday, 18th February 2024

NHW do not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment companies