Administration Support - Emergency Short Stay Unit

Embrace the fast-paced atmosphere of Maitland Hospital's Emergency Short Stay Unit and find your passion.Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3
Remuneration: $66,027.58 - $68,085.50 Per Annum + 11 % Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ495386
Applications Close: Monday, 8th July 2024Administration Officer - Emergency Short Stay Unit (ESSU)Wonnarua Country - Maitland HospitalWhilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.About the role:This newly established position offers a dynamic opportunity with a blend of developmental aspects and pivotal responsibilities aimed at optimising patient flow, ensuring data integrity, managing follow-up phone call data, and enhancing revenue processes. Key focuses include day-only certification and medical billing, making it a critical role in streamlining operational efficiencies and ensuring seamless healthcare service delivery.At Maitland Hospital, our commitment to excellence extends beyond patient care to encompass the growth and development of our staff. We firmly believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional advancement. Through comprehensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and access to cutting-edge resources, we empower our team members to reach their full potential and excel in their respective roles. Succession planning and career development is a key focus for this team and relief opportunities are frequently available through expression of interests.
This role will be supported by the Administration Manager and Emergency Nurse Unit Manager, our successful candidate will receive orientation be on the job and specialised technical training.Where you'll be working:The Emergency Short Stay Unit is co-located with Maitland Emergency Department. This is a new service at Maitland Hospital and is part of the Critical Care team. It is a small unit with 8 beds, however, to support the busy Emergency Department, there is a high flow through. The Maitland Hospital offers a comprehensive range of services including maternity, gynaecology, paediatrics and special care nursery, medical service and rehabilitation, surgery, orthopaedics and day surgery. We have a busy emergency department and an adult intensive care unit as well as mental health, dental, renal and diagnostic services onsite.Maitland Hospital has been built to provide patients with high quality care in a modern and comfortable environment and it embraces technology and innovation, allowing staff new, improved ways to work that will deliver better health outcomes.About you:

• You are open to continual quality improvement and is able to work independently.
• You are able to anticipate the needs of the department and have great attention to detail.
• You are willing to learn and are open to constructive feedback.

Benefits:

• There are a number of on site indoor and outdoor areas for break times and a chill out room is offered for staff for meal breaks to maintain staff wellbeing.
• Succession planning and career development is a key focus for this team
• Collaborate and celebrate special event such as NAIDOC Day, Administration Day, Biggest Morning Tea
• Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees)

Additional information:

• The hours of this role are Monday to Friday 09.00 – 17.30.
• This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

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for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Katie McFadyen on Katie.McFadyen@health.nsw.gov.auInformation for Applicants:Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: .This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.Connect with us on and !#AboriginalEmployment