Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

• Permanent Full Time 
• Wellington House, Box Hill
• On-going training and support will be offered

Turning Point & Eastern Health

Turning Point is a national treatment, research and education centre that provides leadership in the alcohol and drug, gambling and mental health sectors in Victoria and beyond. Combining innovative research in the clinical, population health and policy fields, with service innovation, surveillance, system enhancements, capacity building and specialist support, Turning Point assists services, communities and the Victorian government to respond to current and emerging alcohol and drug and gambling issues.

Turning Point is part of Eastern Health, the largest public health provider in the eastern suburbs, providing a comprehensive range of high quality acute, sub-acute, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care and community health services.

About the role

Turning Point Addiction Medicine Unit (Detox unit) is looking for a vibrant and agile person to fill the position of an Administrative Assistant/receptionist at Wellington House, a detox unit in Box Hill. The role will be responsible for providing a courteous and professional receptionist response to all phone call enquiries and visitors to Turning Point Addiction Medicine Unit and for the provision of general administrative services. The emphasis of the working environment is one of teamwork and the position will include participation in a multi-disciplinary environment.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Awareness of privacy and confidentiality, individual and organisational responsibility within a health service;
• Familiarity with all computer software packages used within an administrative role e.g. Microsoft office - Word, PowerPoint, Excel etc.,
• Excellent understanding of customer service and a commitment to effectively meet and their needs in a helpful and professional manner
• Working knowledge of public hospital data bases
• Qualification in office administration
• An ability to work as part of a diverse team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Awareness of privacy and confidentiality, individual and organisational responsibility within a health service;

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals
• Applications will be screened upon receipt

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note: 

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.

Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**