AddressPosition Summary
Personal Assistant to the Surgery and Anaesthetics Program
- Permanent Full Time, a monthly Accrued Day Off
- Based at Blackburn Public Surgical Centre but may include occasional travel to other sites
- Work close to home in one of Melbourne's outer eastern suburbs in a small, friendly team
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
As the Personal Assistant working at Blackburn you would provide high level administrative support to aid smooth and efficient running of tthe Blackburn site, as well as play a key part in supporting management and operation of the Surgery and Anaesthetics Program within Eastern Health.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- Extensive experience in the provision of high level administrative, secretarial and executive support services to senior executives, including the preparation of agendas, minutes and providing support to committees as required
- Ability to display initiative and to work independently as required.
- Highly developed planning and organisational skills with an ability to efficiently time manage self and to meet strict deadlines
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills both written and verbal
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products and moderate to high level understanding of multiple forms of technology
- A demonstrated ability and commitment to work as part of a team and share best practice
- Commitment to teamwork and maintaining confidentiality in all matters
- An ability to manage, review, develop and maintain office systems and procedures
- Highly developed interpersonal and leadership experience
- A strong commitment to high quality care
- The ability to work as part of a diverse team
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
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 manger 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.**
