October 23, 2024

SA Health

Eyre Peninsula

PART TIME & FULL TIME

Medical Receptionist

Job no: 883000
Work type: Full time, Part time
Location: Eyre and Western
Categories: Administration and Clerical

Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Ceduna Family Medical Practice, Ceduna
Salary: $58,709 - $63,154 p.a (pro rata) - ASO2
Ongoing Full/Part Time - 1.4 FTE

Join Our Team as a Medical Receptionist!
As a vital member of our team, you’ll be accountable to the Medical Practice Coordinator for managing reception and administrative support at the Ceduna Family Medical Practice. You’ll play a crucial role in a multidisciplinary team, helping clients navigate the delivery of medical, allied, and primary health care services. Your expertise will ensure the timely provision of financial, administrative, clerical, and personnel services, making a real difference in our community’s health and well-being. Join us to enhance your skills and contribute to a supportive, dynamic environment!
Key Responsibilities:

Attend to client inquiries via phone and in person, providing assistance or referrals as needed.
Respond to incoming calls with accurate information.
Coordinate appointment bookings and make necessary referrals.
Greet and assist visitors, ensuring they are directed appropriately.
Build relationships with administrative colleagues and organizations.
Relay clear and accurate messages.
Execute emergency procedures according to policies and guidelines.

What We’re Looking For:

Proven experience with the Microsoft Office suite and strong knowledge of office and clerical procedures.
Demonstrated experience in file management and using administrative and database systems.
Knowledge of primary health care and community health principles, along with familiarity with Government Administrative Instructions, procedures, and relevant legislation.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment to achieve goals.

The Region
The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) covers almost 340,000 square kilometres of spectacular South Australia, supporting about 40,000 people living around Eyre Peninsula and the Far North of the state.
With its ancient outback landscapes and culture, boutique vineyards, renowned oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, the Eyre Peninsula and Far North offers a lifestyle that will inspire and energise you. The region enjoys a Mediterranean style climate so there’s plenty of opportunity to enjoy everything the region has to offer. From surfing and fishing to hiking and exploring the outback – create your best life, right here.
To find out more about working in Eyre and Far North LHN visit Eyre and Far North LHN | SA Health
Why Join Us

Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
Job security and inclusions: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation, allowances and leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
Relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
Work in a collaborative team that values your contributions and professional growth.

Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s)

DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances)
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 883000
Enquiries
Rebecca Elson
Acting Business Manager Medical Practices
Phone: 8628 2665
Email: rebecca.elson@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
Thursday 7th November 2024, 11:55PM
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Advertised: 24 Oct 2024 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 07 Nov 2024 Cen. Australia Daylight Time