October 23, 2024

Northern Sydney Local Health District

North Ryde

OTHER & FULL TIME

NSLHD ACAT Intake Administration

An exciting opportunity exists for Aged Care Assessment Teams (ACAT)….making a difference for older people.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3
Remuneration: $1,265.42 - $1,304.86 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ526537
Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives.
NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.
Where you'll be working
Macquarie Hospital

What you'll be doing
The primary purpose of the position is to provide administrative support and assessment scheduling functions for the Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT).

The Administrator is responsible for the provision of administrative and clerical services supporting efficient and effective delivery of assessments by the ACAT including updating client records with key service events.

The purpose of the ACAT is the assessment of the needs of frail elderly clients and their carers in public and private hospitals, in the community and in residential aged care facility (RACF) settings within NSLHD Local Government Areas;and organisation of support services, as appropriate.
People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background encouraged to apply.
Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:

Demonstrated computer skills including proficiency with email applications, e.g. Microsoft Outlook, with Microsoft Office and with patient record systems such as e MR Cerner CHOC.

Capacity to learn and utilise new electronic reporting systems such as the Commonwealth My Aged Care Assessor Portal systems and tools, as these are implemented.

Current NSW Drivers Licence

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For role related queries or questions contact Jason Neilen on Jason.Neilen@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 30 October 2024
Tentative Interview Dates: 5 November 2024