Ward Clerk - Ward 7 West

Alfred HealthAlfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services. On 1 January 2026, Alfred Health will come together with Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service to create Bayside Health, a newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians. The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1 January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health.Fixed-term until End November 2026Full time, 80 hours per f/n + ADO, Monday-Friday shifts 0730-1600Grade 1 AdministratorThe Alfred Hospital locationGreat staff benefits!About UsWard 7 West is a 36-bed ward caring for patients admitted under the Infectious Diseases, Gastroenterology and Palliaitive Care units. Our unit prides itself on interdisciplinary teamwork, and values the integral role our ward clerk plays in ensuring our patients receive timely, quality care. Previous ward clerk experience essential.About The RoleResponsible for the coordination of communication, patient services and clerical functions as directed by the Nurse Manager of designated ward or department. Word Processing (as applicable)Facilitate communication within the wardArrange and coordinate patient servicesClerical DutiesPromote and maintain good customer relations with patients, visitors, and other hospital personnel.If necessary to be away from desk area, ensure the registered nurse in charge of the ward is notified.Be aware of role during emergency procedures.Ensure patient confidentiality is maintained at all timesKey role in ensuring communication reaches patientsBenefitsGenerous salary packaging and novated leasing are available through MaxxiaOnsite child care services, a payroll deductible expenseOnsite staff gym, a payroll deductible expenseModern onsite library facilities, exclusive to Alfred Health staffAccess to health and wellbeing incentivesDiscounted health insurancePlease contact Cecilia Torney with enquiries regarding this position on 9076 3672Applications Close: 11pm AEST, Wednesday 10th December 2025We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au