Surgical Booking Officer (Admin Off Lvl 3) - Perm/Temp FT
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- REQ559266 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3
Remuneration:
Permanent Position: $68,338.79 - $70,468.72 per annum
Temporary Position: $1,309.71 - $1,350.53 per week
Requisition ID: REQ559266
Application Close Date: 23/03/2025
Interview Date Range: 26/03/2025 - 02/04/2025
Contact Details: Jamie Wheeler – 02 8738 3856 | Jamie.Wheeler@health.nsw.gov.au
About the Opportunity
We are seeking dynamic individuals to join our team that delivers exciting opportunities to improve the quality of life for our patients undergoing elective surgery. Time management, organisational skills and the ability to prioritise are essential skills required to meet the demands of the position.
What you'll be doing
The Waitlist Management Surgical Booking Officer is to provide ongoing development of booked elective and waiting time management practices which reflect the Health Service's current position and future direction.
This position is also responsible for providing accurate information on waiting times and lists to clinicians, administrators and patients in order to enhance the management of booked elective patients. It is the role of the department to provide time appropriate booking and allocation of all theatre lists in accordance with district and state required policies and Clinical Indicators.
Where You'll Be Working
Liverpool Hospital, founded in 1813, is the major health service for south-western Sydney, providing services to the local government area of Liverpool City Council as well as district services to residents and visitors in the area. It also provides a range of state-wide services in areas such as critical care and trauma, neonatal intensive care and brain injury rehabilitation.
The Hospital provides a health service of international standing, with 23 operating theatres, capacity for 877 beds, diagnostic and imaging services, emergency and trauma care, maternity, paediatric, cancer care, mental health, ambulatory care, allied health and medical and surgical services from birth to aged care.
Liverpool Hospital is currently undergoing a major redevelopment. The $790 million Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct (LHAP) project will provide enhanced facilities and an increased capacity to meet future significant population growth for South Western Sydney.
Liverpool Hospital is a principal referral and teaching Hospital of the UNSW Sydney and the Western Sydney University and also welcome students from over 20 universities and colleges.
Located in the heart of Liverpool City, the hospital is close to public transport, shopping centres and eateries.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Previous experience in hospital front line service and / or health care system, with demonstrated commitment to quality and patient focused service.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills including ability to communicate effectively with Medical officers, managers and staff both verbally and written.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and in a multidisciplinary team environment with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated ability in problem solving, decision making and negotiation skills in a high pressured busy and demanding environment.
- Proficient understanding and demonstrated use of Medical Terminology.
- Demonstrated computer literacy including proficient keyboard and data entry skills with accuracy and attention to details. Show an ability to maintain electronic and hard copy documents/databases.
- Knowledge of NSW Ministry of Health Policy and Procedures relating to Waitlist Management and proficient use of computerised Patient Administration Systems.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
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