Ward Clerk - Perioperative

Perioperative Services Clerk – Day Surgery/Theatre

Permanent part time, up to 48 hours per fortnight

Managers & Administrative Workers, Grade 1 (commencing at $27.75263 p/h, depending on experience)

(Junior rates apply to employees aged under 19 years)  

 

 

 

In this role you will be working closely with the Perioperative team to support a smooth and seamless process for all people having planned surgery at West Gippsland Healthcare Group. While this position will initially be responsible for completing the day-to-day administrative duties within or busy Day Surgery Unit the opportunity and training to work within the theatre suites will also be available.  

 

I am seeking a motivated, experienced and enthusiastic person with the following knowledge & skills to join our fantastic team; 

•           Exceptional time management & organisational skills.
•           Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
•           Thorough knowledge of IPM is highly desirable.
•           Well-developed written and verbal communication.
•           Accurate and efficient typing and data entry skills.
•           Strong customer service approach.
•           Meticulous attention to detail.
•           Ability to operate as part of a team or independently where required.
•           Ability to problem solve under pressure.

 

If this is you then I would welcome you to apply for this position. Further information is contained in the position description. 

 IMPORTANT: 

IMPORTANT: Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) will be required to be provided prior to commencement.

 

About our organization

The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is a customer focused health organisation providing acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, residential care and community health services to 45,000 people in the rural, urban residential, agricultural and industrial areas located within the Baw Baw Shire and beyond. The administrative headquarters are located at West Gippsland Hospital in Warragul, approximately 100kms east of Melbourne.

 

West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development
• Access to employee assistance program
• Salary packaging
• Free Parking

 

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police Record Clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.

 

Further details and how to apply

Applications are to be submitted by selecting 'Apply Now' and should include a current CV and cover letter. Responses to the selection criteria are recommended. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. If you have any further queries, please contact Elise Parry, NUM on 5623 0779 (🔒 Click to reveal email).

 

Applications close: 8 July 2026* (applications may close earlier)

* Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This position will remain open for a minimum of seven (7) days for internal advertised positions OR fourteen (14) days for externally advertised positions from the date of advertisement and may close earlier than the listed closing date if a suitable candidate/s are identified.

 

As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.

 

As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.