Admissions Clerk Sydney Private Hospital location Sydney.

About the Hospital The Sydney Private Hospital comprises of 4 Main theatres, Eye Theatres, 90 Clinical Beds, day only rehabilitation program, hydrotherapy. Specialties include orthopaedics, ophthalmology, general, bariatric, urology and plastic surgery. Located in the heart of Ashfield, Sydney, the hospital is surrounded by leafy gardens, several heritage buildings and is 10 minutes away from the CBD. The Hospital is well positioned for public transport by both bus and train lines with free on-site parking for staff.

About the role & duties we are seeking a highly motivated staff members to be a part of our established Administration team. Supporting and reporting to the Administration Manager you will be results driven and understand the importance of accurate admission of patients.

Duties front desk customer service. Patients’ admissions/discharges. Daily reporting of inpatient and day patient beds. Liaising with health funds re patient’s accounts. Taking payments, receipting payments. Liaising with surgeon’s rooms. Coordinating the theatre list with surgeons’ rooms and bed manager. General administrative duties.

Essential skills & experience highly professional phone manner and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Experience in hospital’s admissions bookings and knowledge of pre-admissions’ policy. Demonstrated ability to problem solve and initiate action.

Excellent time management and organisational skills. Well-developed computer skills including accurate data entry skills with good attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as a part of a collaborative team. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and other IT applications. Someone with previous theatre bookings experience. Experience dealing with all patient needs. Self-directed work approach. Experience handling large amounts of cash.

Desirable criteria experienced in the use of the Webpas patient management system. A sound knowledge of health fund eligibility and payment processes. Previous experience working in a Medical or Private Hospital billing department would be an advantage.