Medical Receptionist and Clinical Assistant

CHRC

Garran, Canberra ACT

Medical Administration (Healthcare & Medical)

Full time

70,000 to 80,000 per year

Canberra Heart Rhythm is a specialised Cardiology clinic in Canberra, dedicated to patients with heart rhythm disorders.

We are looking for a hard-working professional for our busy specialist Medical practice in Canberra. We are a dynamic and enthusiastic group and are looking for a keen individual to join us. We are focused on both individual and team-based work, to provide excellent care to patients.

Overview of the position: The position is a full-time on-site position. The role is divided between reception and clinical assistant duties, the candidate will be trained in general cardiology/reception roles and basic cardiology investigations.

Appointment bookings and confirmations

Liaising with patients to coordinate appointments and procedures

Ensuring valid referrals and treating specialists are on file

Triaging medical requests and new referrals

Answering patient enquiries via email, fax and phone

Medicare, DVA, Bupa and 3rd party billing

Theatre bookings

Patient Satisfaction

Treatment coordination

Arranging procedural bookings, quotes and 1:1 care for patients

Clinical assistance to ECG, Stress test, BP monitor and assistance in clinic

Device clinic assistance

We are looking for someone driven and ambitious to join our team. We are looking to offer a long term, stable position to a person wishing to achieve in their career. Candidates are expected be autonomous in their work and take initiative to complete outlined tasks without supervision. The successful candidate will be working closely with a team of administrative staff to maintain high professionalism and service to the patients.

Career opportunities: The role has potential career growth and progression, with the opportunity to further skills and knowledge. We will be supportive of further opportunities to be involved in clinical research and allied health training. Training for those roles will be provided by the practice.

Working environment: Canberra Heart Rhythm is located in Garran, Canberra. You will work with all staff closely on a daily basis to complete shared roles, ensure continuity of patient care, follow protocols and provide patients with an enjoyable and memorable experience. The team is supportive and will assist in guiding your education and training to a point where you are comfortable to work independently.

We are looking for a happy and bubbly person to join our administration team. The administration team are the backbone to the practice and are vital in coordinating patient care. We are looking for a person who always approaches work with a positive attitude, are an enjoyable team member to be around and are always willing to help a fellow colleague.

Benefits: Stable hours

Job and roster flexibility (All leave according to NES)

Supportive working environment

Diverse and engaging career progression

Offering long term position

Annual leave loading to 17.5%.

2 week end of year shut down (Covers Christmas + New Year period)

Essential skills and qualifications required by applicants:

1. Proficient computer skills and experience with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)

2. Experience in using a medical software and Medicare billing

Minimum 2 years' experience with medical software systems and 1 year's experience with Medicare billing procedures are required.

3. Knowledge of Data entry for record keeping (Excel, Microsoft Access)

Desirable skills:

1. Work experience in a medical or allied health clinic.

2. Work experience of more than 3 years in administration desirable

3. Accounting or book-keeping experience

Essential qualities and characteristics:

1. Confident and professional communication both face-to-face and over the phone

2. Reliability and initiative

3. Understands the need for a high level of confidentiality and maturity

4. Great time management and organisational skills

5. Meticulous record keeping

Salary: Negotiable dependent on experience

Application:

Please apply with resume and a document with answers to screening questions.

Interview offers within a week with an immediate start if possible.

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Email: admin@canberraheartrhythm.com.au