This is your opportunity to join a dedicated team of professionals and be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology, provides excellence in health care, and empowers our people to be the best in serving our community.
The Position
We are seeking an experienced and self-starting, innovative Manager to lead our team in the delivery of professional business services to our Specialists, Visiting Medical Officers and patients at our Medical Consulting Suites and associated FSPH business services. This role has the primary responsibility to coordinate and ensure the delivery of exceptional service to our patients and VMO’s including front-line customer service, and business support in the form of secretarial, financial, software, systems, rostering and assist in body corporate caretaking activities. This is a hands-on role with a strong office and practice management focus.
The Person
Key Selection Criteria for this position includes:
* Demonstrated experience working in a leadership role involving the management of complex service provision, staff and resources to achieve business objectives (ideally within a hospital, healthcare or general practice environment).
* Working knowledge of medical services and medical terminology relevant to outpatient service operations in a private or public hospital setting.
* Ideally suited to an applicant with a Degree in Health Information Management or Undergrad or Post Graduate Education in Business and or Management is desirable.
* Marketing/Business Development skills and experience is highly regarded
* High level interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to successfully problem solve, manage conflict, negotiate and develop strong working relationships with a variety of highly educated stakeholders.
* Advanced computer literacy and ability to trend, interpret and report data and information (experience with Practice Management Software is highly desirable).
* Strong business acumen and demonstrated experience in actively monitoring and managing financial budgets with successful outcomes.
* Working knowledge of HR, IR and WH&S best practice relevant to a professional services environment and proven ability to apply this in the workplace.
* Commitment to our values of Courage, Diligence, Compassion, Wisdom and Friendliness.
How to Apply
Please submit the following:
1. A cover letter that addresses the ‘Key Selection Criteria’ (maximum 2 pages)
2. A detailed resume (including 2 professional referees)
3. Submit your application on our website https://thefriendlies.org.au/careers/ and complete the Application for Employment form.
Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on 29 November 2024, whichever is sooner.
The Benefits
As a part of The Friendlies team, you can access an extensive array of benefits such as:
* Attractive salary packaging options: Up to $15900 annually towards household expenses and an additional $2650 annually towards meals and entertainment expenses
* Access to Fitness Passport
* Discounts at our Pharmacy (excludes prescription medication)
* Bulk billing opportunities at I-Med and Sullivan Nicolaides located within our Hospital
* Monthly staff BBQ, Employee of the Month Awards and an Annual awards evening to recognise our outstanding employees and their contributions
* Morning and afternoon tea provided daily
* Access to our dedicated onsite Learning and Development team providing ongoing training, education and professional development opportunities
* A variety of Committees and Working Parties to become involved with and contribute ideas/knowledge
* Temporary and short term accommodation options may be available to assist while you source permanent accommodation (for staff relocating)
* Relocation assistance may be available through Smartsalary
* Active social club providing opportunities to build connections and establish yourself in the community
Find out more about why The Friendlies is a great place to work at https://thefriendlies.org.au
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) Requirements
It is a mandatory condition of employment that some roles within our hospital require you to be vaccinated, and remain vaccinated during your employment, against some or all of the following vaccine preventable diseases; Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Pertussis (Whooping cough), and Hepatitis. Mandatory vaccination requirements for this role will be discussed further with applicants throughout the application process.