Title:  Ward Clerk

• Permanent full-time opportunity | 76 hours per fortnight 
• Monday to Friday | January 2026 start
• Box Hill Hospital | Ward 5.1 | Accelerated Acute Medical Unit
• Generous salary packaging options | Close to public transport and cafes 

Eastern Health  
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community. 

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”. 

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future. 

About the role  

Ward 5.1 is a 16-bed acute medical unit with an additional 4 Flexi beds open during the morning shifts only. The proposed model of care is an Accelerated Acute Medical Unit (AAMU) model for short stay General Medicine patients with an expected Length of Stay (LOS) of 48 to 72 hours. 

The Ward Clerk provides clerical assistance to the Nurse Manager or relevant clinical staff to enable the smooth operation of the ward. Tasks include performing patient related clerical duties, maintaining medical records, communicating effectively and courteously with patients, relatives and hospital staff. 

About you   
To be successful in this role you will possess:   

• Previous experience working in a similar role and environment 
• Computer competent; with excellent working knowledge of Patient Management Systems, Microsoft Word and Excel  
• Advanced telephone skills and clerical skills  
• Ability to provide quality customer service in a friendly and professional manner  
• Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills  
• Demonstrated organisation and time management skills  
• To have an interest in working in a patient centred environment  
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team  
• Demonstrated ability to work within deadlines  
• High degree of flexibility.  

Please refer to the position description for further details of the role. 

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role, and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment. 

What we offer 

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here! 

• Mentor and Shadowing program 
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites  
• Study and professional development leave
• Friendly & supportive teams
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion  
• Fitness Passport for work-life balance  
• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones  
• Excellent entitlements 
• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme  
• Access to Private Health Insurance offers  
• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 
• Cafes at all our hospitals  

Next Steps 

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference and are eligible to work in Australia. 

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates. 

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check. 

Good to know: 

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date
• We do not accept recruitment agency application