Administrative Officer - Diabetes

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About the Department - Program

The Diabetes Unit specializes in Outpatient clinics based across several Monash Health sites and Private Endocrinologist clinics based at Dandenong.

The purpose of the Administration team is to provide an excellent first impression of Monash Health by providing a friendly, courteous and professional greeting. Administration support to the wider Diabetes team to ensure a high standard of data accuracy and data entry are executed at all times for both our Outpatient clinics and Private Endocrinology clinics.

About the Role

Join our team as an Administration Assistant on a part time basis (49 hours per fortnight), ongoing to work at both Dandenong Hospital and Clayton Hospital.

The specific days required are;

Tuesday at Dandenong 0830-1500

Wednesday at Clayton 0830-1700

Thursday at Dandenong 1500-2030 (fortnightly only)

Friday at Dandenong 1830-1700

In this role, you will be guided under the leadership of the Administration Manager and working with the broader Diabetes team.

You will be required to;

Provide courteous and professional reception service

Facilitate the management of the diabetes clinics including arrive, depart, booking follow up appointments, printing and forwarding clinic correspondence to patients GP's and other specialists

Answering phone calls, take accurate phone messages and re-direct to the necessary department if required

Supporting the wider Diabetes team as required

About You

To be successful in this healthcare role, you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience, and attributes:

Demonstrated high level computer knowledge and proficiency in software programs used at Monash Health Diabetes eg Word, Excel, iPM (desirable)

Time management skills including capacity to prioritise effectively to meet the requirements of the position

Undertakes responsibility for work performed with a substantial level of accountability and responsibility

Demonstrated experience in health service administration (desirable)

Ability to work in a team environment and autonomously

Proven excellent customer service skills

Adaptable to change with processes and technical systems

Possess excellent communication skills

Display a high level of customer service at all times

Ability to function calmly, systemically and efficiently with several streams of concurrent activity

Be able to work under challenging situations

Be able to prioritise tasks

Willing and able to work in all areas of the Department

Express teamwork qualities

Why you will love working with us

Ours is a connected team with strong shared values and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We are a highly skilled, collaborative, and welcoming team where the only limit in your career is you. Upon your appointment, we will provide you with:

A supportive and cohesive sub-team, working within a larger consumer relations team.

Professional development courses, seminars and mentoring.

Opportunities for you to use your experience in the role to inform and drive initiatives within the broader units and programs.

Salary packaging.

Onsite Gym options and ability to join Fitness Passport - your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities.

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Kim Barker, Administration Manager on 03 9554 1550

Position Description can be found here

Our Culture and Values

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.

You'll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the 'Application Guide'

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.

Applications close: 2 November, 2026 Click here to Apply now →