Hospital Coordinator

John Fawkner Private Hospital is seeking a Hospital Coordinator to join our team on a Permanent Part-time basis on a rotating roster. Your clinical skills, excellent leadership capabilities, and positive approach to work will ensure your success in this role.

About us

John Fawkner Private Hospital is a fully accredited 186-bed acute care facility providing a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, cancer and critical care services. Equipped with advanced medical, surgical and diagnostic technology, John Fawkner Private is focused on meeting the growing healthcare needs of patients in our local community and surrounding regions.

The Hospital has an established reputation as a leading healthcare provider, achieving recognition in many specialties throughout the years. Specialising in Cardiology, Orthopaedics, General Surgery and Cancer, the Hospital provides a comprehensive range of onsite medical and surgical services and delivering the highest standard in all areas of health care.

As the largest private hospital with the only private 24 hr. Emergency Department and Critical Care unit in northwestern Melbourne, John Fawkner Private works with highly skilled visiting specialists who offer subspecialty expertise.

John Fawkner Private Hospital has a long-established tradition for providing quality healthcare to our local community, the veteran community and patients travelling from regional northwest Victoria.

As the Hospital Coordinator your responsibilities will include

• Supervise safe, quality care that meets current best practice standards
• Support and liaise with the respective Nurse Unit Manager(s) of wards and Departments
• Assist with coordination of staffing
• Manage patient flow, coordinate and plan operational processes
• Coordinate patient admissions and provide discharge planning support
• Support the hospital's commitment to quality improvement, National Safety and maintain the safety of staff, patients and visitors

Essential Criteria

• Minimum 5 years working as a Registered Nurse with some management experience
• Current unrestricted AHPRA registration
• Ability to manage competing demands and co-ordinate resources appropriately
• Advanced interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills

Desirable Criteria

• Recent experience in bed management and/or patient flow
• Demonstrated experience with the coordination and allocation of staff
• High degree of computer literacy including MS Office
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Leadership skills including mentorship and coaching of team members

Why Healthscope?
Join us at Healthscope and step into a vibrant Community of Care where your impact is felt every day! Our dedicated team members are the heartbeat of our organisation, making a real difference in the lives of patients and their families. Our sites are backed by a dynamic Support Office, empowering us to deliver outstanding care to the communities we serve.

Here's what we offer:

• Flexibility: Work across one or multiple hospitals in our expansive network
• Perks: Discounted health insurance, gym memberships, salary packaging & more!
• Growth: Access continuous professional development and education to fuel your career journey

At Healthscope, we take pride in collaborating with talented, passionate, and compassionate individuals to ensure every patient experiences the highest quality care during their stay. Join us and be part of something truly meaningful!

Come and be the difference in our patients' lives!

Applications close: 22/09/26

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form

More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.

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