Allied Health Administrative Assistant
Heatherton, VIC, AU, 3202
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience.
As a leading academic health service, we're committed to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research, teaching and training into everyday practice.
Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
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About the role
Join Monash Health as an Allied Health Administration Assistant and play an important role in supporting the WISER Unit and its work across Allied Health.
This is a great opportunity for an organised and proactive administration professional who enjoys variety, working with people and keeping things running smoothly.
Working closely with the WISER Manager, Chief Allied Health Officer and wider team, you'll provide day-to-day administrative support across a range of functions. Your responsibilities will include coordinating meetings, preparing correspondence and documents, maintaining records and databases, managing office resources and supporting finance and procurement processes.
You'll also provide administrative support to the Credentialing and Scope of Practice team, assisting with credentialing documentation, employee records, compliance checks and the maintenance of the e-Credentialing system.
If you like variety – you’ll find it in this role. You’ll have lots of opportunity to contribute to improving administrative processes and supporting a busy, collaborative team.
This is a 0.6 EFT opportunity, based at the Kingston Centre, Heatherton.
About the WISER team
The Workforce Innovation, Strategy, Education and Research (WISER) Unit provides leadership and support across Allied Health at Monash Health.
The team works across education, professional practice, governance, graduate program coordination, informatics, research and strategic projects, supporting the delivery and ongoing development of Allied Health services.
You'll be joining a collaborative team that values innovation, continuous improvement and effective administration to support the broader Allied Health workforce.
About You
To be successful in this role, you'll bring:
- Demonstrated experience providing high-quality administrative support.
- Strong organisational, time management and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands.
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint.
- Experience maintaining accurate records, databases and spreadsheets.
- An understanding of accounts payable and receivable, finance and administrative processes.
- The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving, with an eye for identifying opportunities to improve administrative processes.
Previous experience in a healthcare environment will be highly regarded.
Why Join Us?
You'll be part of a supportive and collaborative environment where your contribution makes a difference.
You'll enjoy the opportunity to:
- Work alongside a diverse and dedicated Allied Health leadership team.
- Develop your administrative skills across a broad range of functions.
- Contribute to meaningful projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Be part of an organisation committed to innovation, learning and delivering better health outcomes for our community.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Simone Munro, WISER Manager, 0457 479 077.
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: 27 November 2026.