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Assistant to the Director of General Medicine

CompanySt Vincent's Health Australia
LocationMelbourne
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 30, 2026
About The Company
Australia’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, established in 1857. Better and fairer care. Always. #StVincents
About the Role

Job Description:

  • Work for one of Australia’s leading hospital groups
  • Friendly and supportive team environment
  • Permanent, Part Time, 20 hours per week


About the Role
General Medicine is a large medical department that sits within the Medicine, Emergency and Intensive Care program at SVHM.  The General Medical Director oversees the General Medicine department in conjunction with the Nurse Unit Managers, Operations Manager and General Manager. The Assistant role to the Director of General Medicine will support the Director with the running of the department and will be based at the Fitzroy site. This is a permanent part time position at 0.5 EFT

  • Manage and coordinate diary/meeting schedules, including meeting/appointment requests and arrange meetings, as requested
  • Coordinate meetings as requested, including timely preparation of agendas, completion of minutes and distribution
  • Attend and minute meetings, as required by the Director
  • Correspond with relevant internal SVHM and external professionals and their representatives, and other relevant stakeholders and keep all parties informed of relevant communications, meetings and schedule changes
  • Managing and manintaing Senior Medical Staff rosters and leave planners and leave requests
  • Assist the Director to regularly track local KPI data including mandatory training, performance reviews, discharge summary completion, JMS overtime and excess leave
  • Creation and formatting of reports, correspondence, statistical reporting platforms, as required
  • Assist with recruitment administration as required
  • Ensure the timely completion of UKG administrative processes each pay period, workday actions and changes and D365 invoice administration on behalf of the Director, as required
  • Assist with preparation of presentations and other administrative tasks requested by the Director


Classifications for this position will range from HS3 - HS25 ($74,448.40 - $82,305.60) per annum, pro rata.

Your Contribution

  • Experience in, and knowledge of, administrative support roles and functions
  • Highly proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office Suites including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and demonstrated ability to learn and use other digital platforms as relevant to the role
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated time management and organisational skills
  • Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain


What we Offer
• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport
• Culture of continuous improvement

About General Medicine
General Medicine is a large medical department that sits within the Medicine, Emergency and Intensive Care program at SVHM.

Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

Closing Date:

29 April 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

Code of Conduct:

View Code of Conduct

Key Skills
Administrative SupportDiary ManagementMeeting CoordinationMinute TakingCorrespondenceRoster ManagementLeave PlanningKPI TrackingReport CreationStatistical ReportingRecruitment AdministrationInvoice AdministrationPresentation PreparationMicrosoft Office SuiteVerbal CommunicationOrganisational Skills
Categories
HealthcareAdministrative
Benefits
Wellbeing initiativesCounsellingFitness passportSalary packaging
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
This role supports the Director of General Medicine with department operations, including managing diaries, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence with internal and external stakeholders. Key duties also involve managing Senior Medical Staff rosters, tracking local KPI data, and assisting with various administrative processes like recruitment and invoicing.
📋Job Type
part time
💰Salary Range
A$74,448 - A$82,306
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
3814
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
20 hours
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