• Employment status: Permanent part-time (.84 EFT)
• Located in: Frankston

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.  More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

The Team & Role

The Planned Surgery Clinical Coordinator works within the Planned Surgery Preparation List (PSPL) and Patient Support Unit (PSU), which consists of the Planned Surgery Access Manager, Planned Surgery Clinical Coordinators, Patient Support Unit and Booking Officers. The role involves the organisation and management of the elective surgery waiting list to ensure that those referred for surgery and procedures are provided with care in a timely manner, in accordance with the Victorian Elective Surgery Access Policy. The role is collaborative and involves communication with a broad multi-disciplinary team to meet identified goals.

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Skills & Experience Required

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Demonstrated clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with relevant Nursing qualification
• Sound written communication skills
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills including excellent telephone manner
• Ability to work unsupervised in a confidential environment.
• Elective surgery waiting list management experience (desirable)
• Experience utilising waiting list module in iPM (desirable)
• Knowledge of Planned Surgery Access Policy (desirable)
• Knowledge of Elective Surgery Information Systems (ESIS) and DHHS waiting list management policy (desirable)
• Understanding of Elective surgery Key Performance Indicators (desirable)

Benefits

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport

• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information please contact Andrea Numa, Acting Planned Access Manager: ANuma@phcn.vic.gov.au. If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Megan Gissing, Recruitment Coordinator: Megan Gissing@phcn.vic.gov.au.

The role ceases advertising on 8 June 2026: Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

  
 Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities. To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/  

*Please refer to Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2024 – 2028 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.  For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations. 

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.