We're inviting applications from experienced Administrators for a Medical Education Coordinator position at the UnitingCare Clinical School based at Buderim Private Hospital. 

• Permanent, Part-Time – 18.5 hrs per week, days can be negotiated between Monday - Friday
• $69,000-$71,000 FTE + 10% Super + $15,900 NFP Salary Packaging Value

UnitingCare provides health and community services to thousands of people every day of the year through its service groups – Hospitals, Family and Disability Services, Lifeline, Blue Care and Australian Regional and Remote Community Services.

We operate one of the largest not-for-profit private hospital groups in Queensland and are proud to deliver a range of specialist healthcare services out of our four unique hospitals; The Wesley, St Andrews War Memorial, Buderim Private and St Stephens, Hervey Bay.

Our mission is to improve the health of individuals and their families. We differentiate ourselves by living out our values to optimise patient care and experience through committed and inspired leadership and the dedication of our staff.

The Role:

The UnitingCare Clinical School offers around 270 medical student placements per year across UnitingCare campuses, offering placements in a wide range of medical and surgical disciplines.

This position will be based at Buderim Private Hospital, Sunshine Coast. Responsible for the coordination of educational and administrative requirements of medical students and the Clinical School; providing supervision and administrative support to students during their placement. Duties will include:

• Undertaking administration of medical student placements at relevant clinical sites
• Coordinating and organising timetable discipline specific tutorials and seminars for students from multiple universities
• Holding regular meetings with student groups regarding ongoing needs
• Supporting the management of elective placements for both domestic and international students
• Amending tutorial programs, as required, to ensure appropriate learning and support for students
• Manage and provide coverage for employee absences in the Clinical School
• Administrative support including minute and documentation preparation, facilitating effective management within the Clinical School and coordinating the student placement program
• Act as a liaison between all clinicians, the students and the Universities, to ensure the smooth running of clinical placements

To be successful you will demonstrate:

• High level organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines in an environment with competing priorities
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced computer skills
• Demonstrated interpersonal, teamwork and client service skills and an ability to work flexibly in a team environment
• Ability to act with tact, diplomacy and discretion when communicating with university staff, students, colleagues and members of the public
• Previous administrative experience in a university of healthcare setting – desirable

What we offer:

We’re part of UnitingCare, the largest not-for-profit provider of healthcare and community services in the state, and home to over 17, 000 employees and 9,000 volunteers.

Our mission is to improve the health of individuals and their families. We differentiate ourselves by living out our values to optimise patient care and experience through committed and inspired leadership and the dedication of our people. We believe in rewarding and recognising our people through:

• Not-for-profit salary packaging options: allocate up to $15,900 of your pre-taxable income to everyday expenses, increasing take-home pay
• One-on-one support from pastoral care team & employee assistance programs
• Retail, Health Insurance and Gym Membership Discounts
• Access to non-taxable meal & entertainment card
• Hospital admissions discounts
• Additional paid parental leave, education leave & additional leave purchases.
• Discounted onsite parking
• Flexible work environments, including family-friendly rostering

Apply Now:

To apply for this opportunity, please click on the 'Apply' button below to be taken to our online application process.

Please Note: To ensure the health and safety of our people, and the clients, residents, patients and people we serve at UnitingCare Queensland, individuals are required to comply with statutory and Government requirements, such as public health directions, and UnitingCare's vaccination requirements policy, with respect to COVID-19 vaccinations.

Our approach is simple –everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. We know that when our people feel respected and valued, we empower them to share that within the communities we serve and to provide the very best care. We highly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.