The Geelong Clinic
Intake Coordinator - Full time or Part time opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Nurse for the position of Mental Health Intake Coordinator. This is an exciting opportunity for the right person who is looking for a challenging and stimulating role.
As an Intake Coordinator your responsibilities will include:
- The clinical assessment of potential patients who will often present in crisis
- Liaising with external referrers, internal Psychiatrists and Nurse Unit Managers in order to facilitate admission for patients who require acute inpatient mental health care
- You would provide advice and redirection to referrers, patients and their carers for people who cannot safely be cared for in our hospital or do not meet our admission criteria
- Actively participate in quality improvement, risk reduction activities and Work Health and Safety initiatives
The Geelong Clinic is a 73 bed Psychiatric Hospital offering a range of inpatient, day programs and outreach services for individuals experiencing mental health problems. Located on the outskirts of Geelong within close proximity to spectacular coastal attractions, the clinic has a number of accredited Psychiatrists supported by a skilled multidisciplinary team of nursing, allied health, administration and domestic services staff.
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 42 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.
- Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
- Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
- Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Selection Criteria:
- Extensive experience in mental health and risk assessment
- Excellent communication, customer service and negotiation skills.
- Previous Intake or triage experience
- High Standard of computer literacy
- Current AHPRA Registration
Applications close: 2nd July 2025
For further enquiries: Cate Unsworth | Clinical Services Manager ph: 0352400700
