Receptionist jobs in Dandenong VIC

Job Requisition ID: 9625

Legal Entity: Monash Health

Location: Dandenong, VIC, AU, 3175

Employment Type: Full Time

Posting Date: 4 Nov 2026

Be the welcoming face of Monash Health Community Services and make a difference every day.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Administration Officer to join our Community Operational Support team at Dandenong.

As the first point of contact for patients, families and visitors, you will play an important role in delivering a welcoming, professional and efficient service while supporting the smooth day-to-day operations of our community site.

This is a varied, fast-paced role where no two days are the same. Working alongside a friendly and supportive team, you will manage front-of-house responsibilities while contributing to a range of administrative and operational activities.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing friendly, professional reception and customer service to patients, visitors and staff.
• Managing incoming calls, enquiries, appointments and interpreter bookings.
• Maintaining accurate patient records, data entry and administrative systems.
• Supporting daily reporting, site operations and allocated administration portfolios.
• Working collaboratively with clinical teams, colleagues and stakeholders to support a positive patient experience.
• Contributing to service improvements and efficient administrative processes.

You will receive comprehensive orientation, training and ongoing support to help you succeed in your role.

This role is a Monday to Friday - ongoing fulltime opportunity

About You

You are an organised, proactive and compassionate administration professional who thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in delivering excellent customer service.

To be successful, you will demonstrate:

• Experience in health administration or a similar customer-facing administrative role.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confidence using Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience using databases, client management or appointment systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and build positive working relationships.
• Initiative, flexibility and the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.
• A current Victorian driver's licence and willingness to work across community sites when required.

Highly regarded:

• Previous experience in a healthcare or community health environment.
• Experience with multi-line telephone systems and healthcare administration systems, including HMS, Harrison or IPM.

Why Join Us?

• Work-life balance – full-time ongoing employment, Monday to Friday.
• Supportive team – join welcoming, collaborative colleagues who value teamwork.
• Variety every day – enjoy a mix of reception, patient services and operational administration.
• Training and development – receive the guidance and support to build your skills.
• Make a difference – contribute to a positive experience for patients and families accessing community healthcare.

Join Monash Health and be part of a team that is Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, working together to deliver exceptional care to our community.

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Leesa Felton Community Site Coordinator on 9792 8100

Position Description can be found here

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: Thursday 19th November