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Celebrating International Women's Day, 8 March 2022

A big shout out our fantastic teams this International Women's Day! With 82 per cent of our Aurora workforce female, it’s a day worth recognising the effort, success and contributions of our Women of Aurora, Australia-wide!


Did you know that at Aurora Healthcare, females comprise:

  • 93 per cent of our administration workforce
  • 80 per cent of our allied health workforce
  • 83 per cent of our clinical/nursing workforce
  • 78 per cent of our hotel and property services workforce

Thank you, to each and every one of our doctors, nurses, allied health, administrative, hotel services and support teams for your ongoing dedication to your profession; for everything you do in your hospitals and communities, to make Aurora Healthcare a provider of choice, while continuing to provide exceptional care for our patients and communities.

We asked some of our 'Women of Aurora' - "What do you love most about your job?"

Here's what they had to say.

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Julia Strickland-Bellamy

Chief Executive Officer Australia, Aurora Healthcare

“Knowing Aurora Healthcare’s hospitals and services are truly making a difference to people’s health and wellbeing, as well as working alongside inspirational people who go far and beyond the job to make our workplace and patient experience special, is extremely rewarding. On this International Women’s Day, I would like to say “thank you” to everyone at Aurora Healthcare for making our workplace, hospitals and services GREAT! This is what I love the most about my job.”

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Liz Holmes

Executive Assistant, Hirondelle Private Hospital (NSW)

“My position is exciting and fulfilling with each day presenting different tasks, challenges and opportunities to learn and grow. It is rewarding to know that the contribution I make can have a positive impact on another person’s wellbeing.”

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Sarsha Pincini

OT Rehabilitation Team Lead, Robina Private Hospital (QLD)

“What I love most about this position is the ability to make positive change in someone’s life. I love seeing someone do something they thought they wouldn’t be able to do again.”

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Daria Simic

Chief Operating Officer Australia, Aurora Healthcare

"I really enjoy the variety that comes with my role, while communicating and connecting with all stakeholders across our business – from hospital teams and doctors, to private health insurers and external clients. I thrive on driving positive outcomes for our patients, through innovation and ongoing quality improvements to patient care."

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Haylee Groves

Allied Health Manager, Robina Private Hospital (QLD)

"I have been a part of the Robina Private family since 2018. I love my job because of the people; the team, the patients and all who are a part of what we do! My role within the hospital also allows me to be a part of change within the mental health field and feel a part of making a difference."

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Petrina Tamou

Nurse Unit Manager, Currumbin Clinic (QLD)

“I love working in mental health as it can be very rewarding when you see the changes in people’s lives, and how you and your team have contributed in some way to make a difference.”

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Joanne Levin

Chief Clinical Governance Officer Australia, Aurora Healthcare

"It’s extremely rewarding to contribute to the Aurora Healthcare business, to help shape our models of service and future opportunities for expansion. It’s a privilege to work alongside our executive, hospital and clinical teams, to ensure our robust clinical governance is first of mind when caring for our communities, across Australia."

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Jodie McKell

Administrative Assistant, Mackay Private Hospital (QLD)

“I love the opportunity my work gives me to meet, greet and make the patient and their family member/carer feel welcomed when a patient is being admitted into Mackay Private Hospital; and to continue to support them on the patient’s road to recovery."

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Heidi Smith

Chief Executive Officer, Robina Private Hospital (QLD)

"I have been part of Robina Private Hospital since preparing for opening back in September 2016. I love to create a positive, collaborative, solutions focused, ideas driven work environment for our staff and doctors, which in turn directly impacts those that we care for, enhancing their experience and enabling us to expand our services.”

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Carol Sketon

Administration Officer, Currumbin Clinic (QLD)

"I love being able to help patients, and love to see their recovery results."

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Lorna Reddy

Director of Clinical Services/Nurse Unit Manager, Mackay Private Hospital (QLD)

“My recent transition into the senior management role here in Mackay Private Hospital allows me to continue my passion to deliver high quality healthcare for our patients, and to support all staff and doctors in the delivery of these services.”

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Anne-Marie Street

Enrolled Nurse/relief Ward Clerk, Eden Private Hospital (QLD)

“I like working at Eden Private. I am privileged to be part of, and witness to consistently positive health outcomes for our patients. This is thanks to the hard work and dedication of our passionate teams across all areas."

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Jess Champion

Administration Executive Assistant, Eden Private Hospital (QLD)

“What I love most about my job is that I get to work within a team that gives me encouragement and shows me appreciation and respect. This has allowed me grow and learn in such a positive environment."

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Rachel Allan

Private Practice Manager, Belmont Private Hospital (QLD)

“I enjoy interacting with the doctors and medical secretaries to ensure efficient and effective administrative support within the practice. Working in a health care setting I see the quality of patient care provide to patients each day, which reflects in a positive working environment."

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Marian Volker

Hotel Services Manager, Mackay Private Hospital (QLD)

“As Hotel Services Manager it gives me great satisfaction in providing nutritional meals and maintaining a clean environment for our patients. This in addition to the clinical care provided greatly assists in the patient’s road to recovery.

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Ghada Charbine

Deputy CEO/Director of Clinical Services, South Eastern Private Hospital (VIC)

“I love helping people and making a difference in people’s lives. I appreciate the various professional relationships I have developed over the years with lots of people from different disciplines. I am proud to be member of the executive team, ensuring the hospital continues to develop effective business strategies that will continue to take the hospital to new levels of growth for the future.”

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Olivia Paola

Allied Health Manager, Brunswick Private Hospital (VIC)

“I enjoy leading and empowering staff to develop their skills and support them taking on new, professional challenges. I feel humbled knowing our patients and community are given the best opportunity of recovery because of the team I have around me at Brunswick Private Hospital.”

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Sofia Izaz

Environmental Services Manager, Brunswick Private Hospital (VIC)

“The people I work with are the nicest people and we have worked together for a very long time. The work that we do here is of such great importance especially during these pandemic times. My team work together to get the job done and we have a lot of fun. We work in harmony”.

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Lexi

Registered Nurse, Belmont Private Hospital (QLD)

“I love providing quality care and being a part of the new patient experience.”

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Giulana Morandin

Nurse Unit Manager, South Coast Private Hospital (NSW)

“I love that I still have an opportunity to work with the patients, assisting with their complex needs, also supporting and managing the nursing team here at South Coast Private Hospital."

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Georgia Livingstone

Reigstered Nurse, Brunswick Private Hospital (VIC)

“Upon transferring to the specialty of mental hHealth services, I believe I can make a greater difference to the care of others.”

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Melinda Buckle

Executive Assistant, Belmont Private Hospital (QLD)

“I love the diversity, challenge and fast pace of my role and even though I’m not patient facing, I feel like I’m giving back to the community by working in the health care sector.