Elsbeth ‘Elly’ Wood

Executive Assistant & Practice Manager

Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country and Dja Dja Wurrung Country
(Richmond & Blackwood, VIC) 0414 220 337 elly5266wood@gmail.com LinkedIn profile

Summary

Experienced Executive Assistant and Practice Manager with 15+ years across healthcare and corporate sectors. Skilled in managing complex schedules, high-level stakeholder communication, and office operations under pressure. Known for bringing calm, structure, and genuine care to every environment.

Experience

Executive Assistant & Practice Manager

2020 — Present
Professor Helen O’Connell AO | East Melbourne

Supporting the President of the Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand across clinical and executive functions.

  • Diary coordination for USANZ meetings, international conferences, and travel logistics.
  • Authored the practice’s Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme (DIAS) Manual.
  • Full practice management: audio typing, accounting, and staff support via Genie Medical.

Business & Support Officer

2019 — 2020
Rheinmetall Defence | Melbourne
  • National and international travel bookings for 180 employees.
  • Contributed to an AI team developing autonomous vehicle software, delivering two working demo vehicles.

Practice Manager & PA

2016 — 2018
Church Street Eye Clinic | Hawthorn
  • Increased practice earnings by 32% and new patient intake by 12%.
  • Reduced unpaid accounts by 63% through procedural overhauls.

Skills

  • Exceptionally organised
  • Calm under pressure
  • Professional & Discreet
  • Google Project Management
  • Genie Medical & MS Office
  • Stakeholder Relations

Volunteer & Awards

FareShare Australia (2014—2022): 6 years supporting industrial kitchen operations and fundraising.

NZ Young Playwright of the Year: Winner in 1999 & 2000.

References

Professor Helen O’Connell AO & Mrs Dawn Hevey RN (Contact details on request)