Administration Officer - Medical Transcriptionist

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3
Remuneration: $66,027.58 - $68,085.50 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ471568
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: 14 April 2024 - 11:59pmAbout the OpportunityAre you an experienced medical/pathology transcriptionist with a great work ethic and a positive attitude?The Department of Tissue Pathology & Diagnostic Oncology, at Westmead Hospital have an opportunity for a permanent Full Time AdministrationOfficer to join the team.What we can offer you

• Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave
• Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO

Where you'll be workingProvide an effective full range of tissue pathology administrative support services, including tissue pathology transcription typing, front desk reception, customer service, material handling (diagnostic, research, referrals and clinico-pathological meetings) and case allocation, filing and records management, mail receipt and sorting, photocopying and scanning to support the smooth running of the service.Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions: * Proven computer literacy and strong keyboard skills with speed (50-60 wpm) and 95% accuracy, including use of digital transcription equipment, voice recognition systems, laboratory information system, word processing and Microsoft applications.

• Proven experience working in a high workload transcription environment using medical/pathology terminology.
• Demonstrated ability and initiative to work both as part of a team and independently, supporting your team members and management, with sound knowledge of administrative procedures in health setting.
• Demonstrated strong customer focus and commitment to providing exceptional services to all clients (internal and external to the organisation).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including strong written and verbal English and be capable of professionally liaising and working with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation using different modes of communication in a technical and business context.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and organise own work, displaying time management skills taking into account the impact on others to achieve results to meet deadlines.
• Must be motivated; demonstrate a sense of ownership and accountability and have demonstrable problem-solving skills.
• Have an understanding of laboratory accreditation requirements pertaining to Tissue Pathology procedures and materials management.

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For role related queries or questions contact Udip Adhikary onOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious DiseasesAll NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). Additionally, Category A workers are required to receive a booster dose three months after completing the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations. New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate (IM011 immunisation medical exemption form) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.Working RightsThis position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.New to NSW Health Pathology?The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.Talent Pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, temporary and casual vacancies.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionNSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.