Medical Transcriptionist
Position Classification: Admin Off Lvl 3
Remuneration: 66027.58 - 68085.5 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 0
Requisition ID: REQ535321
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
What you'll be doing
The SCHN is looking for dynamic, innovative individuals to help us lead, direct and develop the Health Information Services now and into the future at the Sydney Children’s Hospital Health Information Unit. We are entering into an exciting period with the introduction of an electronic medical record as a part of our Memory Strategy.
The primary purpose of the casual transcriptionist is the responsibility for typing dictated SCHN Outpatient clinic letters, reports, and referrals in a timely manner. The incumbent must have the ability to understand what the healthcare worker has recorded, correctly transcribe that information and identify any inaccuracies in the transcript.
- Ability to type 60 words per minute with experience with digital dictaphone typing.
- Well-developed customer service and demonstrated attention to detail.
- Experience with SCHN computer applications such as PowerChart, eMR and CRIS. Excellent computer skills such as Microsoft Office.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment as well as ability to work independently under limited direction and guidance.
- Possess excellent organisational skills to effectively prioritise and maintain workflow and devote appropriate attention to all responsibilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to generate and action reports.
- Sound knowledge of medical terminology and a good understanding of the English language and grammar.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers. We encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply. If you identify as an Indigenous Australian or as a person with a disability, please contact us if you would like some more information about our recruitment process.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
NSWHealth is committed to child safety in line with the Child Safe Standards. SCHN is committed to maintaining a child safe culture that upholds the rights of children and young people. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported, and are included in their care. Existing staff of SCHN and those seeking employment are required to prioritise the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
Applicants holding visas with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable local applicant is identified.
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For role related queries or questions contact Michelle Dawson on michelle.dawson@health.nsw.gov.au
If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait islander wishing to apply for this role and want to speak with an Aboriginal person/representative from the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network please contact Wayne Dargan on wayne.dargan@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367 and select option 3.
Applications Close: 30/01/2025
