Pathology Queensland are looking for an Administration Officer/Medical Typist to join their team in Cairns. In this role you will provide administrative support to Staff Pathologists, and the Cairns Laboratory.

Job details

What you'll do

• Use medical typing skills to transcribe electronic and handwritten medical reports into the laboratory information system in a proficient manner to meet reporting deadlines. This will include all medical typing and registration, including participating in the state-wide typing pool.
• Assist with the provision of administrative support to the Group Laboratory Manager.
• Maintain an efficient standard of administrative support to the medical staff in the retrieval of slides and the preparation of associated documentation and reference material for Anatomical Pathology Clinicopath meetings.
• Maintain efficient standard of administrative support services for the Division by providing support in the areas of telephone enquiries, correspondence, filing, scanning, photocopying and reference retrieval duties including slides and blocks.
• Comply with NATA/ISO accreditation/certification requirements including performing quality control procedures, assisting with preparation of procedure manuals and completion of relevant statistics.
• Comply with and utilise procedures, policies, regulations, and standards which impact upon the position, including the Queensland Health Code of Conduct, contemporary human resource management requirements and practices, such as Workplace Health and Safety, Infection Control, Equal Employment Opportunity, and Anti-discrimination Policy.

About you

We are searching for someone who has: 

• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to deal with people at all levels of the organisation and external agencies.
• Organisational skills and the ability to use initiative, delegate and be adaptable when performing or administering tasks in a constantly changing and dynamic environment.
• Proven ability to establish, manage and maintain office systems and databases. High level skills in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, to accurately complete and prioritize work and to be flexible and dynamic in a highly client focused environment.
• Sound knowledge of medical terminology and experience in medical typing.

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes: 

Competitive salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

• Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
• Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.

Professional development

• Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
• Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
• Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions. 

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• QLD656047 Administration Officer, Medical Typist RD (PDF, 129KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Pack - July 2025 (PDF, 911KB)
  Information Package for Applicants