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Medical Typist
Patient Correspondence Hub, Corporate Services, Townsville Hospital and Health Service
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The Patient Correspondence Hub at Townsville University Hospital are seeking applicants with high attention to details for a Medical Typist role. |
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
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| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO3 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV684135 |
| Closing date | 14-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent part-time, 64 hours per fortnight |
| Contact person | Susan Dorries |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 0947 Access the National Relay Service |
About the opportunity
This role delivers exceptional person-centered customer service to patients, their families and the public.
The role works collaboratively as a member of the administrative team and provides quality support to deliver a high standard of organisational and patient-focused outcomes.
This role contributes to creating an exceptional place to work by consistently aligning workplace behaviours to organisational values.
The ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following:
- Demonstrated ability to effectively, efficiently and accurately transcribe clinical dictations from analogue and/or digital dictation systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, abbreviations and symbols or demonstration of transferrable experience which would support the ability to quickly adapt within a health environment.
- Knowledge of, or the ability to acquire knowledge of, and experience in the use of Microsoft Office programs, including keyboard functionality, formatting and shortcuts.
- Sound oral and written communication skills with advanced interpersonal skill demonstrating ability to effectively liaise and communicate with clients and staff of all levels with tact, diplomacy, confidentiality and discretion on a range of confidential and sensitive issues.
- Proven ability to work effectively as an individual with limited supervision or collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, establishing work priorities, meeting deadlines, co-ordinating tasks and workflow and adapting as required to meet the needs of a changing work environment.
- Knowledge and understanding of the relevance and application of values-based workplace behaviours and attributes.
- Demonstrated awareness of, and ability to actively and effectively participate in a working environment supporting contemporary human resource practices including workplace health and safety, employment equity and anti-discrimination, ethical behaviour and continuous improvement.
About your new employer
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Role requirements
- Whilst not mandatory previous experience working in a similar role would be highly desirable.
- This is a VPD risk role. Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $39.98 - $44.46 p.h. (AO3)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro rata) with 17.5% loading
- Locality allowance
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
Apply now
Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Susan Dorries on (07) 4433 0947
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV684135
Applications close: Sunday, 14 June 2026
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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