The Team
Northern Tasmanian Pathology Service (NTPS) provides Pathology services to Launceston General Hospital and the Northern regions of Tasmania. We are the only public pathology service operating in North Tasmania. NTPS aims to deliver a high-quality service to general practitioners, medical specialists and private hospitals, providing patients with no out of pocket expenses for Medicare eligible tests. The team at NTPS comprises a large team involving multi-disciplinary scientists, technicians, non-technical staff and Pathologists.
The Role
This role will be based in the Anatomical Pathology department and assist with audio typing using the transcription system, preparing medical reports, undertaking clinical correspondence with various stake holders in a health care environment.
Requirements
* Medical transcription skills
* Previous experience in a health care setting
* Excellent written and communication skills
Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Appointment Details
* Permanent, part time, day worker position, working 30 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as you can join us
* Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary
$66,049 to $70,993 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary Packaging
You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here.
Eligibility
* Completion of a recognised office administration/business administration certificate
* Current Driver's Licence
Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
* Administrative Assistant (Anatomical Pathology Typing) Band 2 (Nov 2025).docx
Application Guide:
* Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx
How to Apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
* Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
Contact Information
* Name: Brenda Johnson
* Position: Team Leader - General Pathology Operations
* Phone number:
* Email address:
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