Medical typist

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until July 2027

Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3

Remuneration: $35.84 - $36.96 Per Hour + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 16

Requisition ID: REQ663069

Location: Armidale Hospital

Closing Date: Thursday 25 June 2026

Armidale Hospital is a 99‐bed regional facility serving the New England community and providing a broad range of healthcare services. Our administration team plays a vital role in supporting clinicians, patients and visitors by delivering professional, efficient and accurate administrative services across the hospital. Working closely with inpatient wards, outpatient clinics, emergency services and specialist departments, the team is committed to ensuring timely communication, accurate documentation and exceptional customer service that supports positive patient outcomes.

As a Medical Typist, you will play an important role in supporting clinicians through the preparation of accurate clinical documentation and correspondence.

• Transcribing medical dictations, clinical reports and correspondence with a high degree of accuracy.
• Producing timely documentation to support patient care and clinical decision‐making.
• Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence and maintaining electronic records.
• Responding to telephone and face‐to‐face enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Providing administrative support to medical staff and specialist clinicians.
• Maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with privacy and documentation standards.
• Utilising a range of computer systems, transcription software and clinical applications.

You are a motivated and reliable administration professional who takes pride in producing high‐quality work and supporting healthcare teams.

• Experience in medical typing or transcription.
• Excellent typing speed and accuracy.
• Sound knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong computer skills across word processing and clinical systems.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative environment where teamwork, professionalism and continuous improvement are highly valued.
• Strong organisational and time‐management skills.
• A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion.
• A professional, adaptable and patient‐focused approach to work.

• A comprehensive orientation program.
• Structured training in hospital systems, transcription software and documentation processes.
• One‐on‐one mentoring from experienced Medical Typists and administrative staff.
• Ongoing feedback, guidance and professional support.
• Opportunities to further develop your knowledge of clinical terminology and healthcare administration systems.
• Access to career development opportunities within Hunter New England Health.

• Be part of one of the largest and most diverse Local Health Districts in NSW.
• Influence digital solutions that directly support patient care and clinical outcomes.
• Salary packaging options.
• Work collaboratively with passionate clinicians and digital health professionals.
• Enjoy career development opportunities within NSW Health.
• Make a real difference across a large, complex health service.
• Fitness Passport for you and your family.

Job share / part‐time arrangements will be considered.

For role related queries or questions contact Samantha Archer on .

Hunter New England Health is an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier‐free application process.