Patient Information Clerk
Job description
YOUR ROLE
IN OUR FUTURE Patient Information Officer Part-time, ongoing position available - 32 hours per fortnight. Up to $60,780.72 (HS1) - $67,194.40 (HS17) base salary per annum - full-time equivalent pro-rated for part-time. Parkville location, with multiple public transport options available.
About the role
As a member of the patient information clerical team you will assist with the maintenance and provision of patient records for patient care, research and education. This position will contribute to the accurate sorting, checking, filing, compiling and scanning of patient related forms. The position will also include processing requests for patient information, answering telephone calls, record culling, quality audits and other HIS activities as directed.
Carry out tasks as part of a team that works co-operatively, sharing roles and responsibilities to meet the needs of the hospital cancer patients. Remuneration as per Health and Allied services, Managers and Administrative workers EBA. Up to Up to $60,780.72 (HS1) - $67,194.40 (HS17) base salary per annum, (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time) dependent on candidate experience.
To be discussed with Hiring Manager. You'll bring with you: Highly accurate filing skills Basic computer skills Highly organised and methodical worker Ability to prioritise work Ability to work as a team member Ability to work with minimal supervision Desirable Requirements: Previous hospital clerical experience an advantage Previous experience using Verdi/Clinical Viewer and patient administration systems Previous experience processing patient information requests Understanding of Patient Privacy requirements Our benefits We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including: Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay Discounted health insurance and eye care A comprehensive health and wellbeing program Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities Five weeks annual leave, 17.
5% leave loading, purchased leave options & ADOs Flexible, hybrid working practices Inclusion and belonging Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us! If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed.
We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply. Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining their interest and experience and also provide their responses against the selection criteria (found in the Position Description under Essential and Desirable Requirements sections) to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion. Hiring Manager: Milly Jessica Suaalii Ausagi Email: Milly.Suaalii. Ausagi@petermac.
org Applications Close: 11.59pm Thursday 15 October 2026. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Position Summary As a member of the patient information clerical team you will assist with the maintenance and provision of patient records for patient care, research and education.
This position will contribute to the accurate sorting, checking, filing, compiling and scanning of patient related forms. The position will also include processing requests for patient information, answering telephone calls, record culling, quality audits and other HIS activities as directed. Carry out tasks as part of a team that works co-operatively, sharing roles and responsibilities to meet the needs of the hospital.
Enterprise Agreement Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025 Classification or Salary Range HS1 Immunisation Risk Category Immunisation Category C Key Relationships Internal Health Information Services staff Administrative staff within the hospital Doctors, Nurse Coordinators and Research staff All staff within the Melbourne Health Precinct External Other Hospitals Referring Doctors Visitors to HIS Skills Essential Requirements Highly accurate filing skills Basic computer skills Highly organised and methodical worker Ability to prioritise work Ability to work as a team member Ability to work with minimal supervision Desirable Requirements Previous hospital clerical experience an advantage Previous experience using Verdi/Clinical Viewer and patient administration systems Previous experience processing patient information requests Understanding of Patient Privacy requirements Key Accountabilities Key Accountabilities Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
- Provision of patient records for patient care, research and education in line with policies and procedures, meeting timelines and KPIs. All patient records retrieved in time for patientandrsquos attendance All patient records accurately filed within specified time frame All loose forms, reports and correspondence filed into correct patient record within specified time frame Adapt and assist the implementation of workflow process changes requested by management Successfully meet departmental KPIandrsquos Accurately report departmental KPIandrsquos to management on request Accept and make appropriate practice changes based on Manager feedback Assist department with other tasks as required
- Patient data and medical record maintenance Apply policies and procedures in all aspects of work Manage Patient Records in accordance with standards Perform role in line with confidentiality and privacy requirements Participate in Quality Activities Participate in staff education to ensure quality of data entry is maintained and correct procedures are followed Scanning of patient documentation Creation of patient records Enter and maintain accurate data within iPM
- Provision of effective administrative support Undertake all duties in line with policies and procedures within the required timeframe to meet KPIs Perform role in line with confidentiality and privacy requirements Participate in training and development that is offered during business hours and days Work cooperatively as part of the team and assist other areas and staff as necessary Offer opinions and suggestions to improve work areas Maintain knowledge and skill base required for effective performance and identify learning needs Support and train new employees when required Participate fully in the performance appraisal process Other tasks as directed by your Team Leader or Manager Work cooperatively within multi-disciplinary teams to improve workflow in consultation with management ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion. Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing. WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally. Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
Description copied from Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.
More jobs at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Senior Pharmacist, Outpatients Dispensary
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre· MELBOURNE, VIC, AURegistered Nurse Grade 2 - Perioperative
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre· MELBOURNE, VIC, AUResearch Manager - Cancer Surgery
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre· MELBOURNE, VIC, AUHith/Pac Nurse Grade 3B - Peter Mac At Home
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre· MELBOURNE, VIC, AUMedical Laboratory Technician Grade 1 - Nexomics
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre· MELBOURNE, VIC, AU
More jobs in Melbourne
Senior Software Engineer
Leidos· Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaAssistant Valuer
Cushman & Wakefield· Melbourne, AustraliaEngineering Intern
Johnson Controls· Melbourne-Victoria-AustraliaWorkday HCM Consultant - Talent, Performance and Learning Modules
Logic Information Systems, Inc.· MelbourneHousekeeping Attendant
accorpacific___extcandidateportal___en-us· Mantra on Russell, 222 Russell Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia