Health Information and Records Service (HIRS) Officer

Job Description

Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Administration Officer Level 2Remuneration: $64,046.06 - $66,170.25 per annumHours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part-time hours)Location: Westmead Hospital Play a pivotal role in the future of healthcare – contribute to the evolution of record-keeping and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Where you'll be working Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is dedicated to enhancing health services for the community. Join a team focused on delivering high-quality care and embodying core values. Here's what we offer: Serving Auburn, Blacktown, The Hills Shire, Cumberland, and Parramatta LGAs Providing tier one care for Greater Western Region residents Committed to 'better health services for western Sydney and beyond' Values collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment Focused on primary and secondary health care delivery What you'll be doing Join the team as a Health Information and Records Service (HIRS) Officer, where you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of healthcare record-keeping. Your contribution within this team will help streamline processes and contribute to vital clinical data management in a fast-paced and ever-evolving environment. In this role you will be required to: Manage and digitise clinical documents for electronic medical records. Assist with the creation of new records and manage records destruction. Process offsite storage record requests with efficiency and accuracy. Maintain record integrity while meeting productivity and accuracy targets. Contribute to the seamless integration of hybrid healthcare records. How to Apply Apply online by submitting your resume, and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date. Selection Criteria: Experience in an administrative position and/or knowledge and experience in health administrative functions. Demonstrated ability to prioritise and organise your workload to meet deadlines. Proven attention to detail with the ability to identify and correct errors. Developed computer skills and/or experience with document imaging, patient administration systems, and Microsoft Office suite. Excellent customer service skills with sound oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work as a productive team member and contribute to a positive team culture. Demonstrated understanding of privacy and confidentiality principles and how they are applied in the hospital setting. Requisition ID: REQ557991Applications Close: 12th March 2025 Need more information? Discover more about the application process . Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria. Explore the selection process , employment checks , outcomes and notifications . For inquiries about the role, contact Andrew Hughes at email: People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustments consistent with industry standards. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit: Stepping Up . Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment you must hold current Australian work rights (i.e., Australian citizen, permanent resident, or NZ citizen with a current passport). #J-18808-Ljbffr