Health Information and Records Service (HIRS) Officer

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 2
Remuneration: $32.30 - $33.37 per hour 
Hours Per Week: 32 (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

There is no doubt that you will be stepping into a rewarding career based on campus at Westmead Hospital, one of Australia’s premier teaching hospitals. Located in Sydney’s west, we offer a vibrant, supportive environment where your skills and passion for care can truly thrive.

Working with us you will have access to:

• Grow your career with access to ongoing training, tertiary linked development programs.
• Enjoy work life balance through generous leave, and access to on-site childcare.
• An array of public transport options buses/trains and light rail & subsidised onsite staff parking.
• Wellbeing Initiatives including an On-site gym, cafes, and green spaces.
• Boost your take home pay via salary packaging, novated leasing, and meal entertainment benefits.
• Thrive in a team that values collaboration, diversity, and opportunities to specialise across clinical areas.

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.
• Commit to working between the hours of 16:00pm to 00:30am

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:

1. Experience in an administrative position and/or knowledge and experience in health administrative functions.
2. Demonstrated ability to prioritise and organise your workload so that you are able to meet deadlines
3. Proven attention to detail with the ability to identify and correct errors.
4. Developed computer skills and/or experience with document imaging, patient administrations systems and Microsoft Office suite.
5. Excellent customer service skills with sound oral and written communication skills.
6. Demonstrated ability to work as a productive team member and contribute to a positive team culture.
7. Demonstrated understanding of privacy and confidentiality principles and how they are applied in the hospital setting.

Requisition ID: 578602
Applications Close: 27th July 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 Elaine Collins email: Elaine.Collins@health.nsw.gov.au