Medical Transcriptionist - General Surgery

• Dunedin Hospital
• Permanent, part-time role (0.4 FTE)
• Salary band: $67,943 - $72,495 per annum pro-rata and KiwiSaver

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

This role provides high-quality transcription and administrative support to ensure efficient service delivery, with accurate documentation completed within target timeframes.

Tasks include but are not limited to:

• transcribing dictated documentation using transcription software, ensuring timely and accurate turnaround
• completing transcription tasks within agreed timeframes and uploading or dispatching documents to the correct stakeholders promptly
• reviewing spelling, grammar, and formatting of transcribed documents to ensure accuracy and high quality
• verifying patient information throughout the transcription process to ensure clinical documents are accurate and up to date
• maintaining and protecting patient information in compliance with the Health Information Privacy Code under the Privacy Act.

About the Team/Service/Location

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people across diverse communities. We take pride in the services we provide and aim to improve, promote, and protect the health of our region. Our dedicated and passionate staff are a key driving force behind achieving these standards, and we are looking for like-minded individuals to join us.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have:

• at least two years of administrative experience
• a high standard of written and verbal communication skills
• knowledge of office systems and procedures
• strong literacy and numeracy skills
• excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (email)
• touch typing skills with a speed above 65 words per minute
• strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.

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Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce so we can better understand and serve our communities. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to apply

To apply, please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Wednesday, 29 April 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mikayla Hamilton mikayla.hamilton@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.