Medico Legal Support Officer at ACT Health

City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

116592.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Self-motivated, Initiative, Team Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Proficient in Computer Applications, Administrative Support, Litigation Management, Claims Management, Coronial Investigations Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary 6 Month Contract with the possibility of extension and/or permanency Classification: Administrative Service Officer Level 6 (PN 70891) Salary: $102,657 - $116,592 (Plus 12.5%25 Super) Location: Various, with hybrid work arrangements in place Section: Medico Legal Closing Date: 22nd March 2026 What can we offer you: • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital. • Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. • Flexible working conditions. • Access to Employee Assistance Program. • Access to onsite Physiotherapists. • Access to onsite cafes, staff cafeteria, pharmacy and gift shop. About the Role: We are looking for a motivated individual to join the Medico Legal Team. The Medico Legal Support Officer reporting to the Director, will work as part of a small but dedicated team in supporting our Medico Legal Advisors as well as coordinating medico legal related meetings and requests for legal advice. This includes but is not limited to supporting processes for management of litigation and claims, including third party claims and Coronial investigations. You will be responsible for the flow of information between the ACT Insurance Authority (ACTIA) from a medico legal perspective and the ACT Government Solicitor (ACTGS). The role will also provide support to team members involved in medico legal processes across all CHS and assist with delivering education as required. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated with the ability to demonstrate initiative and team collaboration, can think strategically and support the team, has critical thinking and analysis skills, is proficient in the use of computer applications, and is proficient in administrative support to a wider team. For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description. Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: • Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. To Apply: Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page Response to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. ***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position*** Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website. Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Byron McCarthy at (02) 5124 9543 or at Byron.McCarthy@act.gov.au. #LI-DNI

Responsibilities

The officer will support Medico Legal Advisors by coordinating meetings and requests for legal advice, which includes managing processes for litigation, third-party claims, and Coronial investigations. This role also involves managing information flow between ACTIA and ACTGS, and assisting with delivering education across CHS.