Data Manager - Emergency Department

Southern NSW Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

The Data Manager at SCHN will effectively manage the Emergency Department information systems, ensuring high data quality and timely reporting to support patient flow and safe care. The role involves producing reports for planning, audits, and research, and contributing to policy development to improve outcomes for ED patients.

Working with clinical teams, you will interpret medical data, maintain data integrity, and assist with performance benchmarking and Ministry of Health targets.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Health Information Management or in the process of obtaining this qualification.
• Competent in Excel, Access, Outlook, and Microsoft Word.
• An understanding of NSW Health Core Values and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Proven ability to prioritise tasks and meet pre-determined targets and deadlines.
• Qualifications or demonstrated experience using Medical Terminology and ability to interpret medical records for required information and results.
• Experience working in multiple Teams and engaging clinicians in data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• The Data Manager effectively and efficiently manages the information systems/data of the Emergency by ensuring the quality and integrity of the data.
• Provides administrative support for all reporting requirements relation to Emergency Department data.
• Supports the Emergency Department in the delivery of safe quality care by the timely reporting of data that support operational patient flow.
• Meet pre-determined targets, benchmarks and deadlines determined by the Ministry of Health; generates statistical reports for strategic planning and performance measurements.
• Design morbidity/mortality reports for research purposes for use within and outside the hospital.
• Assist ED management in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to provide better outcomes for the clients of the Emergency Department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Prioritisation

Data interpretation

Education

Health Information Management qualification or in progress

Tools

Excel

Access

Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Health Mgr Lvl 1
Remuneration:91326 - 121497 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ694430
Location:Westmead
Applications Close:Midnight on 4 October 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Karl Pobre on [e-mail]

As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thou sands o f children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

What you'll be doing

The Data Manager effectively and efficiently manages the information systems/data of the Emergency by ensuring the quality and integrity of the data.
This position is responsible for providing administrative support for all reporting requirements relation to Emergency Department data. The role supports the Emergency Department in the delivery of safe quality care by the timely reporting of data that support operational patient flow.
Meet pre-determined targets, benchmarks and deadlines determined by the Ministry of Health; statistical reports for strategic planning and performance measurements to the Director and Nurse Manager of Emergency as well as reports for internal audits in other clinical departments. They also design morbidity/mortality reports for research purposes for use within and outside the hospital.
They will assist ED management in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to provide better outcomes for the clients of the Emergency Department.

Additional Benefits (where applicable):

Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)

• Previous experience in Health Information Management or in process of obtaining this qualification
• Competent in the use of relevant computer applications Excel, Access, Outlook, Microsoft Word
• A sound understanding of NSW Health Core Values and confidentiality
• Demonstrated attention to detail, troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Proven ability to prioritise tasks and meet pre-determined targets and deadlines
• Qualifications/or demonstrated experience using Medical Terminology and ability to interpret medical records for required information and results
• Experience in working in multiple Teams and engaging clinicians in data interpretation

Child Safe Standards:

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health's commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information:

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

An Eligibility List

may be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [e-mail]

For technical support please contact 1300 679 367

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.