Rural Health Information & Privacy Clerk

Southern NSW Local Health District; Moruya; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing benefits

Fitness Passport

Influenza vaccinations

Job summary

Southern NSW Local Health District is seeking an Administration Officer Level 4 for a permanent full-time role based in the Southern NSW region. The position focuses on releasing health information under privacy laws, with support across clinical and non-clinical departments to maintain service efficiency and patient care.

The role requires understanding privacy principles, effective communication, and the ability to work autonomously in a small team.

Qualifications

• Clear and effective written and oral communication.
• Ability to understand and apply health information privacy laws and guidelines.
• Work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to drive and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage release of information requests in line with Privacy Act and Health Information Privacy Manual.
• Support for health information services and coordination within a rural hospital setting.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of information provided to third parties and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Autonomy

Driver's license

Willingness to travel

Tools

Adobe Pro

eMR system

Patient administration system

Secure email apps

Job description

Southern NSW Local Health District is seeking an Administration Officer Level 4 for a permanent full-time role based in the Southern NSW region. The position focuses on releasing health information under privacy laws, with support across clinical and non-clinical departments to maintain service efficiency and patient care.

The role requires understanding privacy principles, effective communication, and the ability to work autonomously in a small team.