Senior Manager Health Information Services

South West Healthcare; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Professional development opportunities

Leadership programs

Excellent terms and conditions

Job summary

South West Healthcare is seeking a Senior Manager Health Information Services in Warrnambool to lead strategic and operational planning for Health Information Services. You will report to the Chief Medical Officer and oversee clinical records, data, coding and access services to support organisational objectives and regulatory compliance.

The role focuses on governance, performance monitoring and the management of patient records across the health service, with a strong emphasis on leading

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or postgraduate qualification in Health Information Management.
• At least five years' experience as a Health Information Manager.
• Eligibility for membership with HIMAA.
• Experience in clinical records, coding, data management and Health Information Access Services.
• Strong negotiation, consultation and executive-level advisory skills.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication and knowledge of health information systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Health Information Services department and teams.
• Plan, organise, direct and evaluate clinical records, data, coding and access services.
• Monitor HIS KPIs and statutory reporting.
• Shape a positive, high-performing culture.

Skills

Health Info Mgmt

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Health Information Management degree

Tools

Health Information Systems

Job description

• Employment Type: Full time (80 hours per fortnight), On going position
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Salary Range: $160,000.00 - $175,000.00 pro rata, plus superannuation, commensurate with qualifications, skills and experience.

About the role

South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking candidates with a strong and experienced background in strategic and operational planning to lead the department of Health Information Services.

Reporting into the Chief Medical Officer, this position is responsible for leading teams to plan, organise, direct and evaluate all facets of health information management including clinical records, clinical data, clinical coding and Health Information Access Services.

The Senior Manager Health Information Services (HIS) is responsive to the organisation's key health information management objectives which includes the monitoring of HIS key performance indicators and statutory reporting as well as maintaining primary responsibility for the governance, management and control of all patient records and clinical records across SWH.

As the Senior Manager within the Health Information Services department, this position will have a significant influence in shaping a positive and high performing culture.

What you bring

• An undergraduate or post-graduate qualification in Health Information Management.
• At least five years' experience working as a Health Information Manager in a public or private healthcare setting
• Eligibility for membership with the Health Information Management Association Australia (HIMMA)
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in managing a health information service providing clinical records management, clinical data management, clinical coding, Health Information Access Services with the ability to plan, direct and evaluate services
• Demonstrated effective negotiation, consultation and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to provide high level advice at a senior/executive management level
• Demonstrated knowledge of health information systems
• High-level commitment to continuous quality improvement
• High-level computer literacy and excellent written and interpersonal communication skills

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

Please note

that applications will be considered throughout the advertising period, and interviews may commence prior to the advertisement closing.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026.

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that is safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

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