Allied Health Clinical Informatics & Digital Health Lead

• Permanent Part Time (40 hours per fortnight)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Exciting leadership opportunity in an emerging area of healthcare

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

About the role

As a key member of the Allied Health Leadership group, the Allied Health Clinical Informatics & Digital Health Leader is responsible for providing innovative solutions to problems and creating a scalable and maintainable system for the input, management and reporting of Allied Health data.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

Essential

• Tertiary qualification in a Health related field as an Allied Health Professional
• Eligibility for registration with AHPRA or if a member of a non AHPRA registered profession, eligible for membership of the relevant professional body
• Demonstrated leadership and facilitation skills
• Knowledge and experience of information systems and technology, particularly those used in a public health setting
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills and the ability to interpret trends and use initiative to address problems
• Demonstrated ability to understand the dynamics of a large, complex healthcare organisation
• Ability to lead and influence change in a collaborative environment
• Demonstrated ability to establish relationship with key stakeholders

Desirable

• Completion of or progress towards an additional formal qualification at a Masters (or above) level related to role
• Postgraduate qualification in health informatics
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Previous experience within the public health care sector

Capabilities

• As outlined in the Department of Health Allied Health Digital Capability Framework at Expert level

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manger listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.

Eastern Health Values:  Patients First | Agility | Humility | Respect | Kindness | Excellence

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**