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27/04/09 WW1970
Program Manager - (Full time) - Cancer Council Victoria, Carlton, Vic.

Cancer Council Victoria is seeking a Program Manager in our Cancer Epidemiology Centre.

The position is responsible for the project management of the Consortium for Inherited Renal Malignancies (CONFIRM).  This is a new research platform that will investigate the causes of kidney cancer and study the factors associated with survival.

The Program Manager will be responsible for the recruitment and management of participants, and the collection, quality assurance and release of data for research.  This position will work within policies and procedures, and evaluate strategies for the efficient and accurate collection of data and biospecimens.

The Program Manager will recruit and lead a small project team, in addition to being responsible for the best use of resources to ensure research outcomes.  Ideally the Program Manager will be a science or health sciences graduate with experience in research.

This is a full-time fixed-term position for 12 months.

Essential Criteria:

Qualifications/Education or Training Required

  • Relevant tertiary qualification, for example a degree in science, health or management

Experience Required

  • Experience (3 years) in a related field, for example in a science research environment, medical research or in the hospital sector.
  • Demonstrated experience in project management to achieve objectives
  • Demonstrated management experience and the ability to lead a team

Job/Work Skills

  • Task and outcomes oriented
  • Demonstrated experience in protocol development and implementation.

Interpersonal Skills

  • Proven ability to communicate in a research environment
  • Excellent communication skills with proven skills in negotiation
  • Enthusiasm and flexibility

Desirable Criteria

  • Qualifications in epidemiology or public health
  • Biological specimen or related laboratory experience

Visit www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers for a Position Description (Key Selection Criteria).

You must address the Key Selection Criteria in a separate document as part of your application, and include a cover letter and your resume.

For further information please contact Jovana on (03) 9365 5603

Applications close Monday 11th May 2009



27/04/09 WW1969
Health Information Manager - (Full time) - South Australian Department of Health, Adelaide, SA

Pay Rate:  $61,309 - $68,678

Ever considered moving to a city of beautiful beaches, world-class vineyards, and an abundance of quality food and wine?
Then Adelaide is the city for you!
Whether you want to be entertained, get out and party, or just relax and enjoy, Adelaide has something for you!

The Medical Record Advisory Unit (MRAU) within the South Australian Department of Health is a team of 4 Health Information Managers that work collaboratively on various projects.  The MRAU are currently seeking an enthusiastic Health Information Manager with a keen interest in data standards and project work.  The position is a full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week.  This position would suit either an experienced Health Information Manager, or a new graduate (with close support from the MRAU team).  The Health Information Manager is accountable to the Chief Health Information Manager, for the development, implementation and evaluation of policies, standards and best practice guidelines for health record systems by co-ordinating relevant projects and providing expert advice to the department, health care units and external clients.  Visit www.health.sa.gov.au/careers for the job and person specification.  Vacancy no: 2524.  Applications must address the key selection criteria in the person specification.

Contact Name:  Narelle Portakiewicz
Contact Title:  Chief Health Information Manager
Telephone:  (08) 8226 8835
Email:  narelle.portakiewicz@health.sa.gov.au

Close Date:  8th May  2009



27/04/09 WW1968
Health Information Manager/Clinical Coder - (Part time) - Matthews Health Coding Solutions, Melbourne, Vic.

Pay Rate:  Negotiable

Matthews Health Coding Solutions has a 10 year proven record of providing both long and short term clinical coding contracts to Hospitals and Day Hospitals.  We also provide all aspects of HIM services including preparing Departments for accreditation, writing of Procedure Manuals, collection of Clinical Indicators as well as transmission of data to State Health Departments and Health Funds.  Should you be successful, you will have the opportunity to work flexible hours in a variety of facilities with above award remuneration.

Essential:

  • Minimum 3 years coding experience
  • Up to date knowledge of ICD-10 AM 6th Edition
  • Experience in processing PRS2 & HCP data
  • Sound verbal and written communication skills
  • Competent in use of Microsoft Office

Desirable:

  • Bachelor of Health Administration or equivalent
  • Ability to work with other professionals
  • Willingness to travel
  • Current drivers licence
  • Membership of HIMAA

Contact Name:  Louise Matthews
Contact Title:  Director, MHCS
Telephone:  (03) 9707 5225
Email:  louisem@mhcs.com.au
Fax:  (03) 9707 2809

Close Date:  8th May 2009



24/04/09 WW1967

HOT JOB OF THE WEEK
Manager Health Information Services
Melbourne Health, Victoria.

An exciting opportunity is available for a motivated and experienced Health Information Manager looking to take the next step in their career as the Manager, Health Information Services for Melbourne Health Melbourne Health is one of Victoria's major public health care providers. It employs more than 7000 staff and manages more than 1000 beds in the acute, sub-acute and community sectors. 

Melbourne Health serves a population of nearly one million people, provides a range of specialist services to all Victorians and produces internationally recognized research and education. You will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of Health Information Services across the Royal Melbourne and Royal Park Campuses. 

The successful applicant will have outstanding communication and staff development skills, previous experience in a management position, leadership qualities, project management experience and a commitment to process improvement.

Attractive Salary and Packaging benefits. Melbourne Health is a values based organization

Enquiries: Jane Widdison (03) 9342 7799 

Applications Close: 10/05/2009



24/04/09 WW1966
Health Information Manager - (Full time) - Box Hill Hospital, Melbourne, Vic.

Pay Rate:  Commensurate with experience

Location:  Box Hill Hospital Department: Health Information Manager (Fixed term 12 month contract) Hours: Full time (including ADO)

Are you interested in broadening your coding and casemix knowledge?
An exciting position exists for a Health Information Manger to full time as part of the Coding and Casemix team.  Box Hill Hospital offers a wide variety of coding specialties including Obstetrics, Oncology, Cardiology, Orthopaedics and Mental Health.  We have a supportive education plan that will help develop your coding and casemix skills in a team environment.  Eastern Health is progressing towards a scanned record environment therefore interested applicants will have the opportunity to be part of projects as a result of this development.  Duties primarily include clinical coding of diseases and procedures utilising activities.  Project work will be assigned in accordance with experience and interest.  It is essential that applicants be eligible for membership to the Health Information Management Association of Australia.

Essential:  

  • Qualification in Health Information Management
  • Eligible for membership to the Health Information Management Association of Australia
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Ability to work individually or as a team member

Desirable: 

  • Minimum 2 years coding experience
  • Knowledge of Word, Excel and Windows based I/T applications
  • Experience with the 3M Codefinder  

Salary commensurate with experience.  For a full position description and to apply on line refer to www.easternhealth.org.au reference number: 55234.

Applicants on line or in writing including Curriculum Vitae and covering letter to Human Resources Recruitment Officer, Eastern Health, P.O. Box 94, Box Hill, 3128.

Contact Name:  Carly Uzkuraitis
Contact Title:  Deputy Mgr HIS/BHH Coding Manager
Telephone:  (03) 9895 3882
Email:  carly.uzkuraitis@easternhealth.org.au
Fax:  (03) 9895 3268

Applications close:  Wednesday 6th May 2009  



23/04/09 WW1965
Health Information Manager - ( Maternity Leave) - Echuca Regional Health, Echuca, Vic.

Position hours:  Fulltime
Pay Rate:  Based on skills and experience

Applications are invited from qualified Health Information Managers to join our team for a period of 12 months.  This position is a maternity leave replacement position.  This position will suit either recent graduates or more experienced professionals wishing to broaden their skills.  Remuneration will be in accordance with skills and experience.

Essential:  

  • Eligibility for membership of HIMAA
  • Experience in ICD-10-AM coding
  • Current Driver's licence
  • Qualification in Health Information Management

Desirable:  

  • Enthusiastic and highly motivated Health Information Manager
  • Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
  • Experience using 3M Codefinder
  • Previous experience in preparation and reconciliation of PRS2 data

Contact Name:  Jenni Webster
Contact Title:  Manager Health Information Services
Telephone:  (03) 5485 5150
Email:  jwebster@erh.org.au
Fax:  (03) 5485 5164

Close Date:  8th May 2009



23/04/09 WW1964
Manager, Health Information Services -(Maternity leave) - Maroondah Hospital, Ringwood East, Vic.

Position hours:  Fulltime
Pay Rate:  Commensurate with experience

Looking for a job that provides a variety of responsibility and scope to professionally grow?  Then consider joining the team at Eastern Health as Manager Health Information Services at Maroondah Hospital.  This 320 bed hospital services the expanding population of the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne.  It provides acute medical and surgical inpatient services, critical care unit, 24 hour Emergency Department, and psychiatric care.  This 12 month maternity leave position is principally responsible for the management of HIS, provision of health information support to Senior Management and advice and education on privacy and health information release.  

As a member of Eastern Health's Health Information Services team strategic input and advice will be sought to help progress records management across EH.  This comes at a time of impending implementation of HealthSmart Clinicals, Global Patient Index, future planning for record scanning and PAS replacement.  Previous experience as a Health Information Manager is essential to meet the challenges the position will present.  The successful applicant will need to possess excellent communication and organisational skills, be self-motivated and work effectively in a team environment.  Applicants must hold a Degree in Health Information Management (or equivalent) and be eligible for full  membership of HIMAA.  For a copy of the full position description and to apply on line go to www.easternhealth.org.au  Applications must include the names of two professional referees.

Contact Name:  Andrea Wecke
Contact Title:  Senior Manager HIS
Telephone:  (03) 9895 3256
Email:  andrea.wecke@easternhealth.org.au
Fax:  (03) 9895 3268

Close Date:  Wednesday 6th May 2009



21/04/09 WW1963
Health Information Manager/Clinical Coder - (Full time) - South Eastern & The Valley Private Hospitals, Vic.

South Eastern and The Valley Private Hospitals are part of Healthecare group.  Through our network of twelve acute medical, surgical and obstetric hospitals and psychiatric facilities, we provide a wide range of high quality healthcare services.  Working with Healthe gives you access to a range of employee benefits including:

  • Opportunities to further develop your qualifications and skills
  • Career advancement
  • Transfer within the Healthe Group

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Clinical Coder/HIM to join our team at South Eastern Private Hospital and The Valley Private Hospital.  This position will be primarily based at the Valley Private Hospital.  Across both sites specialities include: obstetrics, general surgery, medical, oncology, cardiology, orthopaedics, gynaecology, ICU and emergency.

Essential:

  • Degree in Health Information Management or successful completion of recognised Clinical Coding course (HIMAA or equivalent)
  • Up to date knowledge, experience and practice using ICD-10-AM
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Ability to work individually and as a team member
  • Minimum coding experience of 2 years
  • Willingness to learn and perform tasks other than coding such as Privacy and PRS/2, HCP data reporting

Desirable:

  • Experience with the BJS patient information system
  • Knowledge of Word, Excel and Windows based IT applications
  • Experience in the Private Health Sector

Pay rates will be in accordance with level of experience.

Contact:
Anna Mashchenko
National Manager
Ph 9549 6482 Fax: (02) 9332 6488
Email:  anna.mashchenko@healthecare.com.au

Applications Close:  1st May 2009



9/04/09 WW1962
Deputy Chief Health Information Manager, Knox Private Hospital, Wantirna, Vic.

Full Time - Fixed Term (12 Month Maternity Relief) Commencing 18th May 2009.
Knox Private Hospital - Wantirna, Vic.

Located in Wantirna Knox Private Hospital is a fully accredited tertiary facility with 250 beds, providing Emergency Services, Extensive Surgical Specialities, 20 bed ICU/CCU, Medical, Maternity and a full range of Cardiac Services including a twenty four hour Cardiac Catheter Laboratory.  The hospital has six theatres, which offers a broad range of specialities including Cardiac, Neuro, Plastics, Orthopaedics, Urology, Laparoscopic, Colorectal, Vascular and General Surgery.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Deputy Chief Health Information Manager who enjoys the challenge of a complex and varied casemix.  The focus will be to assist the Chief Health Information Manager in the management of the Health Information Service, this includes being responsible for addressing the day to day issues and acting as a liaison person for medical, clerical and ward staff to ensure Health Information/medical record issues are addressed.  The successful candidate will also be expected to ensure that the clinical coding service is the highest standard ensuring accurate and timely completion of coding, collation of statistics, chairing of coding meetings and co-ordinating coding audits.

Knox is currently going through exciting changes which the Deputy will be heavily involved with, including the implementation of the new IBA WebPas and the design and move into a new Health Information Services Department included in the planned 66 bed expansion of the hospital.

Essential:

  • Degree in Health Information Management or equivalent
  • Up to date knowledge and experience using ICD-10-AM including thorough knowledge of the Australian coding standards
  • Ability to be flexible and manage resources to meet company deadlines
  • Ability to provide high quality health information coordination for the hospital and its customers in the absence of the department manager

Desirable:

  • Understanding of the private sector and billing requirments
  • Minimum three years coding experience
  • Previous experience using IBA software

Enquires and Written Applications (including two referees) to:
Jenny O'Callaghan
Manager, Health Information Services
Knox Private Hospital
262 Mountain Highway
Wantirna, Vic, 3152
Telephone:  (03) 9210 7071
Fax: (03) 9210 7073
E-mail:  jennifer.ocallaghan@healthscope.com.au

Applications Close:  Friday 1st May 2009



7/04/09 WW1961
Program Manager - (Full time) - Cancer Council Victoria, Carlton, Vic.

Cancel Council Victoria is seeking a Program Manager in our Cancer Epidemiology Centre.

The position is responsible for the project management of The Consortium for Inherited Renal Malignancies (CONFIRM).  This is a new research platform that will investigate the causes of kidney cancer and study the factors associated with survival.

The Program Manager will be responsible for the recruitment and management of participants, and the collection, quality assurance and release of data for research.  This position will work within policies and procedures, and evaluate strategies for the efficient and accurate collection of data and biospecimens.  The Program Manager will recruit and lead the CONFIRM team, in addition to being responsible for the best use of resources to ensure research outcomes.

You will have a tertiary qualification and several years experience in a health or science related field.  Project management experience, a proven ability to manage a team, demonstrated experience in protocol development and implementation and excellent communication skills will also be required.

This is a full-time fixed-term position with a Total Equivalent Package Value within range $60,315-67,015 pa (include base salary, superannuation, annual leave loading and maximum additional benefit of salary packaging).

Essential Criteria:

Qualifications/Education or Training Required

  • Relevant tertiary qualification; for example a degree in science, health or management.

Experience Required

  • Experience (3 years) in a related field at a senior level; for example in a science research environment, medical research or in the hospital sector.
  • Demonstrated experience in project management to achieve objectives.
  • Demonstrated management experience and the ability to lead a team.

Job/Work Skills

  • Task and outcomes oriented
  • Demonstrated experience in protocol development and implementation

Interpersonal Skills

  • Proven ability to communicate in a research environment.
  • Excellent communication skills with proven skills in negotiation.
  • Enthusiasm and flexibility.

Desirable Criteria:

  • Qualifications in epidemiology or public health.
  • Biological specimen or related laboratory experience.

Visit www.cancervic.org.au/about/careeers for a Position Description (Key Selection Criteria).

You must address the Key Selection Criteria in a separate document as part of your application, and include a cover letter and your resume.

For further information please contact Cassandra on (03) 9635 5164

Applications close Thursday 16th April 2009



6/04/09 WW1960
Data Co-ordinator - (Part time) - North Western Breastscreen (Melbourne Health), Parkville, Vic.

Pay Rate:  Class'n AF23: $35,380.80 ($28.35 hourly rate)

This is a maternity leave relief position.  The successful applicant will be a member of a dynamic multidisciplinary team providing screening and assessment services to women in the North Western region of Melbourne.

Essential:

  • Qualification in Health Information Management
  • Excellent computer literacy
  • Experience with word processing packages and Excel
  • Attention to detail
  • Availability on Mondays

Desirable:  

  • Data management experience
  • Experience with reporting packages

For a job description alone contact:  Tulay Sinatra 03 8387 2088 or tsinatra@breastscreen.org.au

Contact Name:  Victoria Cuevas
Contact Title:   Program Manager
Telephone:  03 8387 2089
Email:  vcuevas@breastscreen.org.au
Fax:  03 8387 2071

Start Date:  4th May 2009
Close Date:  20th April 2009



3/04/09 WW1959
Express of Interest for Health Information Managers/Clinical Coders,  Sydney.

Health Information Management Association of Australia Education Services is seeking expressions of interest from experienced HIM's/Clinical Coders to become part of its education team.  It is essential that applicants have extensive clinical coding experience with a varied casemix, preferably at a teaching hospital level and live in the Sydney area.  Previous experience in clinical coder training is an advantage.

Work is available on a fixed contract basis up until June 2010 on a part-time to full-time basis.  Duties include supervision of students enrolled in HIMAA's coders in the Northern Sydney region.

Expression of interest and enquiries should be sent to:

Lyn Williams
Team Leader, Education Services
HIMAA Ltd
Locked Bag 2045
NORTH RYDE  NSW  1670

Ph:  9887 5032
Email:  lynw@himaa.org.au

Closing date:  17th April 2009



3/04/09 WW1958
Clinical Coder - (Full time) - The Mount Hospital, Perth, W.A.

Pay Rate:  Negotiable and will correspond to experience

Hours/Days:  Flexible - ability to work after-hours and over weekends if desired.

The Mount Private Hospital is a leader in the provision of private hospital services in Western Australia.  It is located at the base of Kings Park on Mounts Bay Road, Perth and provides access to the State's leading surgeons and hospital equipment.  The Mount Hospital is part of the Healthscope group.  Healthscope is one of the country's leading providers of private health care including 43 private hospitals, Gribbles Pathology with 63 laboratories in Australia as well as laboratories in New Zealand and South East Asia, DCdeL Laboratories in NSW and 45 Medical Centres throughout Australia.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Clinical Coder to join our Health Records team.  The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of accurate and timely Clinical Coding for inpatient separations in accordance with Hospital, State and Commonwealth data standards and legislation, to facilitate in the allocation of Australian Refined Diagnosis Related Groups (AR_DRG) for funding, inpatient activity, clinical and non-clinical research, casemix analysis and patient care quality improvement.  

Casemix at The Mount Hospital: Neurology, Oncology, Cardiology, General Medicine, Cardiothoracic-Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Orthapaedic Surgery, Gastroenterology

Essential:  

  • Completion of an approved course in ICD-10-AM coding
  • Current Clinical Coding experience in an inpatient setting dealing with a wide variety of casemix 
  • Knowledge and understanding of casemix/Diagnosis Related Groups applications 
  • Functions and communicates effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team and maintains productive working relationships at all levels
  • Computer literate and good keyboard skills

Contact Name:  Annie Pathak
Contact Title:  Health Information Manager
Telephone:  08 9483 2821
Email:  Annie.Pathak@healthscope.com.au
Fax:  08 9483 2888

Close Date:  15th May 2009



2/04/09  WW1957
Manager - (Full time) - Health Information Services, Yarra Ranges Health and Healesville Health Services, Eastern Health, Melbourne, Vic

Pay Rate:  Commensurate with experience

We are looking for a dynamic Health Information Manager to join Eastern Health as the the Manager of HIS at Yarra Ranges and Healesville Health Service.  Yarra Ranges is a brand new facility located in Lilydale and is the second site in Eastern Health to have a scanned medical record, Clinical Patient Folder (CPF).  At the Healesville site patient care is support by a paper medical record.  By joining the HIS team at Eastern Health you will have the support of the other managers and be involved in the planning and decision making in health information activities that have commonality between sites.

Responsibility for the management of Health Information Services at Yarra Ranges and Healesville will be the core function of this position. 

This includes:

  • Management of the CPF
  • Education and training of clinical staff in the use of CPF
  • Management of 1.6 EFT HIS Scanning clerical staff
  • Clinical coding of diseases and procedures using Encoder software
  • PRS2/VAED reporting
  • Development of Quality and Business Plans and participation in various quality activities
  • Provision of education and training to Health Care Professionals regarding documentation and Casemix
  • Act as Privacy and FOI Officer for Yarra Ranges
  • Design and planning of the paper based record at Healesville

The successful applicant must demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of current ICD-10-AM coding standards and guidelines.  It is essential that applicants be eligible for membership to the Health Information Management Association of Australia.  For a full position description, and to apply on line refer to:  www.easternhealth.org.au

Contact Name:  Katie Fruin
Contact Title:  Manager, Health Information Services
Telephone:  03 9871 3360
Email:  katie.fruin@easternhealth.org.au

Close Date:  9th April 2009


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