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Cancer Council Victoria aims to reduce the incidence of cancer and provide support for people who have cancer.  The Cancer Epidemiology Centre (CEC) manages several research databases including the Victorian Cancer Registry (VCR), which stores information about all cancers diagnosed in Victorian residents.

The CEC is seeking the services of an experienced and enthusiastic Operations Manager to provide overall management of the day-to-day operations of the VCR.

Reporting to the Director - Registry Systems, the Operations Manager will be responsible for staff management and resources, monitoring the progress of cancer registration processing and workflow, and establishing and maintaining systems and procedures to achieve a comprehensive, accurate and secure registry database.  An important part of the role includes overseeing the notification of cancer reports from external organisations such as hospitals, pathology labs and prescribed register notifiers.

The successful individual will have a degree in Health Information Management or a related field, and have extensive experience in a hospital or health setting where workflow and staff management have been a major component.  You will possess high level planning, communication and organisational skills, coupled with a comprehensive understanding of the legal and ethical issues involved with population based cancer data collections.

This is a full-time continuing position with a Total Equivalent Package Value within range $72,824-$85,673 pa (includes base salary, superannuation, annual leave loading and maximum additional benefit of salary packaging).

Key Selection Criteria

Essential Criteria

Qualifications/Education or Training Required

• A degree in Health Information Management or other related field.
• Minimum 5 years work experience in a hospital or other health setting with workflow and staff management experience.

Experience Required

• Extensive experience in staff management, Experience in development, definition and documentation of workflow procedures.
• Experience in workflow management, which should include planning, monitoring and evaluation.
• Experience in development and management of data quality assurance programs.
• Experience in the use and application of disease classification systems.
• Experience with health-related data capture programs.

Job/Work Skills

• High level planning, management and organisational skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of the legal and ethical issues involved with population based cancer data collections.
• High-level computer skills using Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Access.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including report writing skills.

Interpersonal Skills

• To be a self-starter who can work independently with limited direction and who can generate, schedule and prioritise work on their own behalf.

For further information and a Position Description (Key Selection Criteria) please visit www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers  or contact Jovana Ohis on (03) 9635 5603.

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

Applications close:  Sunday 5th July 2009

Cancer Council Victoria is seeking a Data Manager to assist in the Cancer Epidemiology Centre's (CEC's) collaborative research program, which involves recruiting cancer patients into ethically approved studies.

Reporting to the Director of Registry Systems, the Data Manager is responsible for the identification of cancer patients meeting the cancer eligibility criteria.  Eligible patients are then approached in accordance with agreed protocols, to obtain permission to release their contact details to the cancer study researchers for inclusion into their study. 

A relevant tertiary qualification is desirable and/or significant relevant experience.  You will have exceptional written and verbal communication abilities in order to facilitate relationships with staff and study participants.  Your ability to schedule, prioritise task and work autonomously will ensure you will be able to meet recruitment targets.

This is a full-time fixed-term position for 12 months with a Total Equivalent Package Value within range $46,154-$51,279 pa (includes base salary, superannuation, annual leave loading and maximum additional benefit of salary packaging).

Please read the Position Description (Key Selection Criteria)

Essential Criteria

Qualifications/Education or Training Required

• A degree in Health Information Management, Nursing, Science or other related field, OR
• If the applicant does not have a degree, a minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a cancer data management role or similar role is required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with patients.

Job/Work Skills

• Ability to manage a databases to ensure information is complete, accurate and accessible.
• Ability to follow and monitor adherence to standard protocols and procedures for data management and recruitment of registry patients.
• Ability to schedule and prioritise tasks and to work with minimal supervision.
• Skills in computing including familiarity with Windows, Word and Excel.
• Understanding and appreciation of medical profession etiquette and ethics including privacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to interpret information from pathology reports to identify patients meeting study selection criteria.

Interpersonal Skills

• Effective communication skills to facilitate relationships with internal staff and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to liaise with doctors and cancer patients with sensitivity and discretion.

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 the Position Description and further information visit - www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers  or contact Jovana on (03) 9635 5603.

Applications close Sunday 5th July 2009

Pay Rate:  Grade 3

This is a newly created role established to meet increasing hospital requirements for clinician education in coding and casemix and to continue current coding and auditing requirements.  This is a position that will allow a creative HIM to build this role into a significant contributor to the Department and Hospital.  Applicants are encouraged to speak to Cameron Barnes prior to application.

Essential:

• High level coding and casemix knowledge
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral
• Major, acute hospital experience
• Auditing experience
• Dynamic and willing to take on challenges

Desirable:

• Paediatric coding and casemix knowledge
• Staff management skills
• Experience in a similar role

Please apply via the RCH website: http://www.rch.org.au/careers/

Contact Name:  Cameron A Barnes
Contact Title:  Manager. HIS
Telephone:  (03) 9345 6106
Email:  cameron.barnes@rch.org.au

Close Date:  26th June 2009

Join the Monitoring Evaluation and Research Unit at the Cancer Institute NSW

The Cancer Institute NSW is Australia's first state-wide, government supported Cancer control agency, saving lives through promoting the best cancer research, prevention, early detection, treatment and education initiatives.  The Cancer Institute NSW is driving innovation in cancer care in NSW by working in partnership with the leaders in the field to deliver the best cancer results for the people of NSW.

The Monitoring Evaluation and Research Unit is responsible for a range of activities to meet the institute's reporting requirements.  This includes regular reporting for Divisions and Units, analytical support for reporting and special projects, and collaboration and advice on the design and development of methods to evaluate programs and projects.  The Unit also operates a statistical and epidemiological consultancy service and is integral to building research capacity within the Institute.  Other key functions include the design, development and refinement of information systems to support the Institute's monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities.

Analyst, Data and Reporting Systems

• New permanent position
• Opportunity to work with large complex datasets
• Work with a team of technical specialists

The Analyst, Data & Reporting Systems is responsible for the collation, analysis and dissemination of accurate data and the preparation of reports.  The position also contributes to the development, implementation and evaluation of programs through provision of statistical and epidemiological data and advice to support screening programs, cancer research and related activities.

To be successful in this role you will have tertiary qualifications in health information management, statistics or a related discipline and experience in manipulating, analysing and reporting on large complex datasets using SAS or similar software tools.  You will also have good analytical and problem solving skills, sound organisational skills and well developed written and oral communication skills.

If you are interested in these position please access application information and a comprehensive job description from  www.cancerinstitute.org.au

For all positions at the Cancer Institute NSW applicants must be able to demonstrate in their application that they meet the selection criteria.

The successful applicant will be expected to show commitment to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity Occupational Health and Safety, Cultural Diversity policies and programs and ethical practices.

For further information please contact Elaine Boyd on 02 8374 5607

Applications close on Friday 10th July 2009.

Join the Monitoring Evaluation and Research Unit at the Cancer Institute NSW

The Cancer Institute NSW is Australia's first state-wide, government supported Cancer control agency, saving lives through promoting the best cancer research, prevention, early detection, treatment and education initiatives.  The Cancer Institute NSW is driving innovation in cancer care in NSW by working in partnership with the leaders in the field to deliver the best cancer results for the people of NSW.

The Monitoring Evaluation and Research Unit is responsible for a range of activities to meet the institute's reporting requirements.  This includes regular reporting for Divisions and Units, analytical support for reporting and special projects, and collaboration and advice on the design and development of methods to evaluate programs and projects.  The Unit also operates a statistical and epidemiological consultancy service and is integral to building research capacity with the Institute.  Other key functions include the design, development and refinement of information systems to support the Institute's monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities.

Manager, Data and Reporting

• New permanent position
• Manage a web based online analysis and reporting tool
• Establish and manage a data access process

The Manager, Data & Reporting is responsible for overseeing the provision of information in response to data requests received by the Cancer Information & Registries division and the Cervical Screening Program.  The role is responsible for the ongoing development and maintenance of a web based analysis and reporting tool, the establishment and management of a data access process and the provision of expert advice for the interpretation of data.  The role is also responsible for day to day management of an Analyst, Data and Reporting Systems.

To be successful in this role you will hold tertiary qualifications in health information management, statistics or a related discipline and have a extensive experience in manipulating, analysing and reporting on large complex datasets using SAS or similar software tools.  You will also have experience developing and managing metadata, and high level communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

If you are interested in these position please access application information and a comprehensive job description from  www.cancerinstitute.org.au

For all positions at the Cancer Institute NSW applicants must be able to demonstrate in their application that they meet the selection criteria.

The successful applicant will be expected to show commitment to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, Occupational Health and Safety, Cultural Diversity policies and programs and ethical practices.

For further information please contact Elaine Boyd on 02 8374 5607

Applications close on Friday 10 July 2009

This position provides an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Health Information Manager to join the Caulfield Hospital team and gain experience in the variety of responsibilities and challenges found within a subacute and extended care setting.

Caulfield Hospital provides a wide range of health care services to inpatients and outpatients for acute, rehabilitation, psychiatric and sub acute care, residential care and a broad range of community and regional health services.

A key focus of this position is coding, auditing, PRS2, subacute casemix, medico-legal processing and reporting for clinical and performance indicators.  New graduates will be considered.

Essential:  Bachelor of Health Information Management or equivalent, coding experience with a sound understanding of current standards, effective communication skills and able to work independently and as a team member.

Desirable:  Understanding of the different funding streams and reporting requirements within a subacute organisation.

Enquiries:  Jane Kaye on Telephone:  03 9076 6718

For further information and to apply for this position, please visit 
www.alfredhealth.org.au click on Careers and enter job reference number 521620 in search.

Closing Date:  30th June 2009

Pay Rate:  Remuneration $59,295 - $70,400 Salary Packaging also available

Essential Criteria:

• A strong commitment to the St John of God Mission and Culture
• Demonstrated high quality coding skills using ICD-10-AM
• Appropriate tertiary qualification in Health Information Management or equivalent
• Experience in collection and submission of clinical indicators and PRS/2
• Eligible for HIMAA membership
• Excellent knowledge of the Australian Coding Standards and related publications
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise a busy and varied workload
• Interest in Quality activities

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous private sector experience

Contact Name:  Megan Morrison
Contact Title:  Manager, Health Information Services
Telephone:  03 5226 1354
Email:  megan.morrison@sjog.org.au
Fax:  03 5226 8824

Applications Close Date:  26th June 2009

Mercy Hospital for Women has an interesting, exciting and challenging opportunity for an experienced Health Information Manager to undertake this rewarding full time fixed term Maternity Leave position.  The position is currently a contract to Sep 2009 with a possibility to extend to Sep 2010.  This position offers varied duties and is idea for a career driven HIM.  

Responsibilities include PRS/2 data transmission, DHS Liaison, ICD-10-AM coding, SPI and BOS Administrative functions, Quality Improvement and EQuIP activities, PCMS upgrades, creation of HIS internet/intranet page, supervising HIM students on placements and CPF project liaison.  The role will also include back up reporting requirements for other HIMs on leave.  The ability to work independently and in a team environment to meet deadlines, coupled with good interpersonal and communication skills is essential.  You will have previous reporting experience and a high level of ICD-10-AM coding experience.  To be successful for the position, candidate must meet the position requirements as well as provide a current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.

For further information and to apply for this position please visit our website at www.mercy.com.au

Contact Name:  Kristella Ligthart
Contact Title:  Manager
Telephone:  03 8458 4173
Fax No:  03 8458 4818

Close Date:  22nd June 2009

Applications are invited for this position in the Health Information Services Department.

Mt Alexander Hospital, Castlemaine, is a 263 bed Accredited facility which combines Acute, Rehabilitation, Residential and Community Care.  Castlemaine is only 80 minutes from Melbourne and 30 minutes from the regional centre of Bendigo.  It has excellent cultural and recreational facilities in a pleasant and friendly rural environment.

This position would suit recent graduates.  Duties include clinical coding , auditing and continuous improvement activities across disciplines as well as within HIS.  Mt Alexander Hospital is implementing HealthSmart, and opportunities exist to be part of change management projects.  The Health Information Services department has a supportive team of experienced HIMs/Clinical Coders and clerical staff.
Remuneration will be in accordance with skills and experience.

Key Selection Criteria:

Essential:

• Qualification in Health Information Management & eligibility for membership of HIMAA
• Demonstrated coding competency
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong commitment to quality
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Preferable:

• Experience in ICD-10-AM coding
• Experience using 3M Codefinder
• Current drivers license

Further information is available from Heather Paulet on (03) 5471 1490

Letter of Application responding to Key Selection Criteria to Angela Turley, Human Resources, PO Box 50, Castlemaine, Vic, 3450 by Friday 26th June 2009.

An opportunity exists for a qualified Health Information Manager to join our team within Health Information at Latrobe Regional Hospital.

A Degree in Health Information Management or equivalent is highly desirable, as will eligibility for membership to HIMAA.  The successful applicant will possess the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of staff.

For additional information about this position please contact Sharon Shaw, Manager, Health Information on telephone (03) 5173 8844.

The successful applicant will be required to apply for and pass a National Police Check.

To apply for this vacancy please visit our website - www.lrh.com.au Career Section or contact Employee Services on (03) 5173 8635

Applications close  26th June 2009

Lyell McEwin Hospital, Adelaide, S.A.
Indicative Total Remuneration:  $75,477 - $83,509 - Perm F/T - AS05

You will be responsible for the direction, coordination and management of coding services at Lyell McEwin Hospital.  Providing strategic and operational direction, you'll assist health care professionals in the application of coding documentation and related casemix processes.  You'll assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate best practice in coding documentation, quality and auditing requirements, staff knowledge and guidelines in line with the Department of Health SA Morbidity Coding Standards and Guidelines.

You'll have satisfactorily completed the Health Information Management Association of Australian (HIMAA) ICD-10-AM Coding course at the Intermediate level, and have detailed working knowledge of Australian and SA Coding Standards.  With at least 5 years experience in management of staff, you'll be self directed and able to plan and implement services.

Job Ref: 3671
For further information and to apply please visit www.health.sa.gov.au/careers

Close Date:  19th June 2009

An opportunity exists for enthusiastic HIM's or Clinical Coders to join the Health Information Management Unit at Northern Health.  The successful applicant(s) will be primarily based at The Northern Hospital with the possibility of working at other Northern Health campuses.  Northern Health is currently assessing the suitability of coding from home so successful applicants may be eligible for this in the future.  

The role includes, ICD-10-AM coding form the Clinical Patient Folder (scanned medical record) using the 3M Codefinder, coding audits and Quality Improvement activities.  We require enthusiastic Health Information Mangers/Clinical Coders with effective communication and organisational skills who can work in a team environment and relate well to all levels of staff.  

Essential:  

• Eligible for full membership with HIMAA
• Effective communication and management skills
• Ability to achieve targets and deadlines
• Knowledge of casemix funding

Desirable:

• ICD-10-AM coding and auditing experience
• Experience using the 3M Codefinder

Contact Name:  Melissa Sajeva or Patricia Savino
Contact Title:  Northern Health Coding Manager, Northern Health Coding Auditor
Telephone:  03 8405 2021 or 03 8405 8083
Email:  melissa.sajeva@nh.org.au or patricia.savino@nh.org.au

Applications addressing Key Selection Criteria and including the names of three professional referees should be forwarded to jobs@nh.org.au or to Human Resources, The Northern Hospital, 185 Cooper Street, Epping, Vic. 3076 by date specified.  Applicants are required to undergo a Police Records check.

Reference Number:  2818

Applications Close:  18th June 2009.  

Cancel Council Victoria is seeking a Coordinator, Consensus Data Sets to join the Victorian Cancer registry (VCR) located within the Cancer Epidemiology Centre.  The VCR supports standard based approaches to data capture.  The development and implementation of standard data dictionaries enables the integration use and view of data for clinical care, research and Registry purposes.  This position will drive the establishment of agreed data standards in a tumour stream based paradigm.

The position will coordinate the development, implementation and ongoing management of a consensus dataset for the 10 statewide tumour streams.  The incumbent will also coordinate the publication of cancer information standards that will support clinical and reporting systems and improve the quality of cancer care in Victoria.  The incumbent will be required to work collaboratively with key stakeholders.

You will be degree qualified in Health Information Management or other related field with relevant experience working in oncology data management.  You will have previous demonstrated experience in health related data capture programs and experience in the use and application of disease/procedure classification systems.

This is a full-time fixed-term position for 2 years.

Key Selection Criteria

Essential Criteria

Qualifications/Education or Training Required

• A degree in Health Information Management or other related field with five years experience working in oncology data management (at least 2 at a higher level)
• Analysis and reporting of cancer data
• Data dictionary development and maintenance

Experience Required

• Experience with health related data capture programs.
• Experience in the use and application of disease/procedure classification systems

Job /Work Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including report writing skills
• High level planning and organisational skills

Interpersonal Skills

• To be a self-starter who can work independently with limited direction and who can generate, schedule and prioritise work on their own behalf
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, and the ability to assess a situation and its sensitivity and respond appropriately.
• Excellent facilitation, negotiation and influencing skills.

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) 9635 5603

Applications close Sunday 14th June 2009

Austin Health - Health Information Managers two positions grade 2:  1.  Full time permanent 2.  Temporary Maternity leave - till Oct 2009.

Exciting opportunities exist for those who are looking for a new challenges.  We are seeking experienced and motivated people who have an interest in training and coding education to join our Casemix/Coding Unit.  The unit has recently moved into a renovated area within the Health Information Service.  Austin Health offers statewide services in Liver Transplant, Spinal and Respiratory Support.  The Casemix is wide ranging and covers most specialty areas except Obstetrics.

Austin is a leader with New Technologies in health care such as Percutaneous Heart Value replacements and the use of Endoscopic Ultrasounds.  Austin Health is implementing new projects such as scanned medical records as we move toward the electronic record.  All staff have access to the Salary packaging program.

The successful applicants will have an extensive background in a wide range of Casemix.  They will demonstrate excellent communication skills, an ability to work as part of and lead a team.  Experience with VAED reporting, internal auditing, management of staff and an interest in training of staff.  There will be a wide range of responsibilities for the successful applicants.  If no suitable Grade 2 applicants apply then others may be considered, also part-time may be considered for suitable applicants.  The position description is available from the Austin Health Website.

Contact Name:  Maxine Selkirk
Contact Title:  Coding/Casemix Manager
Telephone:  03 9496 3708
Email:  maxine.selkirk@austin.org.au
Fax:  03 9458 4557

Close Date:  12th June 2009

An Opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join the current team of Health Information Managers at Western Health.  This permanent full time position involves ICD-10-AM coding (using 3M encoder), DRG audit/casemix analysis, and other duties such as clinical indicators, ICU data collection, project work, are allocated on a rotational basis.

This position will be based at Footscray but travel to Sunshine and Williamstown Hospital may also be required.  Good interpersonal skills are essential as the position requires liaising with all levels of staff.  Experience in coding desirable.  A recognised qualification in Health Information Management or equivalent is required.  Applications must be eligible for full membership of the Health Information Management Association of Australia.

Essential:

• Bachelor of Health Information Management
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of Casemix funding/DRG's
• Demonstrate skills in ICD 10 Clinical coding
• Demonstrate competency in a range of Microsoft applications Word, Excel etc
• Demonstrate high standard of organisations, communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable:

• Minimum of 1 years experience within health Information or similar service

To view position description and apply for this position please visit our recruitment website at http://westernhealth.mhr.com.au

Contact Name:  Sara Russell
Contact Title:  Manager HIS Western Health
Telephone:  03 8345 6365
Email:  sara.russell@wh.org.au

Close Date:  12th June 2009

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