Manager-Health Information

About the role:
The Manager- Health Information is responsible for the provision of contemporary leadership, practical support and innovative advice in all facets of health record and health information processes across Western NSW LHD. Performing the role of Privacy Contact Officer and providing advice and guidance on all issues concerning privacy for the LHD.

Within this role you will be required to provide a high level of expert advice, coordinate local policy and procedure development while providing support, advice and education on day to day functioning of health information management.

This is a targeted position in accordance with GSE Rule 26 – affirmative action will be applied to employment of eligible persons. For more information, visit Government Sector Employment (General) Rules 2014. All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position.

Where you’ll be working:  

The Health Information team is responsible for strategic and professional leadership in the management of health information, to meet the medical, legal, ethical and administrative requirements of the healthcare system.

Health Information Communication & Technology, a part of the Western NSW Local Health District and Far West Local Health District.

For more information on living and working in our beautiful region, visit our website Western NSW Health Careers.

About us:
WNSWLHD is the largest employer in the region, with over 7,700 dedicated staff working across 3 major rural referral hospitals, 50 community health centres, numerous corporate and executive offices and 38 inpatient facilities – which include 25 multipurpose services and 4 district health services.

We are committed to building a workplace that values diversity, inclusion and belonging, by recognising and valuing the skills and strengths each person can bring to our organisation. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse groups.

Some of the benefits of working with us include:

• Genuine support in an inclusive, compassionate and caring team environment.
• Interesting and challenging work that will bring your purpose to life, broaden your scope and fast track your career. 
• Greater autonomy and responsibility to reach your full potential.
• Opportunities to make an impact and shape the future of rural health through involvement in projects, innovations and research.
• Opportunities for learning and development, including access to a mentoring program and in-house training with our Organisational Development Unit and eLearning system.
• Access to Salary Packaging to save tax, Fitness Passport and free & confidential counselling services.

How to apply:
Candidates must read the Position Description and address the Selection Criteria for the role, providing examples where required. You must also upload a copy of your current CV as part of your application. For assistance, see our Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD. For further information on the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards.

Applications will close 5 December 2023 – 11:59pm. 

For role related enquiries, please reach out to Anne-Marie Floyd on 0437 654 578 or

Anne-Marie.floyd@health.nsw.gov.au