The Role:
- Provides high level reporting, analysis and advice to inform and improve service delivery and efficiency across Population Screening and Cancer Prevention. The position provides reporting at national (BreastScreen Australia, Australian Institute of Health Welfare) and local (BreastScreen Tasmania, Department of Health (DoH)) levels as well as leading ad-hoc report development and research-driven data analysis.
- Leads the BreastScreen Tasmania Data Team in managing the BreastScreen Tasmania Client Management System and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS). The role acts as a bridge between the service providers of ICT services, including Vendors and DoH ICT staff, and Population Screening staff.
- Manages the standards of data collection for all clients attending BreastScreen Tasmania including data security, integrity and analysis, and leads the successful implementation, utilisation and evaluation of varied complex clinical information systems both electronic and paper based.
You will need:
- Extensive knowledge, experience and understanding of the planning, administration and operational management of contemporary medical information systems and information and communication technology, including the development and management of contracts and service level agreements. Technical understanding of system configuration and the ability to troubleshoot failures is highly desirable.
- Proven expert knowledge of service planning processes, strategic, conceptual, analytical and creative skills, including the ability to develop and make sound judgments about the application of information systems and technology to maximise the efficient and effective delivery of services. Knowledge of population health screening issues and understanding of the current directions of health policies and programs.
- Demonstrated capacity to independently conduct research and analysis and prepare high level reports and correspondence. This includes proven experience in complex database query design, and the interpretation, presentation and use of statistical information with an emphasis on clinical service delivery, socio-demographic statistics and epidemiological issues.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a period of 12 months.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Classification: General Stream, Band 7
Salary: $128,102 to $134,832 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility:
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Current Driver’s Licence
- Appropriate experience in managing clinical information systems and ICT infrastructure in a distributed environment
Position Features: Some intra and interstate travel will be required.
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Mahmoud Mahmoud
Position: Group Director - Population Screening and Cancer Prevention
Phone number: 0429 540 461
Email address: mahmoud.mahmoud@ths.tas.gov.au
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