Health Information Manager

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent position
• Part time (64 hours per fortnight)
• Health Information Manager Grade 2 Year 1-4 (JA7-JB1)
• Located at Caulfield and Sandringham Hospital
• Great Staff Benefits

The Department

Health Information Services (HIS) provides invaluable operational support that contributes to the efficient functioning of Alfred Health services. The Health Information Services team plays a fundamental role in delivering health information to the Alfred Health community.

Our team prides themselves on the ability to support our clinical and clerical teams to provide the best patient care.  

Health Information Services supports the delivery of quality health information across the three campuses at Alfred Health.

Health Information Services is responsible for many services, some of which include:

• Management of medical records
• Clinical Coding Support
• Management and governance of patient medical record numbers
• Patient administration system (iPM)
• Scanning and importing of all internal and external clinical documentation
• Statutory reporting of all inpatient episodes (VAED) 
• Dictation and transcription services
• Enquiries including the main reception at the Alfred Hospital, Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre and Caulfield Hospital
• Switchboard services at The Alfred and Caulfield Hospitals
• Release of information to external health services
• Management and coordination of subpoena and warrant compliance
• Alfred Health Archives

As one of Victoria's largest health services, Alfred Health offers variety, innovation and the chance to challenge yourself and be part of a collaborative and caring team. An opportunity is available for someone with strong computer skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills who is looking to build on their healthcare career.

The Role

The Health Information Manager will be responsible for the following:

• Health information services operations 
• Mobility data collection 
• Reporting 
• Quality improvement 

Qualifications and Experience Required

Essential

• Bachelor of Health Information Management or equivalent
• Current knowledge in ICD-10-AM, ACS, VAED reporting, National Funding Model
• Eligible for full membership of the Health Information Management Association of Australia      

Desirable 

• Experience in a clinical coding role, ideally with exposure to a diverse casemix
• Knowledge/experience with using an electronic medical record (EMR) and Cerner applications
• Knowledge/experience with using iPM (patient administration system)

Staff Benefits

• Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
• Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
• Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness
• Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

For enquiries regarding this role, please contact Shauna McEgan, Manager HIS Caulfield & Sandringham on 03 9076 6718.

Applications close 11pm AEDT, Wednesday 26th March 2025.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au