Chief Health Information Manager

• Full-time, permanent opportunity at NSW’s largest private hospital
• Autonomous role leading our HIM function across 2 sites
• Great working environment in leafy Wahroonga, supportive Exec team
  
  

Taking care of people is our reason for being  

At Adventist Healthcare caring for people is at the core of who we are. It’s what drives us to deliver exceptional outcomes for our patients and it’s a shared sense of purpose that extends to everyone who works here.

When you join our team, you’ll feel valued and supported by our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, great benefits and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation.

Some Of The Exceptional Benefits We Offer Include

• As a not-for-profit, we offer salary packaging that can reduce the amount of tax you pay, which can leave you with thousands of dollars more in your pocket
• Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Discounted gym membership for you and your family using Fitness Passport
• Great on campus amenities including cafés, gift shop, florist and even a hairdresser
• We have many other benefits as well, find our more when you meet us!
  
  

What You Will Be Doing In This Role

As the Chief Health Information Manager (internally known as Network Health Information Manager), you will oversee the strategic direction and operational performance of the Health Information Services across our two sites—Sydney Adventist Hospital and San Day Surgery Hornsby. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will ensure the seamless integration and continuous improvement of health information systems, aligning them with organisational goals and regulatory standards.

You will champion the transition to a fully automated and digitised health information system, including the shift to electronic medical records and implementation of AI solutions, to enhance service delivery and operational performance. You will also be responsible for managing the departmental budget and potentially hold Privacy Officer responsibilities.

Crucially, you’ll lead, inspire, and develop your team through continuous coaching and training, promoting a culture of excellence and ensuring that departmental targets are met with efficiency and professionalism.

You’ll be supported by a welcoming team, work with our bespoke EMR system, enjoy our light filled offices and be encouraged to focus on your professional development and networking. If you are passionate about data governance, healthcare technology, and process optimisation, this is the opportunity for you to make a significant impact.

Who We’re Looking For

This role requires a minimum of five years’ management experience in a tertiary hospital and comprehensive knowledge of contemporary Health Information Management (HIM) practice.

• You'll hold a Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management or equivalent and you’ll be eligible for full membership of the Health Information Management Association of Australia (HIMAA).
• You'll possess in-depth knowledge of contemporary Health Information Management (HIM) practices, including relevant legislation, policy, private health funding, and experience in clinical coding.
• You'll have proven experience with performance frameworks, health funding models (especially private), and related data collections and solid understanding of health information legislation, medical record management, and privacy regulations.
• You'll be familiar with private health sector funding, billing, and associated requirements.
• You'll bring expertise in healthcare information technology, its structure, interoperability, and identified gaps.
• You'll demonstrate strong organisational, communication, leadership, and negotiation skills, along with excellent interpersonal and presentation abilities.
• You'll have strong leadership experience in managing teams within a multi-functional department.
• You'll (ideally) have prior experience as a Privacy Officer.
  
  

About Us

Adventist HealthCare owns and operates San Day Surgery, Hornsby, and the Sydney Adventist Hospital (fondly known as the San). The San is NSW’s largest private hospital. Founded in 1903, we are proudly faith-based and have a proven history of being industry pioneers in ground-breaking research and delivering superior patient care. As a not-for-profit, we continually reinvest in cutting-edge technology and facilities, providing exceptional outcomes for our dedicated team of 2400+ staff members and the community we serve.

What To Expect

Successful candidates will be required to complete a range of pre-employment checks and assessments. These vary and could include professional references, functional questionnaire, a national police check, working with children check, vaccination evidence, among others.

How To Apply

If you see yourself in this role, then we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the ‘Apply’ button and we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing.

Note that applications will be reviewed as they are received and progressed to interview and appointed if deemed suitable. Therefore, we encourage you to Apply Now to avoid disappointment.

If you would like to know more, then please feel free to contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Olivia Jacobs on [email protected] . Please note that no applications via email will be accepted .

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