AddressThe role
Reporting to the Director, Health Funding Innovation, your role will be responsible for leading the development of advanced data analytics on Hospital and Health Service activity and health care funding, to inform the development of innovative models and funding localisations for inclusion in the Queensland Funding Model.
The successful person
You will have demonstrated:
• Advanced Data Science and Analytics skillset with evidence of application in a healthcare environment.
• Advanced skills in the discovery, location and extraction of healthcare and funding data from a complex multisystem architecture.
• Ability to develop data driven innovative, sensitive and practical solutions, and provide expert strategic advice on complex issues.
• Ability to transform data conclusions into written documentation that can be presented to a wide variety of stakeholders including clinicians, finance professionals and policy subject matter experts.
• Understanding of the Australian Healthcare System, Healthcare Funding and/or Health Information Systems
About us
The Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland. We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace. Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.
The Healthcare Purchasing and System Performance (HPSP) Division purchases public health and social services from service providers to optimise health gains, reduce inequalities, and maximise the health system's efficiency and effectiveness. HPSP ensures health funding is used effectively to meet government priorities and achieve performance objectives outlined in agreements and contracts arising from purchasing decisions. As part of the commissioning role, the Division has responsibility for investing nearly $18 billion on behalf of the State and managing community services contracts to the value of approximately $280 million.
Benefits
• A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development
How to apply
To apply for this opportunity:
• Please submit your resume (including the details of two referees), and
• A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role.
