AddressPosition Summary
Team Leader - Release of Information /Information Release/ Freedom of Information
- Permanent Full-Time Position
- 38 hours per week, or 40 hours per week with monthly ADO
- Monday to Friday hours only, business hours (no weekends!)
- Based onsite at Maroondah Hospital (Ringwood East)
- 5 weeks annual leave per year! | Salary Packaging benefits of over $11k available to you to increase take home pay!
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
This position is responsible for the support and management of the Release of Information (ROI), Information Release and Freedom of Information (FOI) administrative teams within Eastern Health. The role will involve overseeing the day-to-day operations, supporting and assisting staff with queries regarding what information can and cannot be released, as well as providing guidance on the authorities required, or the legislative provisions under which information may be released. The role requires an attentive, people-person who enjoys continuous interaction with staff, and will play a pivotal role in developing people, and influencing a positive and supportive culture that acknowledges and values the talents and contribution of each individual. In addition, the role will require active monitoring of activity, collation and reporting of relevant statistics to management, and auditing of requests to identify opportunities for efficiency gains through automated processes where possible. The role will also provide assistance to the Operations Manager - Information Release, and the Freedom of Information Coordinator.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- Previous staff management experience, or team leading experience
- Experience with a scanned medical record, and an Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
- Strong information technology skills and a great ability to problem solve
- Highly developed interpersonal and leadership experience
- A strong commitment to high quality care
- The ability to work as part of a diverse team
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A positive, can-do work attitude, dedicated to supporting a team to succeed.
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
- Diverse and engaging career opportunities
- Friendly & supportive team
- Flexible working hours
- Salary packaging options
- Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:
- All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
- All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
- You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
- Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
