What your day could look like

As a Clinical Data Specialist, you'll help transform data into insights that support better healthcare outcomes for patients and communities. Working across clinical, operational and digital teams, you'll drive innovative solutions that inform decisions, improve services and strengthen performance across the health service.

Every day, you'll contribute by:

• Delivering analytics, dashboards and insights that guide strategic and operational decision-making.
• Partnering with clinicians and stakeholders to develop meaningful measures that support quality care and service improvement.
• Leading data-driven initiatives that automate processes, improve efficiency and enhance access to trusted information.
• Exploring innovative approaches, including advanced analytics and predictive modelling, to solve complex healthcare challenges.

Let's Talk About You

You're a curious and influential data professional who enjoys turning complex information into clear direction. You combine technical expertise with strong relationship-building skills and take pride in helping others make informed decisions. Motivated by innovation and continuous improvement, you'll thrive in an environment where your work supports better outcomes for patients, teams and communities.

Here's what will help you thrive in this role:

• Strong experience in data analytics, data engineering, reporting or related disciplines.
• Advanced skills in SQL and analytics tools such as Python, R, Power BI or similar technologies.
• Ability to communicate complex findings in a clear, practical and engaging way.
• Collaborative leadership skills with the confidence to influence stakeholders and drive change.

You'll stand out from the crowd if you have experience working with healthcare data and/or qualifications in data science, statistics, computer science, information systems or a related field.

Above all, you'll bring compassion, integrity, dignity, innovation and courage to every interaction and decision.

Why Join Darling Downs Health?

At Darling Downs Health, we care for over 300,000 people across our expansive region. No matter where you live in our region, from Taroom in the north to Texas in the south, our purpose is to ensure accessible and sustainable care. It's complex, challenging work that makes a real difference – and the career possibilities are endless. 

Whether you're a doctor, nurse, allied health professional, facilities team member, or administrator, you'll see your impact firsthand. Here, you'll find opportunities that simply don't exist elsewhere: the chance to lead initiatives, develop specialties, and embrace responsibilities that would take years to access in larger health services.  

Darling Downs Health is where you can step up sooner, grow faster, and help shape the future of care across our region. 

Your career at Darling Downs Health also comes with meaningful rewards:

• Maximise your take‑home pay with salary packaging and generous leave entitlements
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements that support balance and variety
• Access professional development funding, study leave and clear career pathways
• Be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that values learning and collaboration.
• Take care of your wellbeing with EAP access, private health insurance discounts and the Fitness Passport.

For a full list of benefits, visit: Darling Downs Health Benefits

Your future is here. Where are you?

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a place that values people and purpose, we'd love to hear from you.

Click “Apply Now” to submit your application and upload the requested documents.

Find out more about us!

Visit our careers site to learn more about working with Darling Downs Health:

www.health.qld.gov.au/darlingdowns

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

We’re building a welcoming, inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and supported.

Before you apply, please take a moment to read the attached documents to learn about the role and process.