Job Description

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and motivated Health Information Manager on a permanent full-time basis to lead Health Information Services across our Newcastle network of hospitals. Predominantly based at Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, the role also supports other sites at Berkeley Vale Private Hospital, Charlestown Surgical Centre and Warners Bay Private Hospital.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will play a key role in ensuring the effective management, integrity and governance of health information systems and services across multiple sites. This position is responsible for overseeing medical records management, clinical coding operations, statutory reporting, privacy compliance and health information data management in line with legislative and organisational requirements.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a collaborative leader who is passionate about healthcare data quality, operational excellence and supporting high-performing teams within a dynamic hospital environment.

Please note: some travel may be required between sites.

About the Role

In this role, you will be responsible for the overall coordination and management of Health Information Services across the network. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Leading the day-to-day operations of Health Information Services across multiple hospital sites
• Managing medical records systems, clinical coding activities and health information governance processes
• Ensuring compliance with relevant state and federal legislation, privacy requirements and industry standards
• Coordinating mandatory reporting requirements, data submissions and casemix reporting
• Overseeing coding quality, auditing processes and DRG analysis
• Acting as Privacy Officer and managing the release of information in accordance with legislative requirements
• Supporting workforce planning, team leadership, performance management and staff development initiatives
• Developing and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships with clinicians, VMOs, hospital leaders and external agencies
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives and contributing to operational and strategic objectives across the network
• Providing education and support to hospital staff regarding documentation, coding, privacy and case mix requirements