Patient Release of Information Officer (508205L2)
* Australia, Tas
* Apr 11, 2025
About the Tasmanian State Service
The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels. The teams working in Health Information Management Services provide a crucial service by integrating clinical and patient information. We recognize that behind all the information we handle is a patient, and we have a role in safeguarding their information while ensuring it is accessible and of the highest quality.
The Role:
* Assess and process applications for patient information in a timely manner, including medico-legal requests, in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act 2004, Right to Information Act 2009, and other appropriate legislation, policy, protocols, and timeframes.
* Ensure the patient’s privacy and confidentiality is maintained at all times and health information is safeguarded from unauthorized access or disclosure.
You will need:
* Previous experience in maintaining health information and health records in a health information service environment or similar.
* Demonstrated knowledge of legislation, policies, and protocols related to the release of patient health information, including a commitment to confidentiality.
* Well-developed written and oral communication skills, including the ability to liaise and negotiate with personnel from various disciplines.
Details of appointment:
Fixed term, part-time, day worker position, working 30.4 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a period of approximately eight (8) months. Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Salary: $73,811 to $79,779 per annum (Pro rata). An 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – Access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
* Experience working in a healthcare setting.
* A strong understanding of state and national privacy legislation and the application of Personal Information Protection (PIP) principles.
* Completion of entry-level training in Medical Terminology or demonstrated workplace experience using Medical Terminology.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values to work in the Department of Health. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
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