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Eastern Health Salary:
Salary not specified Occupation: Administration/
Secretarial Reference: 33375 Freedom of Information Officer/ Information Release Officer Permanent Full-Time position (38 hours per week, or 40 hours per week with a monthly ADO) Monday to Friday hours only (no weekends) Based onsite at Maroondah Hospital (Ringwood East) Hybrid working arrangements available 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 We have an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated, driven individual with high attention to detail to join our Freedom of Information (FOI) / Information Release Service as an FOI Officer.
The FOI Officer role involves reviewing and assessing documents, and making decisions regarding the release of medical records and other documents in accordance with the Freedom of Information legislation.
In this role, you will be responsible for processing FOI requests at Eastern Health by diligently reviewing all documents as part of requests received for access, assessing the content of the documents and making effective decisions in regards to release, applying exemptions where necessary.
Our ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills and be a proficient planner, managing their allocated requests in a timely manner.
They will also be dedicated to continuous service enhancement, and have the capability to collaborate with all levels of staff from Eastern Health and external agencies.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are essential for this position as the role involves communicating extensively with external stakeholders and the public in regards to Freedom of Information processes, and consultation.
Please note that this role involves extensive reading and assessment of medical records and other documents in order to make decisions in regards to release.
Previous experience in processing Freedom of Information requests or experience in high level administrative duties is desirable.About you To be successful in this role, you are: Highly motivated with excellent attention to detail Have the capability to work at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy Have the ability to work collaboratively as part of a diverse team Excellent communication and organisational skills 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 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 Fit2 Work 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. Kelly Lyngcoln Kelly.
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