Freedom of Information

Freedom of Information Officer/ Information Release Officer

• Permanent Full Time | 76 hours per fortnight | 80 hours per fortnight with accrued day off
• Health Information Services | Maroondah Hospital
• Experience career progression at a values-based organisation  

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 and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is "Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts".

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the role

Are you an engaging individual, looking for a challenging administrative role with some autonomy that is close to home? 

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated person with high attention to detail to work with our Freedom of Information (FOI)/ Information Release Service. The FOI Officer role involves reviewing, assessing and making decisions relating to the release of medical records in accordance with the FOI Act.  

The successful candidate will require proficient planning and organisational skills, a commitment to continued service improvement and have the ability to work with all levels of staff from Eastern Health and outside agencies.  Demonstration of good interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills is essential.  

About you 

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Good time Management Skills.
• Ability to effectively plan and organise own work.

Desirable

Previous experience in processing Freedom of Information requests or experience in high level administrative duties is desirable.

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here

• Mentor and Shadowing program 
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 
• Study and professional development leave 
• Friendly & supportive teams
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 
• Fitness Passport for work-life balance 
• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones 
• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements 
• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 
• Access to Private Health Insurance offers 
• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 
• Cafes at all of our Hospitals 

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

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Contact Person: Sally-Anne McKinney

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Contact Email: sally-

Job Posting End Date: 15/11/2025

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on Option 1) | Medical Workforce Unit on [TA for Non Medical roles, MWU for Medical roles]

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Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day