Data Quality Officer

About The Role
This role is to proactively engage with stakeholders to monitor data quality, provide advice and implement solutions to continuously improve the accuracy, timeliness, validity, relevance, reliability, and completeness of patient level data in clinical information systems.

Some Of The Key Responsibilities Of The Role Are

• Maintain expert knowledge of QH patient data collection business rules, standards and guidelines to ensure consistent and accurate application of data quality principles (accuracy, timeliness, validity, relevance, reliability and completeness) in clinical information systems.
• Use initiative, set priorities and monitor workflows in order to resolve problems of a data quality related nature where precedents have not been set.
• Establish frameworks, processes and systems to continually monitor, review and support the evaluation of data quality activities that align with West Moreton Health priorities and strategic direction by building, validating and maintaining a relevant suite of data audits.
• Proactively promote data accuracy and identify data quality issues by engaging stakeholders to implement solutions that optimise efficiency and ensure work practices meet business rules, standards and guidelines.

About You
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of data quality and how it relates to patient care, health service funding and compliance with business rules, standards and guidelines.
• Understanding of relevant software applications including but not limited to ieMR (PowerChart), HBCIS, FirstNet and Enterprise Systems Management (ESM).
• Ability to review, analyse, and trend data to report on key areas of concern and take action to improve data quality.
• High level experience in the use of technology to facilitate monitoring, reporting, analysis and improvement of data quality.
• Well-developed interpersonal, education and communication skills (both written and verbal) including the ability to negotiate and effectively influence.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a successful team to meet deadlines and provide an efficient and effective customer focused service.

About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community – Follow this link

As a Child Safe Organisation, At West Moreton Health

• We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
• We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
• We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.

Why Choose Us
We're here for you, so you can be there for others

• Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
• Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
• Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
• Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
• Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
• A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.

To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
Further information

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