Data Scientist – Strategy

Company Description
Epworth HealthCare is Victoria's largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia's health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Job Description
Transform healthcare with data. Drive strategy. Improve lives.
Epworth is seeking a passionate and experienced
Data Scientist
to join our Strategy & Performance team. In this pivotal role, you'll harness the power of data to shape strategic decisions, enhance patient outcomes, and optimise hospital operations. If you're driven by purpose and thrive in dynamic environments, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing predictive models and advanced analytics to support strategic initiatives.
• Analysing clinical, operational, and financial data to uncover trends and opportunities.
• Building automation and optimisation tools to improve hospital performance.
• Designing interactive dashboards and visualisations for executive decision-making.
• Translating complex data into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborating across departments to ensure data integrity and alignment with strategic goals.
• Leading research into emerging healthcare analytics trends and technologies.

To be successful in this role…
You are a dynamic, results-driven professional with a strong foundation in analytics, communication, and strategic thinking. You bring:

• Advanced analytical and conceptual skills, with a talent for problem-solving and decision-making.
• Emotional maturity, integrity, and sound judgment in complex, fast-paced environments.
• High ability to deal with ambiguity and change, and to uncover and solve for complex data issues
• A commitment to excellence in patient safety, clinical quality, and continuous improvement.
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development.
• A strong work ethic, adaptability, and the ability to prioritise effectively under pressure.
• A passion for delivering exceptional service and driving quality improvement.
• Confidence in engaging stakeholders and building collaborative partnerships.
• Enthusiasm, resilience, and a desire to make a meaningful impact through innovation.

Role Requirements
Qualifications & Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in data science, with a strong focus on healthcare analytics.
• Expertise in predictive modelling, statistical analysis, and machine learning.
• Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, Power BI.
• Deep understanding of hospital performance metrics and financial optimisation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence diverse stakeholders.
• Strategic mindset, emotional maturity, and adaptability in fast-paced environments

Why Join Epworth?

• Be part of a mission-driven organisation transforming healthcare through data.
• Collaborate with passionate professionals across Strategy, IT, and Clinical teams.
• Drive innovation in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and leadership.

Additional Information
Position Description Inherent Requirements

At Epworth, it's a community
It's the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Discounted private health insurance
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave

Enquire/ Apply
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and help shape the future of healthcare at Epworth. Click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

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Please Note-
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled before the application closing date.

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.
As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).
At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.