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• Women’s and Children’s Health Network, Financial and Commercial Directorate, North Adelaide 5006
• Salary – ASO7, $108,109.00 to $116,864.00+ 12% Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full Time, Ongoing Permanent

About WCHN
Join the Women’s and Children’s Health Network (WCHN), South Australia’s leading provider of care for women, babies, children and young people. We’re shaping the future of healthcare through compassion, innovation and excellence — with our communities at the heart of everything we do.

What WCHN Can Offer You

• Access to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (e.g. mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.
• Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.)
• Free public transport to and from the Women’s and Children’s Hospital for SA Health metropolitan hospital staff (excludes network community sites).
• Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility. Click here for details and contact the enquires person for further information.

About the role

The Manager, Health Information Services leads the strategic direction of Medical Records, EMR Scanning, Corporate Records, FOI/ROI and Patient Registration. You’ll provide expert advice on health information management and drive ongoing optimisation of the EMR across WCHN.

Key duties of the role

• Monitor departmental budgets and performance; assist with annual budget preparation and service planning in line with hospital objectives.
• Develop, implement, and manage policies, procedures, and systems to ensure high-quality, accurate health information and integrated service delivery.
• Oversee coordination and integration of services across departments, ensuring alignment with hospital standards and patient needs.
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality, EEO, OH&S, and accreditation standards (NSQHSS) through ongoing planning, policy implementation, and staff management.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and high-performing work environment through effective leadership, staff development, and adherence to legal and hospital frameworks.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage change, and ensure workplace safety in line with WHS legislation and risk management standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proven effectiveness in stakeholder engagement, liaison, and information management.
• High-level organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently or in teams under pressure, meeting deadlines and delivering outcomes.
• Extensive experience in records and health information management, including system development, project coordination, business improvement, and administrative support.
• In-depth knowledge of health records principles, departmental policies, and procedures across administration, finance, and HR.

Enquiries can be directed to

Chris Russell - Director, Administrative Services Unit, 8161 8622 or Chris.Russell@sa.gov.au

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To learn more about this role — including key selection criteria, special conditions and minimum requirements — please refer to the attached role description and the document checklists below:

• ASO7 - Manager Health Information Services - Role Description 920326.pdf
• Immunisation Requirements Checklist
• Applicant Documents Checklist

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time.  Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Want further information on applying and winning this role, go to our SA Health Careers Site for the Australian Applicant Guide or if you are an international applicant, check out the International Application Guide.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Closing Date: Tuesday 9 December 2025 – 11:55pm