At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyse and visualise clinical data to improve patient care and support healthcare operations.
- Company: Join the Royal Children's Hospital, a leader in paediatric healthcare for over 150 years.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, hybrid work model, professional development, and wellness programs.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to continuous improvement and innovation in healthcare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's health while working with cutting-edge data analytics.
- Qualifications: Tertiary degree in health science or related field, plus experience in health information systems.
The predicted salary is between 11500 - 11500 $ per year.
The Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) Vision is "A world where all kids thrive". RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years since it was founded in 1870. A full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services are provided plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states around Australia and overseas.
About the role:
There is one permanent, full-time position at 80hrs per fortnight within the Centre for Health Analytics. You will be responsible for the processes and tasks associated with the extraction, visualisation, analysis and secondary use of clinical data from the hospital Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and other source systems. The Clinical Data Analyst role will include the analysis and documentation of the requirements of clinical subject matter experts, as well as the development, validation and troubleshooting of SQL queries, Epic EMR Reports, Epic EMR Dashboards and Power BI reports.
What you'll achieve:
- Prioritise and complete clinical data service requests that achieve the goals of the Centre
- Work with subject matter experts to analyse clinical data problems and then design and document requirements for clinical data and analytics solutions
- Prepare and maintain training and support the team in the development of documentation including knowledge and code repositories, relating to Power BI reports, SQL code, EMR reports, EMR dashboards and other data products
Your skills and experience:
- A relevant tertiary degree in health science, health informatics, digital health, information technology, data science or equivalent and several years relevant experience in a similar role
- Experience in the design, implementation and validation of reports (or extracts) from a health information system such as an EMR, PAS or GP software system
- Demonstrated understanding of the healthcare sector and health information system(s) including data capture workflows, data validation logic and data reporting
About the Department:
The Centre for Health Analytics enables the vision of Melbourne Children's to become an internationally leading paediatric campus in the use of data to improve all aspects of patient care, operations, education, and research.
What we offer:
- Salary packaging option with our partner, SmartSalary – Increase your take home pay by up to $11,500 per annum
- Workplace culture of continuous improvement, growth, support and training
- Clinical Education Hub on-site to support continued training and professional development
- Hybrid work model, if applicable to role
- Monthly Accrued Day Off (ADOs) – 12 additional leave days per year
- Convenient location & close to public transport
- Special events
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Support for working mothers including two on-site Early Learning Centres, flexible working arrangements, breast feeding and pumping facilities
- Help when you need it most! Staff counselling, financial coaching, legal support, nutritional support and specialist helpline services, and more through our EAP partner, Converge
- Unlimited access to select fitness facilities in your local area via Fitness Passport
- Enjoy the convenience of an on-site retail precinct, featuring a range of shops, cafés, and food outlets
Other requirements:
- Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain
- Valid Working with Children Check
- Compliance with RCHs "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedure
Why work at the RCH?
RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture. We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city. We also offer staff benefits such as discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.
The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disabilities.
It is a requirement of your employment that you be vaccinated against Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders.
Clinical Data Analyst in Melbourne employer: The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee engagement and safety. With access to world-class facilities and a commitment to professional development, employees can thrive in their roles while contributing to the health and wellbeing of children across Australia. The hospital also provides attractive benefits such as salary packaging, discounted parking, and a comprehensive health and wellbeing program, making it a rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne Recruitment Team
