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Coordinator, Metadata
The Population Health Research Network (PHRN) was established in 2009 to build a nationwide data linkage infrastructure capable of securely and safely managing health and health related information from around Australia.

We are seeking a Coordinator, Metadata to develop and commence the implementation of a metadata framework for the PHRN.

This position is located at the PHRN Program Office in Perth, WA. Generous salary package including base salary, superannuation and tax free salary packaging are negotiable for the successful candidate. The position is to be filled for 12 months in the first instance with good prospects of extension.

Medical Coder
Cancer Institute NSW Australian Technology Park Eveleigh NSW 2015
• Division of Cancer Services and Information
• Reports to Medical Coding Coordinator
• Health Service Manager Level 1, $61,343 - $82,517
• Permanent full time and part time opportunities
As a Medical Coder, you will be responsible for the review and analysis of information on cancer notifications; translating this information to specific codes in accordance with International Classification of Diseases for Oncologies and International Agency for Research on Cancer guidelines. You will also be required to investigate and resolve errors and discrepancies to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the data for research and related purposes. To be successful in this role, you will have appropriate tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience and training. You will have demonstrated experience with general medical coding, preferably gained in a hospital environment and a sound understanding of medical terminology. Sound organisation, communication, computer and database skills are also required. Interested candidates should access the application form and a comprehensive position description outlining the requirements of the role at www.cancerinstitute.org.au Please contact Claire White 02 8374 5618 hr@cancerinstitute.org.au Closing Date : 30 January 2012

Project Officer Level 1
Sydney based with some domestic travel. Company Overview: PolyOptimum, a Microsoft Certified Partner, is a small international software developer. Our Australian office is located in Lilyfield, NSW, to provide help desk, training and client support to our clients in health and human services. Position Overview: This position will assist our hospital and health system clients to rollout and fully utilise our range of software products. You will work with the Project Manager in implementation, training, consultation and client support in the use of rostering, productivity monitoring and interfaces to HR/payroll and clinical systems. In addition you will diagnose and solve routine technical problems. The role requires a range of communication and project management skills to support the client’s use of our software along with all interfaces. Pay is commensurate with skills. Send resume to jobs@polyoptimum.com.au . For enquiries call Yvonne Scott on 02 98182566. We regrettably do not provide sponsorship for overseas applicants. Closing date of 15th March 2012.

Post Doctoral Research Fellow - Statisical Text Classification
University of New South Wales Faculty of Medicine | Centre for Health Informatics Base $74K - $98K pa | Ref 8433 The Centre for Health Informatics (CHI) at UNSW is Australia’s largest academic Health Informatics research group. We are seeking an enthusiastic researcher with excellent analytical, computational and communication skills to join our team in Patient Safety Informatics. The successful candidate will investigate statistical text classification techniques to support automated surveillance of the growing volumes of patient safety incidents reported in Australian hospitals. The researcher will have a PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline with a strong background in quantitative research. Excellent oral and written communication skills will be essential. Position description available at: www.chi.unsw.edu.au/CHIweb.nsf/page/Jobs Having read the documentation, you may then direct any enquiries to Dr Farah Magrabi, f.magrabi@unsw.edu.au

Educational Research Fellow in Knowledge Translation
Innovative 5 year research program covering oncology and professional education, 12 months term (possible renewal), attractive remuneration. Work with Sydney Catalyst and Sydney West two new multidisciplinary/multi-institutional Translational Cancer Research Centres.

Position responsibilities:
• contributing to a strategic plan identifying and implementing new research concepts in knowledge translation
• research projects regarding evaluating knowledge dissemination and enhancing evidence-based-practice • helping create and maintain an interactive website
• academic reports, publications and presentations
• applying for further funding

Required skills and experience:
• postgraduate qualifications in education, health science or similar relevant experience
• medical/health education research
• multidisciplinary research collaborations in a university or related setting
• knowledge of health service delivery and clinical practice
• project management expertise.

Visit sydney.edu.au/positions and search by reference no: 1315/0711 for full details. CLOSES: 12 December 2011

Solutions Architect
Urgent contract opportunity to be involved in a hugely complex architecture project based in Sydney. This role will allow you to actively contribute to a project that will influence the healthcare of every Australian and this large e-Health project will be the blueprint of healthcare moving forward into the future. My client is searching for an experienced Solutions Architect who has a proven track record in large scale architecture in eHealth. This role will focus around the development and delivery of a huge and complex repository service where you will contribute to the solution design and initiate and implement strategic direction for a comprehensive programme of work. It is expected that someone with the right background will be able to provide expert knowledge and leadership in influencing the direction of this immense and exciting project and we require someone with significant exposure to HL7 and XDS.b. This really is a fantastic opportunity, so if you think you might be interested or know someone else who might be (we offer ipad 2’s for successful referrals) please feel free to contact Andy Johnston at Ashdown Consulting on 02 8296 9805.

Laboratory Product Specialist
Intersystem Sydney. The Product Specialist is responsible for product architecture and design, requirement specification, and testing of our laboratory systems. Specific expertise areas include: Healthcare Standards and Clinical Content Knowledge clinical laboratory systems This role will require the product specialist to act as the SME in regards to our lab systems within Hospital and Healthcare environments. The product specialist will provide information and support in regards to product management and will have a track record of acting as a ‘super user’ in other environments. This role is working to provide health care solutions across the continuum of care within niche markets of commercial enterprise and the health care sector. It is integral to the development of products from all viewpoints including functionality, workflow, and look and feel. Please direct enquiries to: charles.bizier@intersystems.com

Research Fellow - Adaptive Media and Translational Health, Sydney
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH SYDNEY MEDICAL SCHOOL REFERENCE NO. 1690/0911 We are seeking a Research Fellow to contribute to a research program evaluating the use of adaptive hypermedia in the translation of evidence and preferences for health decision making. You will: • conduct a research program in adaptive hypermedia based on two existing software platforms • develop a new web site for ‘translational health’ using the University of Sydney’s content management system (CMS) • establish and administer a wiki that will host discussion and general communication relating to the overall research projects You will have: • a postgraduate qualification in computing science, desirably with some background in informatics (health informatics desirable) • proficiency in the use of Interwoven Teamsite CMS or similar system All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit sydney.edu.au/positions and search by the reference number for more information and to apply. CLOSING DATE: 13 November 2011

Research Fellow/ Senior Research Fellow, Sydney
HEALTHY START, FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES, REFERENCE NO. 1126/0611. The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Sydney is the largest health science faculty in Australia and is internationally recognised for quality and innovation in teaching and research. The national strategy HEALTHY START. PRACTITIONERS SUPPORTING PARENTS WITH LEARNING DIFFICULTIES AND THEIR CHILDREN has been funded by the Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs since 2005 with funding continuing to 2014. We are seeking an experienced Research Fellow /Senior Research Fellow to design and implement a research study to determine the prevalence of parents with learning disabilities and their children, their family, social and cultural circumstances and contact with the child protection system in Australia. Visit http://sydney.edu.au/positions and search by the reference number for more information and to apply. Close date: 13 November 2011

Manager, Data Management Cluster
Manage data collection for significant Cancer Council research projects; A rewarding and diverse role with a leading not-for-profit organisation; Full-time permanent – Carlton CBD. We are seeking a Manager, Data Management Cluster to join the Cancer Epidemiology Centre. Reporting to the Research Coordinator- Core Programs, your role is to develop, implement and evaluate strategies for the efficient and accurate management of data collected and generated by CEC research programs and scientific collaborators. You will ensure the data collected across all research programs is of high quality and will be responsible for the efficient provision of data to internal and external researchers. To apply for this opportunity visit www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers to download a Position Description and Key Selection Criteria or contact Gianluca Severi on (03) 9635 5412.

Technology and Infrastructure Architect AND eMR Project Manager
The Chris O'Brien Lifehouse at RPA aims to achieve lasting change in the way we treat and prevent cancer in Australia, by bringing together all the elements of cancer research, treatment, care and support within one centre of excellence. Opening in June 2013, we are currently bringing together an amazing team of clinicians and informaticians to deliver the patient centered ICT strategy. www.lifehouserpa.org.au. The eMR Project Manager and the Technology and Integration Architect will be a key member of the team and will have operational responsibility for the development, implementation and review of Lifehouse at RPA Technology and Systems. The successful candidates will oversee the major capital infrastructure investments – in particular eMR, telecommunications, network, data centre’s, core integration and access infrastructure. For a copy of the Position Description and further details please contact: Anne Marie Hadley / CIO on email ahadley@lifehouserpa.org.au. Position closes at 12pm on the 20th October, 2011.

Follow-up Study Manager
A very exciting opportunity to assist with the operation of a Clinical Follow-up Project. The project involves administering comprehensive mail-out questionnaires to over 3000 participants per year. The role includes administration and integration of a complex group of databases containing clinical and epidemiological information. It also involves thorough checking of completed questionnaires, scanning and maintenance of data storage systems. You will also be required to handle data requests from researchers and extract data for publications, abstracts and reports. A Tertiary qualification in health / health information management, coupled with experience with Access and/or SQL is essential, and your prior experience in a health research setting and some knowledge of breast cancer treatment is highly beneficial, but not a pre-requisite. Richard Shields, Principal Consultant, Charterhouse Partnership. Richards@charterhouse.com.au or (03) 8610 6135. Closing date: 22nd September 2011.

Bioinformatician
Vacancy No: AGR1262. a one year fixed term position (with the possibility of renewal for another year) is now available with the AgResearch Bioinformatics & Statistics group in New Zealand. AgResearch is New Zealand's largest Crown Research Institute and its core purpose is to enhance the value, productivity and profitability of New Zealand's pastoral, agri-food and agri-technology sector value chains to contribute to economic growth and beneficial environmental and social outcomes for New Zealand. AgResearch Bioinformatics & Statistics Group focuses on application of statistics, mathematics, computer science and information processing to develop experimental protocols, analyse and interpret data, and predict responses of biological systems. The incumbent will be involved in everything from the analysis of high-throughput genomic and gene expression data to the design, development, implementation and testing of bioinformatics tools and pipelines. Successful applicant will have a postgraduate Bioinformatics or related qualification with three years of work experience and should have strong interpersonal, time management and relationship building skills. Contact Dr Nauman Maqbool on +64-7-838 5043 nauman.maqbool@agresearch.co.nz. To apply go to http://www.careers-agresearch.co.nz/home by Friday 9 September 2011

Postdoctoral research associate / Research fellow
Communication Technologies and Health, Health Systems and Global Populations Research Group, Faculty Of Health Sciences, Reference No. 1041/0611 • Application of communication technologies to health and community engagement • Innovative and collaborative research team • Full-time fixed term for 18 months: $90K-$109K p.a. including leave loading and up to 17% super The Faculty of Health Sciences is the largest health science faculty in Australia and is internationally recognised for quality and innovation in teaching and research. We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate or Research Fellow to work under the guidance of Professor Robert Steele, Head of Discipline and Chair of Health Informatics, on a project aimed at investigating the application of social networking and other communications technologies to health and community engagement. All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit sydney.edu.au/positions and search by the reference number for more information and to apply. Closing date 26 August 2011.

Data and Research Support Manager
Medical Schools Outcomes Database and Longitudinal Tracking (MSOD) Project, Medical Deans Australia & New Zealand • Excellent opportunity to work on a national longitudinal project • Utilise your superior data and research skills • Full-time fixed term finishing 30 June 2012 Medical Deans is the peak representative body of medical education, clinical training and medical research in the 20 Australian and New Zealand universities with medical schools. See the website at www.medicaldeans.org.au. Although a separate organisation to the University, staff at Medical Deans are employees of the University of Sydney and consequentially enjoy all applicable employment terms and conditions. Medical Deans hosts a number of projects including the Medical Schools Outcomes Database and Longitudinal Tracking (MSOD) Project. Enquiries: Please contact Ms Catherine Wills, (02) 9114 1765 or cwills@medicaldeans.org.au Please apply through the University of Sydney website, reference number 1184/0711

Project Analyst – Health Information Systems, Doha, Qatar
•Assisting clinical and support services in analysing and developing clinical business requirements and specifications for the Health Information Management ( including document imaging) component of clinical information based solutions.
•Analysing the clinical information system vendor solution for Health Information Management and co-ordinating the development of resolutions for solution gaps.
•Co-ordinating and supporting clinical and support service in the implementation planning, project management and implementation for the Health Information Management (including document imaging) solutions component of the clinical information system program.
•Co-ordinating and supporting Health Information Management (including document imaging) services process mapping, analysis and issue resolution as part of the clinical information system program
•Coordinating and facilitating Health Information Management (including document imaging) solutions component of the clinical information systems design, build and test activities as part of the clinical information system program implementation.
•Assisting in activation planning and implementation of the Health Information Management (including document imaging) solutions component of the clinical information system for the hospital.
•Assisting in the planning of operational services for the clinical informatics unit with specific focus on Health Information Management (including document imaging) solutions component areas.
•Monitoring the compliance of the Health Information Management (including document imaging) solutions component of the clinical information system to data and quality standards as determined by the enterprise architecture.

Essential Criteria
•Demonstrated experience in implementing clinical information systems or as a "superuser" of clinical information systems - Health Information Management (including document imaging) solutions

Contact Person Details Farook J. Sathick Email id : fsathick@malomatia.com +974 44992825 +974 66681845

Project Analyst – Billing & Insurance , Doha, Qatar
•Assisting clinical and support services in analysing and developing clinical business requirements and specifications for the Billing and Insurance Services component of clinical information based solutions. •Analysing the clinical information system vendor solution for Billing and Insurance Services component and co-ordinating the development of resolutions for solution gaps. •Co-ordinating and supporting clinical and support service in the implementation planning, project management and implementation for the Billing and Insurance Services component of the clinical information system program. •Co-ordinating and supporting clinical and support services to complete Billing and Insurance Services process mapping, analysis and issue resolution as part of the clinical information system program •Coordinating and facilitating Billing and Insurance Services component of the clinical information systems design, build and test activities as part of the clinical information system program implementation. •Assisting in activation planning and implementation of the Billing and Insurance Services component of the clinical information system for the hospital. •Assisting in the planning of operational services for the clinical informatics unit with specific focus on Billing and Insurance Services component areas. •Monitoring the compliance of the Billing and Insurance Services component of the clinical information system to data and quality standards as determined by the enterprise architecture. Essential Criteria •Demonstrated extensive health care patient management /administrative experience Contact Person Details Farook J. Sathick Email id : fsathick@malomatia.com +974 44992825 +974 66681845

Project Analyst – Core & Security , Doha, Qatar
•Assisting clinical and support services in analysing and developing clinical business requirements and specifications for the core and security component of clinical information based solutions. •Analysing the clinical information system vendor solution for core and security component and co-ordinating the development of resolutions for solution gaps. •Co-ordinating and supporting clinical and support service in the implementation planning, project management and implementation for the core and security component of the clinical information system program. •Co-ordinating and supporting clinical and support services to define the core and security including analysis and issue resolution as part of the clinical information system program •Coordinating and facilitating core and security component of the clinical information systems design, build and test activities as part of the clinical information system program implementation. •Managing the development and maintenance of the security profiles for the clinical information systems •Assisting in the planning of operational services for the clinical informatics unit with specific focus on core and security component areas. •Overseeing the development of the security models, structures and business rules component of the clinical information system in line with standards as determined by the enterprise architecture. Essential Criteria •Demonstrated experience in implementing clinical information systems or as a "superuser" of clinical information systems - preferably security and privacy support components Contact Person Details Farook J. Sathick Email id : fsathick@malomatia.com +974 44992825 +974 66681845

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