Data Officer

The South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service based in Bunbury which provides a variety of health services to Aboriginal people in the South West Great South Upper wheatbelt and Peel Regions of Western Australia. SWAMS delivers a wide range of Services including: GP Clinics Primary Health Care Counselling NDIS and community host various programs. SWAMS has a strong growth strategy through partnership opportunities and future community development.

The SWAMS is dedicated to enhancing employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. To promote equality and support this position will be subject to Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA). Aboriginal people are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given preference for this role.

About the role

The Data Officer is primarily responsible for ensuring the accuracy completeness and consistency of healthrelated data through data validation auditing and cleaning procedures and maintenance of the patient information system. The role is responsible for the secure handling and release of medical information (ROMI) to external stakeholders and maintenance of an internal ROMI register. A key aspect of the role involves effective communication with internal stakeholders to understand their health data requirements and provide valuable support in extracting interpreting and presenting relevant information. The role requires collaboration with the wider team to implement training programs to ensure high standards are met.

Support the implementation monitoring and evaluation of a data quality validation program.

• Contribute to the data quality framework and protocols to drive system performance improvement identify data quality issues and address emerging trends.
• Review data quality problems determine their origins in conjunction with data analysis to suggest and implement correction strategies.
• Contribute to the management and maintenance of the patient information system and data quality enhancement strategies.
• Facilitate training on systems that will be used by internal stakeholders.
• Manage the release of medical information to external stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing reports on data quality metrics progress and emerging trends.

About you

You will be someone who loves data and has exceptional conceptual and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data. You will also have:

• Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills including demonstrated ability to undertake stakeholder consultation and negotiate effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated time management skills and ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Excellent attention to detail especially in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of data.
• High level computer literacy skills and experience with Microsoft Office especially Excel.

It would be beneficial if you had a tertiary qualification in a relevant field or have had similar experience.

Why SWAMS

Along with working with passionate people and being able to feel like you have contributed to something every day SWAMS offers the following:

• 17.5 leave loading
• Up to $18550 salary packaging options
• Uniforms supplied
• Generous leave allowances

For more information about SWAMS and the role:

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To Apply

Please note the preemployment process requires satisfactory completion of a Drug and Alcohol test and Police Clearance. Relevant roles will also need WWC and NDIS Clearance. Unsatisfactory preemployment checks will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.

To apply for this role please follow the online application process of this platform or email your application through to: We also welcome you to drop your resume to our office at 30 Wellington Street Bunbury.

This role will remain open until the successful applicant is found