Coding and Data Quality Specialist (Cancer and Blood Services) (534175)

Coding and Data Quality Specialist (Cancer and Blood Services) (534175)

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care
HPC - Health Information Mgmt Service

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 09 August, :55 PM

Sunday 9 August, :55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 5

$102,027 to $106,985 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, part-time

Region:

Statewide

Location:

Frankland St, Launceston

Do you have demonstrated skills in data quality processes, auditing, team mentoring and clinical information systems? If you have a passion for oncology data quality and want to play a meaningful role in cancer and blood services, we encourage you to apply.

About us:

• ARIA is a comprehensive Oncology Information System and electronic medical record that manages clinical, administrative, and financial workflows for radiation therapy, medical oncology, and haematology practices across the Tasmanian Health Service.
• Coding and Data Collection is performed in ARIA according to a THS agreed Scope and Minimum Dataset, by a specialist team of Clinical Coders (Cancer and Blood Services), led by the Health Information Manager, Clinical Coding (Data Governance and Oncology).
• The team sits within Health Information Management Services (HIMS) and is responsible for the collection, coding, validation, auditing and management of oncology data within the Oncology Information System (OIS). The team supports Cancer and Blood Services state-wide by ensuring is accurate, complete and reliable oncology information is available in ARIA for patient care, quality activities and research.

The Role

• Audit & validate coded oncology data to ensure accuracy, completeness and reliability within the ARIA Oncology Information System
• Coordinate team workflows to support continuous and timely cancer and blood services coding and data collection
• Mentor and support coding and data team members, including new and trainee staff, with oncology-specific expertise
• Collaborate with clinical teams to refine dataset scope and ensure data meets business requirements

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment

Permanent, part time, day worker position, working 38 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

$102,027 to $106,985 pro rata per annum + our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Clinical Coding Qualification, or
• Oncology-specific data collection or data management experience

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Kirsten Duggan
Position: Health Information Manager, Clinical Coding (Data Governance and Oncology)
Phone number: (03)
Email address:

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Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 5

$102,027 to $106,985 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, part-time

Region:

Statewide

Location:

Frankland St, Launceston

Do you have demonstrated skills in data quality processes, auditing, team mentoring and clinical information systems? If you have a passion for oncology data quality and want to play a meaningful role in cancer and blood services, we encourage you to apply.

• Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
• Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
• Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.