About the role: 

The Senior Analyst plays a key role in supporting health service improvement and capability, with a particular focus on revenue optimisation analysis and implementation.  As part of a small, specialised team, the role contributes to the analytical and workflow components of improvement and capability initiatives. The team undertakes deep dives into health service financial and activity data to inform targeted strategies, including revenue optimisation. The role is also responsible for ensuring that financial improvement targets agreed with government are accurately reported and acquitted.

About us: 

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.  

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all. 

About you:

• A Health Information professional with demonstrated experience in health service funding models, reporting requirements, and NWAU optimisation initiatives. You are capable of translating complex data into actionable strategies that support health service performance and capability.
• An expert in Victoria's activity reporting datasets, including but not limited to the Victorian Admitted Episodes Dataset (VAED), Victorian Emergency Minimum Dataset (VEMD), Victorian Integrated Non-Admitted Health Dataset (VINAH), Elective Surgery Information System (ESIS) and Agency Information Management System (AIMS).
• A persuasive and influential communicator, skilled in engaging diverse stakeholders, managing risks and driving initiatives that deliver measurable outcomes.
• Committed to developing others and building capability to support impactful health service improvement and revenue optimisation

Specialist expertise/Qualificactions

• A bachelor's degree or higher in Health Information Management, Finance, Economics, Health Administration, Data Science, or a related field
• A high degree of understanding and knowledge of the Victorian budget processes, health system funding, health system reporting, relevant departmental systems and environments is essential.
• Deep understanding of health service funding frameworks and NWAU optimisation.
• Expert level experience in Victoria's activity reporting datasets, including but not limited to VAED, VEMD, VINAH, ESIS and AIMS.

What we offer: 

• The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
• A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
• A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply: 

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date. 

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

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