- Review patient records in line with the FOI Act and identifying any information which may be exempt from release.
- Prepare records with redactions and checking all documentation has been reviewed.
- Escalating any files of concern, as appropriate.
- Undertake training in FOI legislation, internal processes and guidelines, as appropriate.
- Previous experience working in the health care system and with patient records;
- Possess or be working towards a clinical qualification in health services, for example nursing, paramedicine, medicine, mental health, midwifery or allied health services.
- Flexible work arrangements
- Salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays
- Access to discounted health club membership
- Staff rewards and recognition programs
Freedom of Information Reviewer - Ballarat, Australia - Ballarat Health Services
Description
FOI Reviewer
Casual opportunity
About the role
The FOI Reviewer (casual) supports the Freedom of Information Officer by reviewing patient and other hospital records in compliance with the Freedom of Information Act 1988 (Vic). The FOI reviewer ensures that hospital records are reviewed and prepared for a release decision in compliance with statutory deadlines. You'll report to the FOI Officer and form a part of the broader Legal Services team.
We're a new team committed to doing things differently. We can offer meaningful, values based work in a fun and caring environment.
Key Responsibilities
Skills, Qualifications and experience
Culture & Benefits
At Grampians Health, we recognise our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff, patients, residents, visitors, volunteers and contractors at all sites.
About Grampians Health
Grampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell.
Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities. Joining Grampians Health means being part of a diverse team, with a variety of career opportunities in acute, maternity, mental health, allied health, aged care and support services.
Ballarat Region
Ballarat is the largest centre in Western Victoria and the states fastest growing inland city. Dubbed Australia's most liveable city in 2020, Ballarat is home to first class education, fine dining and boutique shopping. Uniquely located within easy access to Melbourne, Geelong, Bendigo and the Western district, Ballarat is blessed with some of Australia's most significant heritage buildings and natural landscapes.
How to apply
Click APPLY or contact Laura Hartmann, General Counsel on for a confidential discussion.
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police records check, immunisation clearance and Working with Children check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check.
All employees must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required, which at a minimum is a surgical mask. Additional PPE requirements are role-dependent.
Grampians Health is a child safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
Grampians Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or questioning), intersex and asexual LGBTQIA+.