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Data Officer

LocationAlfred Health
Work TypeFull Time - Fixed Term
Positions1 Position
Job no: 70796
Category: Administration, Administration & Office Support

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

  • Full Time 12 Month Position (76hrs per f/n)
  • Managers and Administrative Worker Grade 3
  • Located at the Alfred
  • Great Staff Benefits! 5 Weeks Annual Leave & Salary Packaging

About the Team
Monash School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine is a teaching and research unit of the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and is centred at the Alfred Hospital Campus. This position would work within the Cancer Research Program, which was established to enhance the cancer research focus within the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine’s clinical and public health activities. The Cancer Research Program undertake clinical trials and cohort studies, principally using the numerous cancer quality registries it manages as a research tool and translational research platform.
SCANpatient is a randomised controlled trial funded by the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF), that aims to test whether a structured radiology report can improve the accuracy of reporting of computed tomography (CT) scans to classify patients with non-metastatic pancreatic cancer as having tumours that are either clearly resectable, borderline or locally advanced leading to improved delivery of care and patient outcomes.

About the Role
The role of the SCANPatient Data Officer is primarily to focus on data extraction and upload, data management and day-to-day data operations, including handling the SCANPatient data in accordance with the existing protocol, policies and procedures. This includes: clinical data collection, monitoring data completeness and quality, coordinating database access; and assisting with maintenance/modification of the database. 

Skills & Experience
The appointee will have:

  • Experience in using Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap) application for data collection.
  • A demonstrated understanding of confidentiality, privacy and information handling principles.
  • Excellent research, analytical and consulting skills, including the ability to devise practical solutions to complex issues.
  • Well-developed communication skills, including a proven ability to produce a range of clear, succinct documentation and interact with a diversity of colleagues & clients.
  • Demonstrated high-level organisational and time management skills, including the ability to perform high-volume tasks to meet deadlines, maintaining a high degree of accuracy and consistency.

Benefits

  • Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
  • Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance.
  • On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax!!
  • Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
  • Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services.

If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.

Any queries please contact Dr Lin Li, SCANPatient Research Fellow, on (03) 99030378.

Applications closing 11pm AEST, Thursday 11th September 2024.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au