Digital Health Senior Project Manager - Interconnected Care & Command Centre

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.

Fixed Term Position for 12 months

Full-time at 80 hours per fortnight including Accrued Days Off (ADO)

Managers and Administrative Worker Grade 7 (HS7) Classification

Alfred Hospital Location

Great Staff Benefits

The Department

The Digital Health Division is responsible for enabling clinical staff to deliver timely, quality care to our patients and carers through innovative use of information technologies, and through strategic management of information and data across the organisation. 

The division encompasses all aspects of:

• Information technology procurement, delivery, security and support.
• Electronic Medical Record design, development and support, including the electronic Timely Quality Care Program
• General applications support
• Data Governance and security

The Project

Alfred Health has commissioned the Interconnected Care and Command Centre projects to optimise patient care coordination, improve patient access, maximise resource utilisation, and enhance the overall healthcare experience for both patients and employees through innovative technologies, process enhancements and new care models.

The Position Summary

This is a highly collaborative position with the Digital Health and Operation teams. The Digital Health Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the successful coordination and governance of projects across Interconnected Care and the Command Centre and will play a vital role in ensuring the successful delivery of these projects. The Digital Health Senior Project Manager will drive efficient delivery of business outcomes, resolve roadblocks, and ensure project teams are collaborating effectively.

Skills and Qualifications Required

• Qualification in ICT/Health related discipline, or suitable relevant health industry ICT experience
• Qualifications in Project Management or appropriate health-related qualification
• Qualification in Leadership is highly desirable
• Strong interpersonal skills in managing multiple stakeholders and teams across concurrent streams of development work
• Experience managing projects of > $1Million
• Experience with facilitating digital solutions in a healthcare setting
• Experience with Electronic Medical Record Systems is highly desirable
• Experience in project management in complex environments is essential

Staff Benefits

• 5 weeks of Annual Leave plus 13 Accrued Days Off per year
• Generous salary packaging and novated leasing are available through Maxxia
• Onsite staff gym (Alfred Hospital)
• Modern onsite library facilities, exclusive to Alfred Health staff
• Access to health and well-being incentives
• Discounted health insurance 
• Staff Car Parking (subject to availability)

This is an amazing opportunity to join our new Interconnected Care project team at ground zero, with an all-new team - and you! The team is growing rapidly. If you’ve got energy and passion for driving clinical care innovation, you’re going to love working with us! 

Please introduce yourself with a cover letter and resume. 

Please send all enquiries to Jo Donovan | Manager, CIS Program, 0437198640

Applications close on Friday, 11th of October 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