Strategic clinical leadership role for Queensland Health's digital health and ICT initiatives

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The role

The Department of Health is seeking a strategic clinical leader to join eHealth Queensland as the Chief Clinical Information Officer. This executive role provides high-level clinical leadership and advice to drive the digital health agenda across Queensland Health.

Reporting to the Deputy Director-General, eHealth Queensland, and operating as a member of the eHealth Queensland Executive Management Team, the successful candidate will lead the development, implementation, and governance of clinical ICT initiatives that enhance patient safety, clinical workflows, and healthcare delivery.

The Chief Clinical Information Officer will also represent Queensland Health on national committees, lead statewide digital health strategies, and oversee the Office of the Chief Clinical Information Officer (OCCIO), a team of over 40 professionals dedicated to advancing clinical informatics.

The Successful Person

The successful person will be a proven senior clinical leader with:

• Extensive experience in healthcare information technology and digital health strategy.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale ICT programs and influence clinical practice improvements.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills across complex systems and jurisdictions.
• Deep understanding of ICT governance, clinical safety, and risk management.
• A collaborative and strategic mindset with a commitment to health equity, especially for First Nations peoples.

About the Division

eHealth Queensland advises on state-wide eHealth innovation, strategy, planning, standards, architecture and governance and is responsible for delivering clinical, corporate and infrastructure ICT programs and services in line with the Queensland Health vision and investment priorities; providing modern ICT infrastructure and customer support for desktop, mobile, smart devices, telehealth, data centres, network and security. eHealth Queensland also provides data repositories and data services for the health system.

eHealth reports to the Director-General, providing governance of clinical, corporate and infrastructure ICT programs and services within the established Queensland Health entity, while enhancing engagement with the recipients of these services, particularly, the Hospital and Health Services.

Located within eHealth Queensland is the Chief Clinical Information Officer who provides strategic and clinical leadership to drive digital enablement, in a fit for purpose and clinically safe way, for Queensland Health.

Benefits of working with the Department of Health:

By joining the Department of Health you will work within a fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment where every employee plays a critical role in our ongoing success.  You will enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development

To reflect the diversity within the communities and people we support and serve, we seek to hire a workforce that is both representative and diverse. With a focus on inclusion, accessibility and flexibility, we are committed to supporting you in your career with us.

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis (temporary; full time or part time).

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• EA631473 Chief Clinical Information Officer_RD (PDF, 296KB)
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