A Principal Business Analyst, with a clinical focus and strong stakeholder management experience is required. This role will identify, analyse and document current state and future state business processes and requirements within a large Information Management (IM)/Information Communication Technology (ICT) environment. This will ensure the delivery of valued, integrated and effective business solutions for the Digital Health and Business Solutions team.

Job details

The role: 

The MHAOD ieMR Project will design a fit-for-purpose integrated electronic Medical Record (ieMR) solution for Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs (MHAOD) services and implement it within an established ieMR Hospital and Health Service. The project will support a single integrated patient record, improve information sharing and continuity of care, and establish a foundation for future statewide expansion.

The Principal Business Analyst will provide senior business analysis leadership, working closely with clinicians, technical teams and key stakeholders. The role will lead the analysis of current and future workflows, translate clinical needs into clear business and system requirements, and maintain requirements traceability throughout design, build, implementation and transition to business as usual.

You will be responsible for engaging and communicating effectively with stakeholders at every level (Director, Data Manager, Team Lead, Clinicians, and end users) when required to make sure a complete implicit understanding of the business is known.

You will need to proactively encourage key difficult discussions with the right stakeholders in order to fully comprehend the important aspects of the client's needs and making sure all facets are examined from all angles. This will be important for interpreting and translating technical possibilities into clinical suitability.

Additionally, you will contribute to an effective client focused team and work collaboratively to initiate, influence and maintain relationships with and between internal and external stakeholders. 

Is this opportunity for you?

To be successful in this role, you must have demonstrated experience performing business analysis activities within IM/ICT projects preferably in the health care industry. You will also have experience with managing stakeholder relationships throughout the project delivery lifecycle, in addition to experience in capturing and analysing “As-Is' and ‘To-Be' business process models across large organisations, eliciting and documenting business and software requirement specifications.

You will have the proven ability to work within a team environment, developing effective working relationships with team members and stakeholders including mentoring other business analysts within the organisation. Proven effective consultation, facilitation, written and oral communication skills for use in a project environment is essential. 

You will also be a self-motivated problem solver, who has proven experience in driving pragmatic decision making and delivering a wide range of documentation to meet the needs of the target audience.

A high level of knowledge of and the ability to provide advice on the application of appropriate business analysis techniques, methodologies and tools, preferably aligned with Business Analysis Body of Knowledge Version 3.0 (BABOK).

About Digital Health and Business Solutions - eHealth Queensland:

eHealth Queensland is one of the largest Information Communication Technology operations in the state. It is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of information systems and technologies so that Queensland Health employees and health providers have access to information that supports the delivery of health care.

The Digital Health and Business Solutions team offers various services to help stakeholders across eHealth Queensland to project manage, analyse, design, develop, test, integrate, and implement ICT solutions into the Department of Health or Hospital and Health Service (HHS) environment.

Benefits of working with eHealth Queensland:

By joining eHealth Queensland 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 apply for this exciting opportunity, submit your resume and a short statement (maximum 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant for the role, taking into account the key responsibilities and attributes noted in the ‘How you will be assessed' section of the role description. 

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.

• Principal Business Analyst RD (PDF)
  
  DoH Applicant Pack (PDF)