Job Description
Reference Number: 3410
Category: Management & Administration
Department: MH Corporate Support
Are you a current Austin Health employee?
If yes, please log in to the Austin Health careers website via ‘Employee Login’ using your network log in details to search, view and apply for all career opportunities available.
Health Information Manager Grade 3
Full-time Position working Monday to Friday based in Heidelberg
A qualification in Health Information Management or equivalent is essential
Come and join a friendly and supportive team who genuinely enjoy their work and the contribution they make
Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the Northeast of Melbourne and state-wide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.
About the Mental Health Division
The Mental Health Division (MHD) provides care and services through a comprehensive range of teams to meet the needs of mental health consumers and carers throughout Victoria.
About the role
The role supports the Health Information Manager in driving continuous improvement and effective governance of health information systems within the Mental Health Division, ensuring they meet the organisation’s reporting and service delivery requirements.
About you
You will be someone who possesses excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to excellence. You’ll bring energy and drive to your work and have a keen interest in developing your skillset.
To be successful in this role, you'll bring with you:
Bachelor of Applied Science, Health Information Management or equivalent and eligibility for full membership of Health Information Management Association of Australia.
A sound understanding of health information systems including paper-based and electronic records.
Demonstrated understanding of clinical data and reporting requirements.
A sound understanding of patient information systems (such as CERNER & the CMI) and patient administration systems (such as TrakCare).
Excellent clinical coding skills using ICD-10-AM and a good understanding of Casemix and DRGs
Our benefits
Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:
Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation.
A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program.
Onsite childcare at Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and car parking options.
Mentoring and career development opportunities.
Work with us!
We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures.
If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. What matters most is your passion, your drive and your willingness to learn and contribute. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Hannah Bloom, Divisional Director Mental Health, Hannah.BLOOM@austin.org.au
Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details.
Application closing date: Monday 30 June 2026
Category: Management & Administration
Department: MH Corporate Support
Are you a current Austin Health employee?
If yes, please log in to the Austin Health careers website via ‘Employee Login’ using your network log in details to search, view and apply for all career opportunities available.
Health Information Manager Grade 3
Full-time Position working Monday to Friday based in Heidelberg
A qualification in Health Information Management or equivalent is essential
Come and join a friendly and supportive team who genuinely enjoy their work and the contribution they make
Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the Northeast of Melbourne and state-wide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.
About the Mental Health Division
The Mental Health Division (MHD) provides care and services through a comprehensive range of teams to meet the needs of mental health consumers and carers throughout Victoria.
About the role
The role supports the Health Information Manager in driving continuous improvement and effective governance of health information systems within the Mental Health Division, ensuring they meet the organisation’s reporting and service delivery requirements.
About you
You will be someone who possesses excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to excellence. You’ll bring energy and drive to your work and have a keen interest in developing your skillset.
To be successful in this role, you'll bring with you:
Bachelor of Applied Science, Health Information Management or equivalent and eligibility for full membership of Health Information Management Association of Australia.
A sound understanding of health information systems including paper-based and electronic records.
Demonstrated understanding of clinical data and reporting requirements.
A sound understanding of patient information systems (such as CERNER & the CMI) and patient administration systems (such as TrakCare).
Excellent clinical coding skills using ICD-10-AM and a good understanding of Casemix and DRGs
Our benefits
Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:
Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation.
A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program.
Onsite childcare at Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and car parking options.
Mentoring and career development opportunities.
Work with us!
We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures.
If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. What matters most is your passion, your drive and your willingness to learn and contribute. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Hannah Bloom, Divisional Director Mental Health, Hannah.BLOOM@austin.org.au
Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details.
Application closing date: Monday 30 June 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Health Information Manager Grade 3 position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in Heidelberg offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.