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Data Officer - ANZ Sarcoma Association

• 12-month, fixed-term, part-time position
• 30.4 hours per fortnight (0.4FTE)
• HS2 - HS21: $1,027.20 - $1,135.568
• Generous salary packaging offers available

The Data Officer will be responsible for performing tasks to support the data management activities of the Australia and New Zealand Sarcoma Association’s Sarcoma Clinical Database. Tasks include collection of clinical data from the Hospital electronic medical records and accurate data entry into the Sarcoma Clinical Database. maintenance of current records to ensure follow up and treatment information is up to date. Knowledge of medical (oncological) terminology, the ability to interpret medical records for information and experience using electronic medical records is highly desired.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience with data entry into registries/databases or similar
• Comprehension of medical terminology, with the ability to interpret medical records for required information
• Proficient computer skills including use of spreadsheets, databases, and word processing packages
• Accurate data entry with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work as a team member or autonomously as required
• Highly organised, methodical worker with the ability to prioritise work
• Able to work independently, be self-directed and capable of working to deadlines
• Strong communication, written and verbal skills

Desireable Requirements:

• Previous experience using an electronic medical record system
• Familiarity with medical terminology and oncology
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in health science or similar discipline
• Understanding of Patient Privacy requirements

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: Dr Denise Caruso
Contact: Jasmine Mar
Number: 0437 880 835
Email: jasmine.mar@petermac.org / denise.caruso@petermac.org
Applications Close: Thursday 7th November, 2024