Title: Data Quality and Reporting Coordinator
Eastern Health, VIC, AU, 3128 Box Hill, VIC, AU, 3128
Data Quality and Reporting Coordinator
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Fixed-term part-time for 31 hours a week | Parental leave role
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Hybrid working with one day at Box Hill Hospital| Excellent team engagement
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Collaborate with senior leaders to implement and monitor data quality frameworks
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.
Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.
This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.
About the role
The Data Quality and Reporting Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of administrative data to meet reporting requirements. This includes overseeing processes related to the Victorian Admitted Episode Dataset (VAED) by performing data integrity checks and ensuring compliance with reporting standards. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of health data that drives reporting and funding outcomes.
Working closely with the Associate Program Director – Data Quality and Reporting (APD DQR), you will contribute to the implementation and monitoring of data quality frameworks and undertake quality assurance activities that support Activity Based Funding (ABF) and optimise National Weighted Activity Units (NWAU). A key aspect of the role involves designing, coordinating, and delivering targeted training for clerical staff to promote accurate data entry, which is critical for both ABF and VAED reporting.
You may also manage a small team during the APD’s absence, providing leadership and guidance. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who is looking to develop their leadership capabilities while engaging in their role. Hybrid working model with one day per week onsite at Box Hill Hospital following successful training. We strive to support and develop a positive team culture.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
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Experience in healthcare is desirable
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2 years of experience in a data focused role
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Understanding of Activity Based Funding (ABF) principles is desirable
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Highly motivated and self-driven for success
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Shows initiative and desire for quality improvement
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Demonstrated planning and organisational skills
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Possess good negotiation skills
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Demonstrated ability to learn and develop
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Demonstrated ability to manage self and others in order to meet deadlines
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Experience with managing change
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Experience with training staff
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Ability to work well with staff at all levels
Important Note
Due to strict VAED reporting deadlines, accommodating leave requests during peak holiday periods and the VAED consolidation timeframe (July to September) may be challenging. We will work together to find a balance that supports both employee needs and operational requirements.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on data quality and funding outcomes while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
- Mentor and Shadowing program
- Access to discovery days across our 50 sites
- Study and professional development leave
- Friendly & supportive teams
- Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Fitness Passport for work-life balance
- Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones
- Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements
- Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme
- Access to Private Health Insurance offers
- Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training
- Cafes at all of our Hospitals
Next Steps
Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.
We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.
If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.
Good to know:
- We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
- We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
- As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
- Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
- Advertising may end before the closing date.
- We do not accept recruitment agency application
If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.
Please Click Here for the Position Description
Contact Person: Pretika Sharma
Contact Email: Pretika.Sharma@Easternhealth.org.au
Job Posting End Date: 19th of January 2026
Need help submitting your application?
Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1)
Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process!
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