District Release of Information Manager

• Lead district-wide medico-legal and release of information services

• Drive compliance, privacy and information governance excellence

• Shape policy, training and service improvement across WSLHD

Manage complex medico-legal services, build best-practice information governance and drive compliance, privacy and service excellence across WSLHD.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 3 September 2027)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $59.92 - $70.70 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: WSLHD, Primary location Westmead

Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District is one of Australia's largest and most diverse health services, delivering world-class healthcare to a rapidly growing community. Based at Westmead Hospital, you will join a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where innovation, continuous improvement and excellence in patient care are at the heart of everything we do.

In this role you will enjoy:

• Working across a large and dynamic health district with broad stakeholder engagement

• Leading district-wide medico-legal, release of information and transcription services

• Influencing strategic decision-making, policy development and service innovation

• Collaborating with multidisciplinary clinical and corporate teams

• Being part of a culture that values learning, leadership and professional growth

What you'll be doing
As the District Release of Information Manager, you will provide expert leadership, advice and operational oversight for medico-legal and release of information services across Western Sydney Local Health District. You will ensure compliance with legislative requirements, privacy obligations, accreditation standards and Ministry of Health directives while driving service improvement and operational excellence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing specialist advice and leadership on medico-legal, privacy and release of information matters across WSLHD

• Developing, implementing and reviewing policies, procedures and standards to ensure legislative and accreditation compliance

• Managing the timely processing of requests for clinical information and overseeing medico-legal correspondence

• Leading quality improvement initiatives, performance reporting and KPI monitoring to support effective service delivery

• Designing and delivering district-wide education and training programs on privacy, access to information and medico-legal practices

Join Us
Bring your expertise, leadership and passion for health information management to an organisation committed to delivering better health outcomes for our community. Apply today and be part of a team where your work will make a lasting difference for patients, staff and the future of healthcare in Western Sydney.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

1. Tertiary qualifications in either Health Information Management, Health Management, Health law, equivalent qualifications or equivalent experience

2. Demonstrated knowledge of, and commitment to, relevant legislation and NSW Health policies relating to privacy, confidentiality, and the release of information.

3. Highly developed analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills, with the ability to manage complex medico legal matters and meet legislative requirements and deadlines.

4. Advanced computer literacy, including demonstrated experience using Patient Administration Systems, Microsoft Office applications, and electronic records management systems such as HPRM.

5. Proven experience in the coordination, tracking and management of medico legal requests, including subpoenas, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance with legal and organisational requirements.

6. Demonstrated experience in leading, developing and managing administrative teams to achieve service targets and organisational outcomes.

7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide high-quality customer service and effectively engage with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

8. Demonstrated high level attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to change and maintain quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Requisition ID: REQ684726
Applications Close: 20 August 2026

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