Health information systems coordinator

Health information systems coordinators manage health care data and digital records systems. They may organise patient information, control databases and train staff.

Also known as

Health database administrator, medical records administrator, clinical records adviser, medical records assistant, patient information coordinator, information management coordinator

Work environment

  • Usually work regular business hours
  • Usually work in offices, hospitals or medical centres
  • Need to be accurate, organised and responsible

Salary information

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$50K-$184K 50000

Typical tasks

  • Manage health data and records
  • Make sure patient records are safe and private
  • Keep health data updated
  • Fix issues with health information systems
  • Train staff to use health data systems
  • Follow health rules and laws about data
  • Work with IT teams to improve systems
  • Create reports from health data
  • Research new technology for keeping records
  • Support healthcare staff with data access

Outlook

Digital transformation across healthcare is driving demand for systems that securely connect people, services and information. In New Zealand, national interoperability standards and shared digital health initiatives are helping different health technologies work together more effectively. Internationally, healthcare organisations are investing in connected systems, data sharing and digital tools that support more coordinated and efficient care.

What employers and industry want in graduates

  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work with health information systems and technology
  • Good project and organisational skills
  • Clear communication with technical and non-technical people
  • Understanding of data quality, privacy and security
  • Teamwork and stakeholder management skills

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The above is a suggestion only and a starting point. You may need to meet other criteria or take additional steps to work in this career.

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