About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Health Information Officer to join the team at Rob Ferreira Hospital in the Ehlanzeni District. This pivotal role is essential for maintaining and managing health information systems within the hospital, ensuring that data integrity and quality are upheld. By capturing and validating health data, you will be contributing significantly to the public service, ultimately enhancing healthcare delivery in our communities.
Your work in this role will have a direct impact on improving health outcomes in the region. As a Health Information Officer, you will be at the forefront of data management, supporting the implementation of national and provincial health information systems. This is not just a job; it is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of South Africans by ensuring that critical health data is accurate and accessible.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to promoting and protecting the health of all South Africans. With a mission to provide comprehensive and equitable health services, the department plays a vital role in the public sector. Working here means being part of a team that strives for quality healthcare and the well-being of the community, addressing health challenges, and ensuring that data-driven decisions are made for the betterment of public health.
What You’ll Do
- Manage and conduct database operations for the District Health Information System (DHIS) and other relevant systems.
- Organize and lead facility data and performance review meetings.
- Verify, validate, and consolidate hospital data from various sources.
- Timely capture data in the Web-DHIS and ensure successful uploads to the system.
- Support DHIS version updates and facilitate workshops for new versions.
- Assist in implementing National, Provincial, and District Health Information systems.
- Conduct data quality audits and develop quality improvement plans.
- Monitor the implementation of health information policies across the facility.
What You’ll Need
- A Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with six years of experience in DHIS, or a Diploma/Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Statistics or Information Management with three years of relevant DHIS experience.
- Advanced computer literacy and strong presentation skills.
- Extensive knowledge of Health Information systems and public health indicators.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
- Understanding of data quality assessment tools and methods.
- Skills in data consolidation, verification, and validation processes.
- A valid driver’s license.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can find the application instructions below.
Requirements
Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus six (6) years’ experience in DHIS or Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Statistic / Information Management as recognized by SAQA with three (3) relevant experience in DHIS.Advanced computer literacy.
Presentation and data analysis skills.
Extensive knowledge of Health Information systems.
Ability to work under pressure.
Knowledge of public health indicators and data elements.
Advanced knowledge in the management of registers and all relevant source documents.
Knowledge of data quality assessment tools and methods.
Skills in data consolidation, verification and validation process.
A valid driver’s licence.
Job Duties
Conduct database management of DHIS in the hospital and other relevant systems.Conduct facility data and performance review meetings.
Conduct data verification, validation and consolidation of hospital data from all sources.
Timeously capture data on the Web-DHIS and upload into the system.
Support DHIS version updates and workshops relating to new versions.
Support implementation of National, Provincial and District Health Information systems.
Conduct data quality audit for the facility and quality improvement plans.
Monitor implementation of health information policies.
