Chief Medical Information Officer
Central Office

Shape the future of digital healthcare across WA Country Health Service!

Sessional Year 1-9: $817.44 - $1,038.13 per session* 
Above remuneration is inclusive of base rate as of 3 September 2026, 12% superannuation and applicable allowances. Remuneration is subject to assessment of qualifications, clinical skills and years of practice.

Employment Types: fixed term – sessional appointment up to 03/02/2028 with possibility of extension(s).

About the WA Health Electronic Medical Record Program

WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is undertaking one of the largest digital transformation programs in Australia through the implementation of a statewide Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Program. The EMR Program will transform the way healthcare is delivered by connecting people and information to support safer, more efficient and patient-centred care.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced medical leader to influence large-scale system transformation, support innovation and help deliver a digitally enabled healthcare system that meets current and future healthcare needs.

About the Role

As Chief Medical Information Officer, you will play a pivotal role in representing WACHS within the State-wide Electronic Medical Record Program, ensuring that the unique needs of regional, rural and remote communities are reflected in the design and implementation of WA’s future digital healthcare system

 This is more than a digital health role. It is an opportunity to influence how healthcare is delivered across some of the most geographically diverse and clinically complex environments in the country.

You will work alongside senior clinical, digital and executive leaders across WA Health to design systems that support safer care, enhance clinician experience, improve patient outcomes and create a more connected healthcare system for future generations.

This role will suit an experienced medical specialist with a passion for digital health, clinical innovation and healthcare transformation.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Influence the future direction of healthcare delivery across Western Australia.
• Collaborate with highly experienced clinical, executive and digital health leaders.
• Contribute to innovative initiatives that improve patient care, safety and efficiency.
• Advocate for rural and remote healthcare requirements within a major statewide transformation program.

You will bring:

• Unrestricted specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Fellowship of an Australasian Specialist Medical College or an equivalent specialist qualification recognised by the Medical Board of Australia.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and proven ability to influence organisational change and technology adoption.
• Contemporary Knowledge and experience in clinical systems design and workflow optimisation.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Strong conceptual and analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Sound understanding of patient safety, clinical governance, quality improvement and risk management principles.

Benefits of Working with WACHS  

• Generous salary packaging arrangements 
• Attractive leave entitlements 
• Professional development opportunities to grow your leadership 
• Flexible working arrangements, tailored to support work–life balance  

Keen to know more about the salaries and benefits? Medical practitioner salaries and benefits page.  

Application Process

To complete the application, you must apply online on MedCareersWA Ref # 493437 and submit the following documents:

• A statement (maximum three pages) must address each of the suitability requirements below by showing how you fulfil each requirement, using specific examples.

1. Fellowship of an Australasian Specialist Medical College or equivalent that is recognised for registration as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia. 
2. Demonstrated extensive knowledge and clinical experience in a hospital setting, including contemporary knowledge of clinical issues and emerging trends in digital health locally and nationally. 
3. Demonstrated motivational and strong leadership and decision-making skills with ability to effect change, and the adoption of technology. 
4. Demonstrated high level communication, interpersonal, negotiation, public presentation, consultation and conflict resolution skills with an ability to build relationships, network and influence within and outside the health service.
5. Strong conceptual and analytical skills and extensive knowledge and application of clinical research, best practice and risk management principles. 

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae which summarises your experience and how you meet the position requirements.
• Contact details for two work related referees (one of your referees must be a current supervisor or manager).

For further information related to this position: Please contact Dr Samir Heble – Executive Director of Medical Services on 0423939 931 or samir.heble@health.wa.gov.au.   

If you encounter any difficulties while applying online, please contact medcareerswa@health.wa.gov.au.

Other Conditions

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working with Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).  Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you can perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.  Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

 LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.