eHealth Queensland on the hunt for a chief clinical information officer

eHealth Queensland is looking for a chief clinical information officer (CICO) to provide high-level clinical leadership and advice to drive the digital health agenda across Queensland Health.

eHealth Queensland advises on state-wide eHealth innovation, strategy, planning, standards, architecture and governance and is responsible for delivering clinical, corporate and infrastructure ICT programs and services.

eHealth Queensland also provides modern ICT infrastructure and customer support for desktop, mobile, smart devices, telehealth, data centres, network and security, as well as providing data repositories and data services for the health system.

Operating as a member of the eHealth Queensland executive management team, the successful candidate will lead the development, implementation, and governance of clinical ICT initiatives that enhance patient safety, clinical workflows, and healthcare delivery.

The CICO will also represent Queensland Health on national committees, lead statewide digital health strategies, and oversee the Office of the CCIO, comprising of a team of over 40 professionals dedicated to advancing clinical informatics.

 eHealth Queensland said the ideal candidate would be a proven senior clinical leader with extensive experience in healthcare information technology and digital health strategy; proven ability to lead large-scale ICT programs and influence clinical practice improvements; and strong stakeholder engagement skills across complex systems and jurisdictions.

The government department also said the individual should possess a deep understanding of ICT governance, clinical safety, and risk management, as well as a collaborative and strategic mindset with a commitment to health equity, especially for First Nations peoples.

Applications close July 29, 2025.

eHealth reports to the Director-General, providing governance of clinical, corporate and infrastructure ICT programs and services within the established Queensland Health entity, while enhancing engagement with the recipients of these services, particularly, the Hospital and Health Services.