The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications, and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.  

Reporting to the Regulatory Advisor – Registration (Quality), the Regulatory Assistant – Registration (National Register) will focus on supporting a review of data published to the national register of practitioners and the data recorded in Ahpra's internal systems. You will undertake data quality activities and data remediation activities to ensure our data is accurate and the data published on the national register is accurate, and that it reflects practitioners that are suitably qualified or otherwise entitled to hold registration as determined by the National Law and registration standards.  

Your exceptional data analyses skills, your attention to detail, and a proactive and positive attitude will see you succeed in this role!  

We have a full-time ongoing position available in our Sydney, Adelaide, Canberra, and Hobart Offices. We will be using this recruitment campaign to merit list for any upcoming vacancies  

Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the Flexible working policy   

About the role  

• Effectively analyse data to identify trends, prepare clear and articulate reports for circulation to inform continuous quality improvement initiatives.   
• Review the national register and relevant registration standards to identify the arrangement that qualifies the practitioner for registration and make appropriate records in the relevant system.  
• Undertake data quality activities and investigate any anomalies that arise to provide consistency of information contained in the register.  
• Recommend and/or take appropriate action under direction and in accordance with established policies and process for any records that may not meet set business rules.  
• Assess and process requests for changes to data on the register in a manner that is consistent with established policies, processes, procedures, standards, the requirements of the National Law and national board registration standards.  
• Prepare correspondence for practitioners advising them of their recorded details and any amendments required.   
• Support other data quality activities across the team’s function.  

About you  

You will be process focused, have a keen eye for attention to detail, and an investigative approach. You will have great analytical skills and be able to engage and work collaboratively with various stakeholders. You will also meet the following criteria:  

• Demonstrated problem solving approach to anomalies or omissions found in data and the ability to offer evidence-based and well-reasoned resolutions.  
• Demonstrated ability to analyse data across multiple sources, identify trends and remediate errors in information with a high degree of accuracy. 
• Sound interpersonal, written and oral communication skills and experience in dealing with people at all levels.  
• Sound organisation skills including excellent time management skills plus the ability to prioritise workload in response to time critical targets.  
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office applications for email, word processing, spreadsheets and databases and an ability to learn and adapt to new systems.  
• Certificate II in Business Administration or equivalent and/or relevant experience.  

You embody our values of Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, and Achievement enabling you to build trust with stakeholders.  

 Regulatory Assistant Registration (National Register) L2.pdf 

What we offer:  

• We are a stable workforce, with plenty of internal opportunities for growth and development  
• Flexible working practices – we have the best of both worlds working a balance from the office and remotely  
• Discounts on Private Health Insurance, novated leasing and self-education expenses 
• Attractive salary of $65,218 per annum plus Superannuation   

To apply:  

• Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application 
• Your application must include a resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience relevant to the requirements in the position description  
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process  
• For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact Elizabeth Jennings on 02 8071 2109 or email [email protected]  using the subject line: Regulatory Assistant - Registration / National Register - Flexible Location enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.  

Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.  

With respect, no agencies please.