Job Description:
The Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority (IHACPA) was established under the National Health Reform Act 2011 to improve health outcomes for all Australians. Since 2011 it has enabled the implementation of national activity-based funding of public hospital services through the annual determination of the national efficient price (NEP) and national efficient cost (NEC). With effect from 12 August 2022, IHACPA’s role has expanded to include the provision of advice to the Australian government on costing and pricing of aged care services as well as advice on health and aged care matters. IHACPA’s vision is to design pricing systems that promote safe, efficient health and aged care for all Australians. IHACPA’s purpose is to promote improved efficiency in, and access to, safe and high-quality public hospital and aged care services. IHACPA works collaboratively with a range of stakeholders including the Commonwealth, states and territories, other health portfolio agencies, health professionals, aged care providers, researchers, industry groups, and the general community.
The Independent Health Aged Care Pricing Authority (IHACPA) is seeking a Secretariat Support Officer across IHACPA’s Office of the CEO Branch. This opportunity will suit an individual who is confident and highly motivated, and who works well in a fast-paced business environment to contribute to IHACPA’s goals.
