Privacy Administrator
Main purpose of the role:
The Privacy Admnistrator is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Health Information Privacy Act and the Privacy Act as well as the various ethical principles surrounding confidentiality.
A healthy scepticism is maintained to ensure that new innovations in technology do not compromise health information security.
The maintenance of privacy should be at the core of how we handle patient information
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| Privacy Officer |
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| 1.1 | Compliance with policy | Ensure compliance with the practice Privacy Policy and Health Information Privacy Policy Destroy confidential information in accordance with policy. |
| 1.2 | Confidentiality | Ensure all contractors complete a confidentiality statement. Ensure all staff are covered by a confidentiality clause in their Individual Employment Agreement. |
| 1.3 | Respond to OIA | After discussion with a Director, to comply with any requests for information under the Official Information Act. |
| 1.4 | Access to Medical Records | Ensure that medical records are released in compliance with current legislation and practice policy To discuss any requests for medical information release with the appropriate clinician(s) or the Clinical Director prior to the release of any information. |
Last review Date 27/03/2020