Our Privacy Policy
This practice has a Privacy Policy in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 and amendments introduced by the Privacy Amendment (Enhancing Privacy Protection) Act 2012.
This practice is committed to the protection of patient and client privacy. Security of confidential information is integral to good practice and the development of trusting relationships with patients and clients of this practice.
To meet this commitment we will:-
- Obtain consent before collecting personal information.
- Explain why we need to collect information and how we will use that information.
- Explain our procedure to allow access to information we hold about you.
- Be open to discussing any concern you may have about how we handle your information.
All clients attending the practice will be asked to complete a specific consent form relevant to the purpose of their attendance at the commencement of assessment or treatment.
We maintain secure and confidential paper and electronic files that contain any personal and medical information obtained in the course of attendance.
This practice does not disclose personal or medical information to overseas recipients without express authority.
If any privacy concerns are not resolved by discussions with the relevant practitioner a formal complaint about breach of Australian Privacy Principles should be lodged in writing to:
The Directors, Occupational Health Services Pty Ltd, 201 Davey Street, South Hobart Tas 7004
Any enquiries should be directed to Dr Sharman
