DNA Healthcare – Privacy Policy

Introduction

DNA Healthcare is committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal information responsibly. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the personal information of candidates, clients, and other stakeholders in compliance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

1. Collection of Personal Information

We collect personal information that is reasonably necessary for our recruitment services, including but not limited to:

• Name, contact details, and identification documents.
• Professional qualifications, work history, and references.
• Sensitive information (e.g., health or criminal record checks) with your consent.
• Information obtained from third parties such as referees, professional registration bodies (e.g., AHPRA), or criminal record check providers.

This information is collected directly from you or through other sources as required for recruitment purposes.

2. Purpose of Collection

The personal information we collect is used for the following purposes:

• Assessing your suitability for employment opportunities.
• Conducting background checks such as qualifications, work history, and probity checks.
• Facilitating job placements with hospitals, aged care facilities, and other healthcare organisations.
• Managing ongoing employment relationships, including performance assessments and training needs.
• Complying with legal obligations such as child safety checks or workers' compensation requirements.

We do not collect personal information unless it is necessary for these purposes.

3. Use and Disclosure of Personal Information

We may disclose your personal information to:

• Potential employers or clients (e.g., hospitals or healthcare facilities) as part of the recruitment process.
• Professional registration authorities (e.g., AHPRA) and government agencies where required by law.
• Third-party service providers assisting us in conducting background checks or managing recruitment operations.
• Any other party with your explicit consent.

We take reasonable steps to ensure that any third party we share your information with adheres to privacy laws.

4. Storage and Security

Your personal information is stored securely in physical files or electronic databases. We implement measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, misuse, loss, or disclosure.

Access to your personal information is restricted to authorised personnel only.

5. Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections if it is inaccurate or incomplete. To make such a request, please contact us using the details below.

6. Retention Policy

We retain your personal information only for as long as it is required for recruitment purposes or as mandated by law. If it is no longer needed, we will securely destroy or de-identify the data.

7. Changes to this Privacy Statement

DNA Healthcare reserves the right to update this Privacy Statement in response to changes in privacy laws or business practices. Please review this statement periodically for updates.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Statement or wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact:

DNA Healthcare

Email: info@dnarecruit.com.au
Phone: 02 9137 8095
Address: SE103/272 Pacific Hwy, Crows Nest, NSW, 2065

 

This Privacy Policy was last updated on April 15, 2025.