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Form of workPermanent Full Time with monthly day off
Unique senior leadership opportunity
Generous salary + super + salary packaging
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a comprehensive range of high quality acute, sub-acute, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care and community health services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
An exciting opportunity for a highly motivated health care professional with passion for quality, safety and continuous improvement, has become available within the QPI Directorate.
As a key member of the Quality, Planning and Innovation (QPI) directorate, the Associate Director QPI is responsible for leadership in developing a culture and capability for Clinical Governance and continuous improvement and in turn achievement of performance targets and organisational objectives within the designated Clinical Directorates and programs.
About you
To be successful in this role you should have;
Experience in establishing organisational readiness for accreditation against the National standards and other relevant industry standards and legislation
Experience in training and coaching staff in the use of quality systems and accreditation standards
Skills and knowledge of clinical risk management including incident and feedback management and mortality and morbidity reviews
Understanding of consumer partnerships and experience in training and coaching staff in partnering with residents and families/ carers
Proven experience in successfully leading and embedding change within and across teams
An understanding of measurement and monitoring for safety and quality and high level skills in analysing and reporting performance indicators and establishing clinical audits.
Demonstrated track record in building capability for continuous improvement and promoting a culture of safety and quality
Superior communication skills, both verbal and written
Proven ability to consult and collaborate with others and work as an effective team member to deliver organisational outcomes
Ability to work at both strategic and operational levels within a complex organisation
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment .
For more details, please contact Jigi Lucas, Director, Quality, Planning and Innovation: Clinical Governance, Quality and Safety and Clinical Operations, Eastern Health
Mobile: 0458955073
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here !
Diverse and engaging career opportunities
Friendly & supportive team
Flexible working hours
Salary packaging options
Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:
All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manger listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team .
Eastern Health Values: Patients First | Agility | Humility | Respect | Kindness | Excellence
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date
Selection Criteria
Essential: Essential
- Knowledge of National safety and quality healthcare standards, demonstrated experience in implementing and sustaining a culture of safety and quality in health care setting and knowledge and understanding of accreditation process
- Graduate qualifications in a relevant discipline, health
Sean Crothers
Contact Number
(04) 3222 4986
Contact Email
Sean.Crothers@easternhealth.org.au
Closing Date
19/03/2023
