AddressJob Title: General Manager Risk, Quality & Governance
Location: Rosary Gardens Nursing Home, 85 Creek Rd, New Town TAS 7008 - Southern Cross Care.
Job Description:
- As we continue to grow and expand our operations, we are seeking a talented and experienced General Manager to lead our Risk, Quality, and Governance functions.
We are seeking a forward-thinking and dedicated individual to join the Southern Cross Care team at Rosary Gardens Nursing Home. The General Manager Risk, Quality & Governance will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership in the ongoing development, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive governance, risk, and quality systems across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute strategic plans related to risk-management, quality improvements, and governance across the organization.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry regulations and best practices.
- Develop and manage strategies for measuring and improving service quality.
- Oversee the risk management processes and systems, and develop strategies to minimize the organisation’s exposure.
- Lead investigations into any incidents or breaches, and oversee the development of response strategies and contingency plans.
- Implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and accreditation standards, and manage regular audits for compliance.
- Collaborate with the senior leadership team to set strategic objectives, and serve on organizational committees.
- Train and guide staff in risk management and governance principles.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- A Master's degree or a recognised professional qualification in Risk Management, Business, Law or Healthcare would be highly regarded.
- Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a similar role in the healthcare sector.
- Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards
- Proven experience in risk management concepts and methodologies.
- Strong knowledge of governance principles and methodologies.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority.
At Southern Cross Care, we believe in providing a supportive and inclusive work environment. Therefore, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and experiences.
If you are a detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in risk, quality, and governance, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability
What's on offer
- a competitive salary
- the opportunity to salary package up to $18,550 per FBT year
- access to free parking
- training and development opportunities
- discount private health insurance
About Us
Southern Cross Care (Tas) Inc is Tasmania's largest aged care provider, consisting of nine residential aged care facilities, thirteen retirement villages and providing home care services into each of the southern, northern, and north-western regions. The organisation consists of approximately 1200 dedicated team members across the state.
How to Apply
Applications for this role must be submitted via SEEK.
To apply, please submit a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing how your relevant experience meets the Selection Criteria and key responsibilities of the role.
For any questions relating to the role please contact; ************@scctas.org.au
