Locum DMS/Medical Superintendent - Embrace the Wonders of the Northern Territory

We’ve partnered with a regional hospital in the NT to assist them in finding a locum Medical Superintendent/DMS for NT Health and services in the East Arnhem region.

Nhulunbuy is a remote township on the Gove Peninsula. It is the regional hub for one of Australia's most diverse, beautiful, and exciting regions with pristine world heritage beaches and sub-tropical rainforests. The township has virtually no winter, so that you can enjoy the Top End's outdoor lifestyle all year round with monthly markets, community activities, fiery sunsets over the water, and leisurely weekend trips to many fabulous locations in and around East Arnhem Land.

You will oversee the medical department and ensures that the hospital provides high-quality medical services to patients. This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent medical knowledge, and collaboration with other departments to achieve hospital-wide goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all medical departments within Gove Hospital, including the emergency department, inpatient and outpatient, and surgical services.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure the hospital's medical services comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

• Work collaboratively with other departments, including nursing, administration, and finance, to ensure that the hospital operates efficiently and effectively.

• Recruit, train, and supervise medical staff, including physicians, nurses, and support staff, to ensure they provide high-quality patient care.

• Develop and manage the departmental budget, ensuring that all expenses are within the allocated budget and that financial resources are used effectively.

• Ensure that the hospital maintains high patient safety standards, including developing and implementing quality improvement programs.

• Participate in strategic planning for the hospital, working with other leadership team members to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of medical practices and technologies, and incorporate new developments into the hospital's medical services as appropriate.

• Represent the hospital at external events, including conferences and professional organizations, to promote the hospital's medical services and build relationships with other healthcare professionals.

To find out more, please contact Mel Houston (Prescript’s Senior Recruitment Partner):

***@prescript.com.au // 0414 716 ***