Regional Manager Patient Safety And Quality

Come for the adventure and stay for the people, scenery and amazing sunsets … Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to the Kimberley community AND work and play in one of the most sought-after and photographed locations in Australia. The Opportunity The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is seeking a suitably experienced and motivated professional to appoint to the position of Regional Manager Patient Safety and Quality.

The role provides leadership, governance and assurance of the regional patient safety and quality improvement program. Ensures that the Kimberley Region meets the requirements of the WACHS and WA Health Clinical Governance Safety and Quality Governance and Policy Framework; National Safety and Quality requirements including the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards, the Aged Care Quality standards and WACHS strategic objectives. The Job Description Form (JDF) attached will provide a full statement of Key Duties, Responsibilities and

Work Related Requirements. If you have any questions, regarding this position, we encourage you to contact James Caudle on 0477 181 ***. Employee Benefits:  In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements): 10.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.

Access to generous salary packaging arrangements Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance Flexible working arrangements Flexible leave arrangements Other professional and location-based allowances include: Additional one (1) weeks paid annual leave p/annum + travel days (2-4 days) District Allowance Air-conditioning subsidy (during wet season) Generous travel subsidy for employee and dependents (after 12 months’ service) Regional travel for Medical appointments in City/Perth – up to 37 hrs per annum Accommodation as per regional policy (accommodation subsidy may apply) Relocation allowance Click here for more information. District Allowance Payment is paid according to the following: Subject to eligibility Health Salaried Officers Agreement (WA Health System – HSUWA – PACTS Industrial Agreement 2020) Department of Commerce Labour Relations advice Circular to Departments Current Rates as per Circular 3/2019 District Allowance Rates Eligibility Successful applicants will be required to: Provision of the minimum identity proofing requirements, including Provide evidence of Australian citizenship or permanent residency to be considered for permanent position in the WA public sector.

Successful Criminal Record Screening Clearance Successful WA Health Integrity Check Completion of a satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process.

Both of these options remain valid for a period of six (6) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision. Application Instructions Applicants are advised to write a statement of no more than three (3) pages addressing the Work Related Requirements outlined in the attached JDF, and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.

    About WACHS The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia.   The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia.

 Working with us will expose you to a range of career options along with living in vibrant country communities.   There is a wealth of information about living and working in the Kimberley Region learn more about a nursing career within WA Country Health here. WACHS is committed to living our values of Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity as we strive to deliver and advance high quality care for country WA communities.

Commitment to Diversity WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, the LGBTQIA2 community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds. WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy.

As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. Lodgement is system generated.

Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.  LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Position Title Regional Manager Patient Safety and Quality Agency WA Country Health Service Salary HSO Level G9 $127,938 - $132,198 p.a. Location Broome Unit/Division Kimberley -> Regional Safety and Quality Branch

Work Type Permanent

Closing Date 2022-10-28 4:00 PM Salary HSO Level G9 $127,938 - $132,198 p.a. Agency Department of Health Company Information Description Come for the adventure and stay for the people, scenery and amazing sunsets … Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to the Kimberley community AND work and play in one of the most sought-after and photographed locations in Australia. The Opportunity

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is seeking a suitably experienced and motivated professional to appoint to the position of Regional Manager Patient Safety and Quality. The role provides leadership, governance and assurance of the regional patient safety and quality improvement program. Ensures that the Kimberley Region meets the requirements of the WACHS and WA Health Clinical Governance Safety and Quality Governance and Policy Framework; National Safety and Quality requirements including the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards, the Aged Care Quality standards and WACHS strategic objectives.

The Job Description Form (JDF) attached will provide a full statement of Key Duties, Responsibilities and Work Related Requirements. If you have any questions, regarding this position, we encourage you to contact James Caudle on 0477 181 ***.

Employee Benefits:  In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements): 10.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. Access to generous salary packaging arrangements Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance Flexible working arrangements Flexible leave arrangements Other professional and location-based allowances include: Additional one (1) weeks paid annual leave p/annum + travel days (2-4 days) District Allowance Air-conditioning subsidy (during wet season) Generous travel subsidy for employee and dependents (after 12 months’ service) Regional travel for Medical appointments in City/Perth – up to 37 hrs per annum Accommodation as per regional policy (accommodation subsidy may apply) Relocation allowance Click here for more information.

District Allowance Payment is paid according to the following: Subject to eligibility Health Salaried Officers Agreement (WA Health System – HSUWA – PACTS Industrial Agreement 2020) Department of Commerce Labour Relations advice Circular to Departments Current Rates as per Circular 3/2019 District Allowance Rates Eligibility Successful applicants will be required to: Provision of the minimum identity proofing requirements, including Provide evidence of Australian citizenship or permanent residency to be considered for permanent position in the WA public sector. Successful Criminal Record Screening Clearance Successful WA Health Integrity Check Completion of a satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service.

In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of six (6) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision. Application Instructions Applicants are advised to write a statement of no more than three (3) pages addressing the

Work Related Requirements outlined in the attached JDF, and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.     About WACHS The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia.

  The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia.  Working with us will expose you to a range of career options along with living in vibrant country communities.   There is a wealth of information about living and working in the Kimberley Region learn more about a nursing career within WA Country Health here.

WACHS is committed to living our values of Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity as we strive to deliver and advance high quality care for country WA communities. Commitment to Diversity WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, the LGBTQIA2 community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.  LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

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