Nnswlhd Staff Specialist

Click here to Apply via eCredential Position Classification and Title: Staff Specialist - Deputy Director Medical Services, Richmond Hospital Network Employment Type : Permanent Full TimeRemuneration : $262,376 - $323,777 per annum full time equivalent depending on experienceHours Per Week : 40Requisition ID : REQ542001 We invite qualified candidates to Appy via eCredential.
At Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD), we are dedicated to becoming Australia's leading regional health district.
Lismore Base Hospital serves as a key regional referral hospital, providing a comprehensive range of health services, including a state-of-the-art Operating Theatre Suite, Intensive Care/Cardiac Care Unit, Women's and Paediatric Care Units, Emergency Department and more.
It is our mission to deliver high-quality healthcare across a range of services, including hospitals, primary care, mental health and community health programs.
We are seeking a Deputy Director of Medical Services (DDMS) to play a pivotal role in our clinical leadership team.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary applicant seeking to further their career whilst supporting the Director of Medical Services and leadership team to drive innovation and implement best practices in medical administration across our district.
You will collaborate with multidisciplinary partners to foster success and transform healthcare delivery.
Key Responsibilities: Assist the Director of Medical Services though deputising as directed, providing support to the clinical divisions to maintain service provision.
Provide a leadership role to medical staff at the rural hospitals in support of the Director of Medical Services and the Executive Officer of each hospital to mitigate issues and acting as a role model of professional standards.
Contribute to the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of medical services at all facilities, including but not limited to: Clinical Governance and Clinical Risk Management; Morbidity & Mortality Review; Sentinel Incident Review; collection, review and action on Hospital-wide and specific clinical indicators; EQUIP and HETI accreditation processes to assist in meeting professional, NSW Health and Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) standards, policies and guidelines and to meet compliance with reporting.
Responsible for attending to medico-legal issues, including the acceptance of and actioning of subpoenas when received and liaison with the network insurer to ensure that timeframes are met and in compliance with legal obligations.
Manage complaints and incidents actively as they arise and review complaints in relation to medical services.
Enable early investigation, fact finding and the identification of issues for addressing and/or resolution or further action as appropriate.
Provide reports and required documentation/data entry within required timeframes.
Manage administrative matters associated with the appointment procedures of Junior Medical Staff for the Richmond Network Hospitals, ensuring that they are in accordance with appropriate industrial awards, agreements and policies of the NNSWLHD.
Provide human resource management through implementing and overseeing efficient processes and systems for induction, staff support, rosters, leave cover, annual/conference leave entitlements and database management as well as recruitment of Junior Medical Staff ensuring staffing levels and knowledge are maintained to provide safe levels of service delivery.
We are Looking for a Candidate Who: Is ready to make a start in their healthcare career or has experience and a proven track record to enhance healthcare and lead transformational change within a large, complex organisation.
Ready to or has experience in promoting a value-based, culturally safe and person-centred healthcare service while driving strategic innovation and practical solutions.
Ready to or has experience in fostering excellence in healthcare delivery, cultivating cohesive and contemporary services at our hospitals and within the community.
If you are ready to be part of a team that will make a meaningful impact and lead the future of healthcare in Northern NSW, we invite you to Apply via eCredential - Click Here.
Why you should consider applying We can offer you:
· Diverse career pathways
· Professional and personal development
· Help with further study and education
· Flexible and supportive work environment
· Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce
· Challenging, inspiring and rewarding roles, and
· The opportunity to make a difference

As a Staff Specialist you may benefit from potential tax savings by salary packaging living expenses, vehicle leasing, meal entertainment and relocation costs
The Location Lismore Base Hospital, the primary hospital in the Richmond Network, is located in an area also known as the Rainbow Region, this area is blessed with stunning waterfalls, fertile farming land, artistic villages and relaxed seaside communities.
Close to the Ballina & Byron Shires which include some of Australia's most famous surf breaks and holiday destinations, while the hinterland is rich with vibrant communities and mouth-watering local produce.
Whether you're looking for a relaxing tree-change, a family destination or an adventure, the Richmond Region has something to suit every lifestyle.
Our staff live and work in some of Australia's most sought-after destinations, where work/life balance is not a buzzword, it's a reality

Visit Northern NSW Local Health District for more information on living and working in this area.

Northern NSW Local Health District embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace.
We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.
NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position.
All applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.
For help with your application to this role visit NSW Government – Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.

Please note, to apply for this position you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia.
For more information, please see Australian Government – Department of Home Affairs
A current valid NSW Working with Children Check is a requirement of this position.
Visit NSW Government – Office of the Children's Guardian for more information.

Selection Criteria Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist Medical Administrator, and/or specialist international medical graduate pathways or working tworards such eligiblity, or equivalent qualification and experience as provided for in the Staff Specialist (State) Award.
Or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist Medical Practitioner, and/or specialist international medical graduate pathways.
Demonstrated capability to effectively manage junior medical workforce Demonstrated commitment to the principles and practices of clinical governance and clinical risk management and demonstrated capacity to implement and maintain continuous quality improvement management strategies Sound understanding of contemporary Health Service issues and the proven ability to prioritise and effectively manage resources to address these issues Communication, negotiation, consultative and interpersonal skills, incorporating the ability to liaise and consult with all levels of the health industry, the community and various professional groups Valid unrestricted drivers' licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment Ability to participate in Executive on call roster Need more information?
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We invite qualified candidates to Appy via eCredential.
Candidates may contact Dr Philip Reasbeck, Director of Medical Services, Richmond Network for related queries or questions.
Applications Close: 17 January 2025 #MedicalServices For assistance with your application please refer to the Clinician Guide to applying in eCredential
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Candidates interested in this position must make their own enquiries and submit their own application.