Safety, Quality and Risk Coordinator

Medical Imaging, Lyell McEwin - Elizabeth Vale 5112 Salary AHP-3 $108,347 -$116,216 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits Salary RN-3 $125,183 -$130,779 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits Permanent full-time About the role RN-3 As the Safety, Quality, and Risk Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Campus Operations Manager to uphold and enhance the safety and quality standards at LMH. You’ll be responsible for developing and implementing the site’s quality plan, managing accreditation processes, conducting clinical audits, and overseeing patient safety initiatives. This role provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the delivery of healthcare services by ensuring compliance with the latest clinical and corporate risk management frameworks, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. In this role, you will take the lead in coordinating key initiatives that drive the achievement of SAMI, NALHN, and CALHN accreditation standards. Your expertise will guide the implementation of clinical quality activities, management of patient incidents, and the application of safety principles across SA Medical Imaging (SAMI). You will also be a trusted advisor, providing education and support on national standards such as the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme (DIAS) and the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS). This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and committed individual to contribute to the ongoing success and safety of healthcare services at LMH. Qualifications: Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia AHP-3 The Safety, Quality & Risk Coordinator will play a vital role in ensuring that SA Medical Imaging at Lyell McEwin Hospital is a quality‑assured and accredited service provider. You will lead and coordinate the Division's Quality Assurance (QA) Program, driving initiatives to maintain the highest standards of service delivery. Your responsibilities will include providing expert advice and recommendations, developing and implementing consumer review processes, and overseeing key performance indicators, policies, and procedures. You’ll also manage an internal audit schedule, conduct research and investigations, and assess risks, all while ensuring that the department’s practices align with the latest standards in healthcare quality. In this dynamic role, you will be a key player in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety within the service. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, advising on risk management strategies and supporting a patient‑centred approach to care. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised and passionate individual to make a tangible difference in the quality and safety of medical imaging services at Lyell McEwin Hospital, all while ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and enhancing the overall patient experience. Qualifications Registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia Registration with the ASAR (Australian Sonographer Accreditation Register) About us Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well‑being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need. What we offer Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses. Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning. Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied. Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing. Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program. Diversity and inclusion: Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Application Information: Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position. Job ref: Enquiries to: Position:Chief RadiographerPhone: E-mail:***************@sa.gov.au #J-18808-Ljbffr