Clinical Safety, Quality and Risk Management Facilitator
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Join the team and further your career with Australia's most reputable charity
Permanent, part-time (0.8FTE) position located at Adelaide Airport
Free parking and salary packaging benefits
About the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Australia / Northern Territory (RFDS SA/NT)
We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory.
Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on growing as an innovative, responsive and better-connected health service provider for all Australians.
Watch stories about our people, patients and the communities we serve at finestcare.com.au.
We believe our people – all of our people – keep the Royal Flying Doctor Service flying.
About this Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Manager Clinical, Safety and Quality, this role is an integral part of the Clinical Safety, Quality team.
The Clinical Safety, Quality and Risk Management Facilitator is responsible for providing a range of service supports covering clinical safety, quality and risk management systems, including incident management, clinical audit, quality improvement, risk management and education/resource development for clinical safety and quality.
Specifically, you will be responsible for the facilitation of clinical safety, quality and risk management initiatives that include:
Monitoring clinical incidents and consumer feedback via the incident management system
Generating monthly dashboard reports for the Clinical Governance Sub Committees
Supporting clinicians in the use of the clinical audit system, and the audit and quality improvement process
Monitoring the status of the annual RFDS SA/NT Clinical Audit Program and facilitating data reporting
Contributing to quality improvement activities to support the clinical accreditation program(s) including but not limited to NSQHS, EURAMI
Supporting education and professional development for clinical staff by facilitating the development of education packages utilising the Learning Management System
About You
You have:
Experience leading, motivating and influencing others to work towards a common purpose, accomplish tasks and achieve organisational objectives
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
Conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to analyse information and provide reports and findings
The ability to take a creative and innovative approach when facing challenges and overcoming obstacles
Effective time management skills and an ability to prioritise responsibilities to meet stipulated deadlines
To be considered for the role you require:
Experience in the health or aged care sector with specific experience in safety and quality management systems
A sound working knowledge and understanding of operations and contemporary issues in health care, particularly safety and quality
Understanding of change management principles and practices
Experience in undertaking accreditation against the requirements of the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards or equivalent quality assurance system
Knowledge of health-related legislations and relevant current Government policies and risk management principles and practices as outlined in the International Standard for Risk Management (AS/NZS ISO *****:****) and Standards Australia HB 327:**** Communicating and consulting about risk
Benefits
Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including:
Packaging up to $15,899 of your salary towards loans, rent and bills
Packaging of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a meal and entertainment card
Reward and Recognition Platform
Learning Management System
Employee value awards
Employee Assistance Program
Comprehensive orientation program for new starters
Free onsite parking
Further Information
To access the position description, please click here.
For a confidential discussion in relation to the recruitment process, please contact Nicola Beckwith Jones, People and Culture Business Partner via ************.
For a confidential discussion in relation to the position, please contact Natalie Szabo, Executive General Manager, Primary Care and Clinical Safety and Quality via ************.
Applications close at 11:59pm on 23rd December ****.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.
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