Leadership Position for Medical Services Director
Ramsay Health Care is seeking a highly experienced and skilled medical professional to lead the efficient management of medical services, including all human and material resources within the department.
Job Description
This part-time role (1 day per week) will oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of medical practices and processes to ensure high-quality care and strong operational performance. You will provide support and supervision to medical staff, including Visiting Medical Officers (VMOs), upholding excellence in medical governance and compliance with best practice and legislative standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain a high standard of medical care and patient safety across all clinical areas.
* Administer and support the work of medical departments, including RMOs, HMOs, salaried specialists, and VMOs.
* Negotiate and manage medical staff employment contracts, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and compliance.
* Oversee the efficient management of the Operating Theatre Suite, Pharmacy, and Emergency Department, and their integration with internal stakeholders.
* Supervise credentialing and re-credentialing of VMOs and CMOs to maintain clinical governance and compliance standards.
* Manage strategic and business planning, ensuring efficient budget management and achievement of hospital performance targets.
* Undertake annual workforce analysis to identify current and future staffing needs based on qualifications and skill sets.
* Ensure cost-effective workforce utilisation, monitoring work hours per patient day and implementing corrective actions as needed.
* Promote a culture of continuous education and peer support across all medical staff and VMOs.
* Liaise with medical schools, specialty colleges, and professional bodies to foster training and education opportunities.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
* Current registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Fellowship with a recognised medical or surgical college, or a relevant leadership/management college such as RACMA or ACHSM.
* Proven experience as part of a senior leadership team within a complex, multifaceted environment, with a track record of delivering positive outcomes.
* Demonstrated leadership capabilities in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, human resource management, and effective oversight of financial and material resources.
* Outstanding written, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels.
* Executive-level management and leadership experience.
* Experience within the private hospital or private health insurance sectors.
* Relevant tertiary qualification in management or leadership, or currently working towards completion.
* Clinical orthopaedic experience.
* Strong project management and research skills.
Benefits
We offer a compelling salary package that recognises and rewards your valuable contributions while supporting your overall well-being. Additionally, you will have access to a wealth of professional development initiatives and clearly defined pathways for advancement, empowering you to realise your full potential within our organisation.
About Us
Ramsay Health Care is a leading provider of healthcare services, operating 73 state-of-the-art hospitals and surgery centres across Australia. Our mission is to deliver exceptional patient care, build strong relationships, and drive sustainable growth.
Our values are built around 'People Caring for People', reflecting our commitment to caring for patients, families, and colleagues alike. We believe in fostering a collaborative environment that empowers employees to deliver outstanding outcomes for patients and communities.
Join us in shaping the future of healthcare and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.