Allied Health Consultant - Patient Safety (523211dL3)
Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - MH & Statewide Services
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 20 July, 2025 11:55 PM
Sunday 20 July, 2025 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3
Employment type:
Full Time
Region:
South, Statewide
Location:
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
The safety and quality unit in mental health services plays a crucial role in supporting and reviewing the delivery of care to ensure it is both effective and safe for patients.
*Please note this position is also being advertised as a Clinical Nurse Consultant -Patient Safety (527341L3) and only one positions will be filled on merit.
The Team:
The safety and quality unit in mental health services plays a crucial role in supporting and reviewing the delivery of care to ensure it is both effective and safe for patients. The unit continuously monitors and evaluates the quality of care provided, recommending improvements based on data and evidence to enhance patient outcomes. Compliance with national standards and best practice models of care are key elements of our work, that help to maintain high levels of care and safety for patients and staff.These efforts collectively aim to create a safe, therapeutic environment that supports recovery and well-being for individuals receiving mental health care.
The Role:
You will need:
* Broad clinical and operational experience within a complex health care environment encompassing acute, sub-acute and primary health services; with a demonstrated understanding of patient safety.
* Extensive knowledge of and commitment to continuous quality improvement and accreditation processes including risk management, undertaking investigations, preparation of witness statements, the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards and other accreditation activities.
* Demonstrated high level interpersonal, communication, mediation and conflict resolution skills and the ability to effectively liaise with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders with a demonstrated ability to influence and motivate staff.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania:
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76hours per fortnight,commencing as soon as possible.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $110,425 to $121,907 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
* Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022
Salary Packaging:
You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
* Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
* Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
Satisfactory completion of an appropriate course of study at a recognised tertiary institution
*Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee's responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
* Holds, or is working towards, relevant postgraduate qualifications
* Current Driver's Licence
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Gail Ward
Phone number:0458 164 301
Email address:
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Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3
Employment type:
Full Time
Region:
South, Statewide
Location:
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
The safety and quality unit in mental health services plays a crucial role in supporting and reviewing the delivery of care to ensure it is both effective and safe for patients.
Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3
Employment type:
Full Time
Region:
South, Statewide
Location:
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
The safety and quality unit in mental health services plays a crucial role in supporting and reviewing the delivery of care to ensure it is both effective and safe for patients.
* Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
* Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
* Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.
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