Clinical Quality & Improvement Manager | Clinical Governance Lead | Shape the Future of Healthcare Excellence
Are you adedicated healthcare leaderpassionate about driving clinical excellence and quality improvement? We're seeking an exceptional Clinical Quality & Improvement Manager todrive continuous improvementacross our expanding Health Services portfolio and champion high-quality patient care.
Established in 1880, we've been a trusted healthcare provider for over 140 years. As a mutual organisation, ourprofit-for-purpose modelallows us to reinvest directly into improving the lives of our 100,000+ members and the wider community – creating meaningful impact that extends far beyond the bottom line.
About this Game-Changing Role:
This is your opportunity tolead clinical governance initiativesacross our diverse health services including medical centres, urgent care, optometry, and future dental services. You'll be responsible for implementing our Clinical Governance Framework, working directly with the Chief Operating Officer Health Services to enhance standards, drive improvement, and ensure excellent patient outcomes.
What You'll Lead:
Clinical Excellence & Innovation:
* Spearhead implementation of our comprehensive Clinical Governance Framework across all Health Services
* Design and evaluateevidence-based models of carethat align with best practice standards
* Lead quality improvement initiatives that directly enhance patient experiences and outcomes
* Drive accreditation success across RACGP Standards and other regulatory requirements
Strategic Impact:
* Shape organisational strategy through evidence-based clinical governance and risk management
* Lead cross-functional teams in developing innovative care pathways and service delivery models
* Champion patient-centered approaches while addressing broader population health needs
* Collaborate with Health Service managers to build a culture of continuous learning and excellence
* Mentor and guide clinical staff in best-practice approaches
What We're Looking For:
Essential:
* Tertiary qualifications in health-related discipline (nursing or general practice medicine highly desirable)
* Minimum 5 years in clinical management, quality management, or clinical governance
* Current AHPRA registration
* Proven track record implementing clinical governance frameworks in primary healthcare
* Demonstrated success leading accreditation processes and regulatory compliance
Highly Desirable:
* Post-graduate qualifications in health management, quality management, or clinical governance
* Advanced experience in developing innovative models of care
* Strong project management and root cause analysis capabilities
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary package
* Generous staff discountsacross our 19 pharmacies, four medical centres, and eyecare services
* Flexible work arrangementsincluding Time in Lieu options and RDO accrual
* Work-life balancein a supportive, values-driven environment
* Professional developmentopportunities to support your career progression
* The opportunity to makegenuine impacton community health outcomes
Why Choose UFS Healthcare?
At UFS Healthcare, we're not just another healthcare provider – we'recommitted to advancingintegrated healthcare. Our expanding portfolio includes:
* 19 pharmaciesdelivering comprehensive health services across western Victoria
* Four medical centresoffering diverse primary care services
* Ballarat Urgent Care Clinicprovidingfree non-emergency careto our community
* UFS Eye Caredelivering exceptional optical services
* Exciting expansioninto dental care and other health services
We're building something extraordinary – aleading integrated healthcare networkthat puts patient care and community wellbeing at its heart.
Ready to Lead Healthcare Excellence?
This is more than a job – it's your chance todrive meaningful changein healthcare delivery while building a career that matters. If you're ready to lead clinical governance innovation and make a lasting impact on community health, we want to hear from you.
Apply nowand become part of our purpose to empower more people to live longer, healthier lives
Position Description
We're a diverse and inclusive workplace, committed to creating a welcoming environment for people from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from candidates of all cultures, identities, and abilities.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Chief People & Culture Officer, Lauren Baker on(03) 5327 7719orlaurenbaker@ufs.com.au
Applications close: 9am Monday 14th July
Please note: You must be eligible to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.
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