The Team
The LGH Department of Surgical and Perioperative Service has an embedded interdisciplinary model of care utilising evidence based best practice to provide best care to the people of Northern Tasmania. The LGH supports both the emergency and elective surgical patient journeys with consistency and dedicated excellence. The successful applicant will be a pivotal member of the surgical team working in close collaboration with other perioperative and department of finance staff. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.
The Role
Provide the Clinical and Nursing Directors with support and assistance in the business management of the Launceston General Hospital - Department of Surgical and Perioperative Services (which includes the Department of Anaesthesia). This includes strategic planning, business planning, management of procurement processes, contract management and management of both financial and non‐financial operations of the Department.
Act as the key link for the overall business management of the Department of Surgical and Perioperative Services. This includes financial management (both operational and capital projects), statistical information, budgetary issues, performance monitoring, specific or major research, investigations or reviews as required.
As a member of the Department of Surgical and Perioperative Services, develop standards, performance indicators and financial targets for the Department, including representing the Department on committees as required.
Your responsibilities
* Perform duties with considerable independence and autonomy in determining priorities, approaches and delivering outcomes. Activities are complex and significant in context of delivery of outcomes for Department of Surgical and Perioperative Services.
* Utilise expertise and initiative in leading activities, including analyses, risk identification and management, reporting and preparing options and recommendations and developing and implementing solutions for improving service delivery outcomes.
* As part of the Clinical Service Executive, develop service standards, quality assurance programs, performance indicators and financial targets.
* Manage the budget allocation for the operation of the Department of Surgical and Perioperative Services.
* Manage procurement process for the Department of Surgical and Perioperative Services including overseeing the development of specifications and managing relationships between external stakeholders and suppliers.
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 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 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as we can onboard you. Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
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
$107,899 to $122,292 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.
Salary Packaging
You'll have access to a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits
* 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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
* Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
Eligibility
* Relevant tertiary qualifications.
Contact
Name: Julia BullockPosition: Nursing Director Surgical and Perioperative ServicesPhone number: 03 6777 8707Email address: julia.bullock@ths.tas.gov.au
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