Director of Medical Services – Illawarra Hospital Group
Temporary Full-time: Until 18 August 2027 | Wollongong Hospital | Applications close: Sunday, 19 October 2025
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD) provides health services for a population of around 400,000 including the local government areas of Wollongong, Kiama, Shellharbour and Shoalhaven.
The Illawarra Hospitals Group (IHG) encompasses Wollongong, Shellharbour, Bulli and Coledale Hospitals.
As Director Medical Services (DMS) IHG, you will be well supported by your DMS/medical administration colleagues and the IHG Executive. You will enjoy a broad role which encompasses medical leadership, mentoring, clinical governance, patient safety and opportunities for research and education.
Key Responsibilities:
* Serving as a key member of the medical services and clinical governance and IHG leadership team providing strategic clinical and operational leadership
* Leading medical workforce management and enhancing a collaborative and patient-centred culture
* Driving clinical governance systems, standards, performance and accreditation
We are seeking an experienced medical administrator with a track record of leading change across a complex health system. The person will require excellent communication skills and experience in clinical governance, patient safety, strategic planning and clinical operations.
Applications are welcomed from RACMA Fellows, those expecting Fellowship (FRACMA) within the next six months, or a significantly experienced clinical leader from other medical specialties.
A little about us
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operates seven hospital sites, employs over 8,500 staff and provides community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
Benefits of working with ISLHD
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
* Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
* Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
* Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
* Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers.
* Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
* Training, Education and Study Leave (TESL) $40,400 and 25 calendar days per year
To apply, please read the Position Description, then submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. You must have the following essential requirements: applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role, Working With Children Check (WWCC), current AHPRA Registration and Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (FRACMA), and a valid NSW Driver's Licence.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
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