Role Details Central Adelaide Local Health Network, AdelaideSalary RN5.2 $160,848 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice BenefitsSalary AHP-6 $159,050 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice BenefitsPermanent full-timeOverview As the Director, Safety and Quality, you will lead and inspire CALHN's commitment to delivering safe, high-quality care across our health network.
Reporting to the Medical Director, Clinical Governance, this senior leadership role oversees Safety and Quality services, ensuring compliance with National, SA Health and CALHN frameworks.
You will be responsible for shaping and driving strategies that promote patient safety, strengthen clinical governance, and support continuous quality improvement, while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
Your leadership will play a vital role in embedding a culture of excellence, accountability and innovation in the way care is delivered.In this highly influential role, you will provide expert advice and strategic guidance on patient safety, governance and risk to executive leaders, clinical directors and governance committees.
You will champion the development and implementation of a systematic approach to safety, quality and risk management that enables sustainable improvement and aligns with CALHN's strategic goals.
With your passion for advancing patient care and your ability to engage and inspire others, you will help ensure our services not only meet compliance requirements but also deliver compassionate, safe and effective care to the communities we serve.Responsibilities Overview of responsibilities for the Director, Safety and Quality role includes:Lead and oversee Safety and Quality services across CALHN to ensure safe, high-quality care.Provide expert advice on patient safety, governance and risk to executive leaders and governance committees.Champion systematic safety, quality and risk management aligned with CALHN's strategic goals.Drive continuous quality improvement and embed a culture of excellence, accountability and innovation.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote a safe and compassionate care setting.Qualifications Qualifications for AHP-6 An allied health degree which entitles registration with the relevant professional body or for self-regulated professions in eligibility for membership with the professional association.Qualifications for RN5.2 Post graduate studies in nursing, health services management, law, or human services relevant to the area of practice.About CALHN At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we're shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation.
As South Australia's largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it's expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.Join us and be part of a team that's driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.At CALHN, we\'re dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:Salary Benefits : Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.Career development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.Employee Recognition: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.Career Opportunities : Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees.
We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.Application Information Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further informationSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchTo help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory / salary below minimum wage.Researching careers?
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