Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until June 2026
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $114,251 - $134,809 - Depending on qualifications and experience
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ629792
Application close: Thursday,22th January 2026 at 11.59pm
The Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is looking for a Patient Safety & Quality Consultant (PSQC) to work under the direction of the Manager, Patient Safety and Accreditation to be responsible for the day to day management of the business relationship between the Patient Safety and Accreditation team and the facility / service to ensure effective, efficient and safe health care delivery.
About the Opportunity
The Clinical Safety, Quality and Governance Directorate is responsible for managing, monitoring and evaluating patient safety and quality across the District. It fosters a culture that promotes best practice and evidence-based care, supported by robust systems for identifying, managing and reporting incidents and risks. The Directorate monitors infection prevention and clinical risk, evaluates health, quality and safety outcomes, and promotes data-driven decision-making. It also actively encourages feedback from patients, carers, consumers and staff to continuously improve the safety and quality of healthcare services delivered by CCLHD.
You will:
* Provide advice and guidance on all aspects of contemporary clinical governance and act as the liaison point for specialist advice from within the Patient Safety and Accreditation team.
* Coordinate and support the planning, implementation, delivery and evaluation of all aspects of patient safety and quality for the facility / service including National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards and accreditation.
* Review data to identify quality improvement opportunities; work with staff to implement quality initiatives and streamline processes to improve efficiency and ensure the delivery of services consistent with District and State strategic direction, policy and best practice.
* Develop, support and establish an organisational culture in which quality improvement, clinical risk management and reduction in patient harm becomes an integral part of core business.
* Provide education, support and coaching to managers and staff within the facility / service to develop competence in patient safety and clinical quality activities and assist in the achievement of CCLHD's strategic objectives.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in a healthcare field preferably with demonstrated experience in a patient safety and quality coordination role.
* Significant and demonstrated relationship building skills with key stakeholders and an ability to inspire managers and clinicians to make positive and strategic use of patient safety and quality data and information.
* Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in the provision of Patient Safety and Quality which contributes to the achievement of strategic objectives.
* Experience working within a flexible, multi-skilled team environment with advanced interpersonal, communication and customer service skills; ability to represent the organisation and communicate organisational strategy.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen.
Benefits
* Work-Life Balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
* Financial Benefits– Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing.
* Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family.
* Career Growth– Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
Need more information?
Clare Karibika
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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You're also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD- or call for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_015). This includes:
Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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