Lead the way in stroke excellence and make every recovery story count at Armidale Hospital.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until January 2027
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $57.62 - $67.98 per hour + super
Hours Per Week: 8
Location: Armidale Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ643485
Applications Close: Sunday, 15th March 2026
Where you'll be working:
Join the dedicated team at Armidale Hospital, a key regional referral hospital delivering high-quality care to the New England community.
Within our specialised stroke service, you’ll work alongside a small, passionate group of clinicians committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate and evidence-based stroke care. This is a team that truly makes a difference - supporting patients and families through some of the most critical and life-changing moments of their lives.
We are collaborative, supportive and driven by excellence. As a valued member of the stroke team, you’ll have autonomy in your role while being backed by experienced clinicians who are committed to best practice and continuous improvement. We value open communication, shared learning and innovation in care delivery.
About the role:
Based at Armidale Hospital, you will:
* Coordinate and streamline stroke care pathways
* Support clinicians in delivering evidence-based stroke management
* Provide education to staff across the service
* Work closely with patients and families throughout the recovery journey
* Contribute to clinical audits and service improvement initiatives
* Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
This role offers a unique blend of clinical expertise, leadership and service development. You’ll work independently, prioritising complex needs while playing a key role in driving stroke excellence across the hospital.
About you:
We’re looking for someone who:
* Is passionate about stroke care and committed to evidence-based practice
* Is a confident communicator and natural educator
* Is comfortable working autonomously and leading service improvements
* Is an experienced nurse or allied health professional with a desire to grow
* Has a strong clinical background and commitment to best-practice stroke care.
Support and Development:
You won’t be stepping into this alone. We will provide:
* Structured orientation to the stroke service
* Training in Telestroke pathways
* Education in national stroke care standards
* Support in clinical auditing and quality improvement processes
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
* Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
* Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional information:
* An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
* To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
* We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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Information for Applicants:
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At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support.