NNSWLHD Staff Specialist - Deputy Director Medical Services - Richmond Hospital Network Apply

NNSWLHD Staff Specialist - Deputy Director Medical Services - Richmond Hospital Network (Apply via eCredential)
Position Classification and Title:
Staff Specialist - Deputy Director Medical Services, Richmond Hospital Network
Employment Type:
Permanent Full TimeRemuneration:
$262,376 - $323,777 per annum full time equivalent depending on experienceHours Per Week:
40Requisition ID:
REQ542001
At Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD), we are dedicated to becoming Australia's leading regional health district.
Lismore Base Hospital serves as a key regional referral hospital, providing a comprehensive range of health services, including a state-of-the-art Operating Theatre Suite, Intensive Care/Cardiac Care Unit, Women's and Paediatric Care Units, Emergency Department and more.
We are seeking a Deputy Director of Medical Services (DDMS) to play a pivotal role in our clinical leadership team.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary applicant seeking to further their career whilst supporting the Director of Medical Services and leadership team to drive innovation and implement best practices in medical administration across our district.
Key Responsibilities:


Assist the Director of Medical Services though deputising as directed, providing support to the clinical divisions to maintain service provision.
Provide a leadership role to medical staff at the rural hospitals in support of the Director of Medical Services and the Executive Officer of each hospital to mitigate issues and acting as a role model of professional standards.
Contribute to the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of medical services at all facilities, including but not limited to:
Clinical Governance and Clinical Risk Management; Morbidity & Mortality Review; Sentinel Incident Review; collection, review and action on Hospital-wide and specific clinical indicators; EQUIP and HETI accreditation processes to assist in meeting professional, NSW Health and Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) standards, policies and guidelines and to meet compliance with reporting.
Responsible for attending to medico-legal issues, including the acceptance of and actioning of subpoenas when received and liaison with the network insurer to ensure that timeframes are met and in compliance with legal obligations.
Manage complaints and incidents actively as they arise and review complaints in relation to medical services.
Enable early investigation, fact finding and the identification of issues for addressing and/or resolution or further action as appropriate.
Provide reports and required documentation/data entry within required timeframes.
Manage administrative matters associated with the appointment procedures of Junior Medical Staff for the Richmond Network Hospitals, ensuring that they are in accordance with appropriate industrial awards, agreements and policies of the NNSWLHD.
Provide human resource management through implementing and overseeing efficient processes and systems for induction, staff support, rosters, leave cover, annual/conference leave entitlements and database management as well as recruitment of Junior Medical Staff ensuring staffing levels and knowledge are maintained to provide safe levels of service delivery.

We are Looking for a Candidate Who:


Is ready to make a start in their healthcare career or has experience and a proven track record to enhance healthcare and lead transformational change within a large, complex organisation.
Ready to or has experience in promoting a value-based, culturally safe and person-centred healthcare service while driving strategic innovation and practical solutions.
Ready to or has experience in fostering excellence in healthcare delivery, cultivating cohesive and contemporary services at our hospitals and within the community.

If you are ready to be part of a team that will make a meaningful impact and lead the future of healthcare in Northern NSW, we invite you to Apply via eCredential - .
Why you should consider applying:


Diverse career pathways
Professional and personal development
Help with further study and education
Flexible and supportive work environment
Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce
Challenging, inspiring and rewarding roles
The opportunity to make a difference!

As a Staff Specialist you may benefit from potential tax savings by salary packaging living expenses, vehicle leasing, meal entertainment and relocation costs.
The Location:

Lismore Base Hospital, the primary hospital in the Richmond Network, is located in an area also known as the Rainbow Region, this area is blessed with stunning waterfalls, fertile farming land, artistic villages and relaxed seaside communities.
Northern NSW Local Health District embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace.
We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.
NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position.
All applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.
Minimum Requirements:


Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist Medical Administrator, and/or specialist international medical graduate pathways or working towards such eligibility, or equivalent qualification and experience as provided for in the Staff Specialist (State) Award.
Demonstrated capability to effectively manage junior medical workforce.
Demonstrated commitment to the principles and practices of clinical governance and clinical risk management and demonstrated capacity to implement and maintain continuous quality improvement management strategies.
Sound understanding of contemporary Health Service issues and the proven ability to prioritise and effectively manage resources to address these issues.
Communication, negotiation, consultative and interpersonal skills, incorporating the ability to liaise and consult with all levels of the health industry, the community and various professional groups.
Valid unrestricted drivers' licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment.
Ability to participate in Executive on call roster.

Candidates may contact Dr Philip Reasbeck, Director of Medical Services, Richmond Network for related queries or questions.
Applications Close:
17 January 2025
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Enquiries about this position from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Candidates interested in this position must make their own enquiries and submit their own application.
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