Position 1: Business Manager (531644)
The Role:
We are seeking a Business Manager with strong analytical skills and a passion for business improvement to join the team. You will be integral to supporting and achieving the finance and business support performance outcomes within Hospitals North. Your work will include providing guidance, support and working collaboratively with the Executive, Clinical Directors and Nursing Directors for the provision and facilitation of financial reporting, business advice, procurement guidance, contractual and human resource information necessary for the effective operation of the respective areas and ensuring compliance with Treasurer’s Instructions and Departmental policies and procedures.
You will be reporting to the Manager – Finance and Business Support and will assist with the whole of organisation financial tasks.
As the Business Manager you will be responsible for:
- Working collaboratively with the Manager – Finance and Business Support using your combined financial and analytical capabilities to deliver the finance and business support outcomes Hospitals North.
- Operating with considerable autonomy and independence you will be required to undertake research and analysis the finance and business management performance to assist Hospitals North to deliver on performance and operational plans.
- Using your financial skills to compile monthly reports or provide detailed financial analysis of month end reporting, applying your high degree of accuracy by reviewing, investigating, coding claims and invoices for approval.
- Use your highly-developed communication skills and knowledge to draft correspondence and prepare reports on numerous matters.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
You will need:
- Sound knowledge or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge, of the Tasmanian Government financial framework, associated legislation and Government accounting procedures, with the capacity to provide support, advice and make recommendations to a number of stakeholders as required.
- Demonstrated advanced financial analysis skills with the ability to research and interpret information and to recommend appropriate action.
- Well-developed conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to provide advice within the context of the political, social and organisational environment in which the department operates.
Details of appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed date
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Statement of Duties:
Position 2: Business Manager - Department of Medicine (531643)
The Role:
We are seeking a Business Manager with strong analytical skills and a passion for business improvement to join the team. You will be integral to supporting and achieving the finance and business support performance outcomes of the Department of Medicine, which is the largest department within Hospitals North - Launceston General Hospital supporting service areas, patients and employees under Critical Care Services (CCS), Acute Medical(AM), Sub-Acute and Ambulatory Care Service (SAACS).
You will be reporting to the Manager – Finance and Business Support while being collocated with and working in a collaborative partnership on a day to basis with the Clinical Director of the Department of Medicine and the three Nursing Directors.
As the Business Manager for the Department of Medicine you will be responsible for:
- Supporting and working collaboratively with Clinical Directors and Nursing Directors for the provision and facilitation of financial reporting, business advice, procurement guidance, contractual and human resource information necessary for the effective operation of the respective areas and ensuring compliance with Treasurer’s Instructions and Departmental policies and procedures.
- Working collaboratively with the Manager – Finance and Business Support using your combined financial and analytical capabilities to deliver the finance and business support outcomes Hospitals North.
- Operating with considerable autonomy and independence you will be required to undertake research and analysis the finance and business management performance to assist Department of Medicine deliver on performance and operational plans.
- Ensuring the Department of Medicine complies with Treasurer’s instructions and Departmental policies and procedures , when assisting with or review financial, business, procurement, contractual and human resource reports or business cases
- Using your financial skills to compile monthly reports or provide detailed financial analysis of month end reporting, applying your high degree of accuracy by reviewing, investigating, coding claims and invoices for approval.
- Mentoring, supporting and managing a business analyst.
- Use your highly-developed communication skills and knowledge to draft correspondence and prepare reports on numerous matters.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
You will need:
- Sound knowledge or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge, of the Tasmanian Government financial framework, associated legislation and Government accounting procedures, with the capacity to provide support, advice and make recommendations to a number of stakeholders as required.
- Demonstrated advanced financial analysis skills with the ability to research and interpret information and to recommend appropriate action.
- Well-developed conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to provide advice within the context of the political, social and organisational environment in which the department operates.
Details of appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed date
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Statement of Duties:
Position 3: Business Manager - Department of Medicine (519561)
The Role:
We are seeking a Business Manager with strong analytical skills and a passion for business improvement to join the team. You will be integral to supporting and achieving the finance and business support performance outcomes of the Department of Medicine, which is the largest department within Hospitals North - Launceston General Hospital supporting service areas, patients and employees under Critical Care Services (CCS), Acute Medical(AM), Sub-Acute and Ambulatory Care Service (SAACS).
You will be reporting to the Manager – Finance and Business Support while being collocated with and working in a collaborative partnership on a day to basis with the Clinical Director of the Department of Medicine and the three Nursing Directors.
As the Business Manager for the Department of Medicine you will be responsible for:
- Supporting and working collaboratively with Clinical Directors and Nursing Directors for the provision and facilitation of financial reporting, business advice, procurement guidance, contractual and human resource information necessary for the effective operation of the respective areas and ensuring compliance with Treasurer’s Instructions and Departmental policies and procedures.
- Working collaboratively with the Manager – Finance and Business Support using your combined financial and analytical capabilities to deliver the finance and business support outcomes Hospitals North.
- Operating with considerable autonomy and independence you will be required to undertake research and analysis the finance and business management performance to assist Department of Medicine deliver on performance and operational plans.
- Ensuring the Department of Medicine complies with Treasurer’s instructions and Departmental policies and procedures , when assisting with or review financial, business, procurement, contractual and human resource reports or business cases
- Using your financial skills to compile monthly reports or provide detailed financial analysis of month end reporting, applying your high degree of accuracy by reviewing, investigating, coding claims and invoices for approval.
- Mentoring, supporting and managing a business analyst.
- Use your highly-developed communication skills and knowledge to draft correspondence and prepare reports on numerous matters.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
You will need:
- Sound knowledge or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge, of the Tasmanian Government financial framework, associated legislation and Government accounting procedures, with the capacity to provide support, advice and make recommendations to a number of stakeholders as required.
- Demonstrated advanced financial analysis skills with the ability to research and interpret information and to recommend appropriate action.
- Well-developed conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to provide advice within the context of the political, social and organisational environment in which the department operates.
Details of appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed date
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Statement of Duties:
Why Tasmania
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Salary: $107,899 to $122,292 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility:
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Please refer to Statement of Duties pertaining to the position (attached above)
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance. (attached above for each position)
Application Guide:
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Sonia Tuff
Position: Manager - Finance and Business
Phone number: (03) 6777 6881
Email address: sonia.tuff@ths.tas.gov.au
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