The Opportunity

As an experienced clinical professional, you will be instrumental in steering the clinical excellence and innovation at Waverley Private Hospital. In this pivotal role, you will lead and inspire a dynamic team, overseeing the full spectrum of clinical operations. Your responsibilities will encompass enhancing clinical quality, strategic patient flow and bed management, proactive workforce development, service delivery and expansion initiatives, fostering staff engagement and development, as well as championing cost optimisation and enhancing both patient and doctor satisfaction levels. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare and making a meaningful impact on the well-being of our community!

What You’ll Do

Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve, but are not limited to:

• Managing and supervising practical aspects of care delivery, including bed management, patient flow strategies, patient demand forecasting, and workforce management.
• Ensuring systematic workforce planning and a commitment to the professional development of the clinical workforce.
• Supporting growth, business development, and responding to business needs identified by the Executive team and Ramsay Health Care.
• Liaising with the visiting medical officer (VMO) community, engaging to ensure the highest quality clinical care.
• Planning and maintaining hospital and departmental budgets, ensuring budgetary requirements are met in consultation with other executive team members.
• Assessing workplace culture and implementing actions to support findings, ensuring a positive workplace culture is maintained.
• Managing Human Resources to ensure future workforce requirements are known and strategies are identified and implemented.
  
  

What You’ll Bring

As a proponent of The Ramsay Way - ‘People Caring for People’, you excel at fostering positive working relations with key stakeholders, developing people, building high-performance teams, and successfully leading them through organisational change. Additionally, you will:

• Function as a proficient clinical operator with a solid understanding of the private hospital legislative landscape.
• Demonstrate sound resource management skills to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of all clinical departments.
• Possess an understanding of the performance levers driving quality business outcomes and have experience in applying quality improvement processes.
• Demonstrate a passion for the success and development of people, coupled with expert communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Senior management experience in the private health sector, leading organisational change and quality improvement processes.
• Exhibit knowledge and understanding of clinical governance and patient safety.
  
  

Essential Qualifications:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Post-graduate clinical qualifications.
  
  

About The Hospital

Waverley Private Hospital is a premier 98-bed acute and surgical facility nestled in the vibrant Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. Since 1972, we've proudly served the healthcare needs of Eastern and South Eastern Melbourne, earning a reputation for excellence in a warm and welcoming environment. At Waverley Private, we offer a truly personalised experience with private rooms across our surgical, medical, and maternity wards, each equipped with ensuites, flat-screen TVs, Foxtel, and Wi-Fi. In our maternity ward, partners are welcome to stay, ensuring comfort and connection during this special time. Our hospital boasts seven state-of-the-art operating theatres, including a Day Procedure Unit, all staffed by highly experienced healthcare professionals who are at the forefront of the latest medical advancements. Our team's unwavering commitment to patient care ensures that every individual receives the highest standard of service. Waverley Private Hospital is fully accredited by the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS), underscoring our dedication to maintaining the highest levels of patient health, safety, and comfort. We continuously monitor and evaluate our performance to deliver exceptional healthcare outcomes.

About Us

Ramsay Health Care is a global leader in private healthcare, with over 70 hospitals and primary care clinics across Australia and a team of more than 30,000 dedicated people. Our "People Caring for People" philosophy has guided us since 1964, driving our commitment to exceptional patient care. We invest in our people through comprehensive learning programs and wellbeing initiatives, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where everyone can thrive. If you're looking to make a real difference in the lives of patients and communities while building a fulfilling career, Ramsay Health Care is the place for you. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare.

Benefits

• Compelling salary and an extensive benefits package that recognise and reward your valuable contributions while supporting your overall well-being.
• Enhance your career trajectory through a wealth of professional development initiatives and clearly defined pathways for advancement, empowering you to realise your full potential within our organisation.
• Enjoy access to a premier rewards platform that offers exceptional discounts and privileges from renowned retailers, enriching your lifestyle both personally and professionally.
• Embrace the opportunity to drive transformative change in the delivery of high-quality healthcare services, making a significant contribution to the evolution of our industry for the better.

To Apply

All applications should include your CV outlining your experience and skills in line with the above criteria. Applications close Monday 25^th November 2024.

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com