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Program Director EMR/PAS


Company : St Vincent's Health Australia


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-07-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Program Director role at St Vincent''s Health Australia1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Program Director role at St Vincent''s Health AustraliaDirect message the job poster from St Vincent''s Health AustraliaSenior recruiter and talent acquistion leader. Passionate about people and committed to improving the candidate experience.Job Description:Role title: Program DirectorRole type: Fixed Term 24 months, full timeDepartment and location: Office of the CEO / St Vincents Hospital, DarlinghurstBetter and fairer care. Always.We are St Vincents Health Australia, Australias largest not-for-profit provider of health and aged care services.Founded by The Sisters of Charity in 1857, our +30,000 healthcare superheroes operate public and private hospitals, residential aged care, community and virtual care, and outreach programs.About The RoleThis pivotal role places you at the forefront of St Vincent''s Health Network Sydney''s largest transformation initiative: the Electrical Medical Record (EMR) and Patient Administration System (PAS) Program.You''ll be instrumental in leading the planning and implementation of comprehensive technology and solutions for the program, making a real difference in connecting people and information to create a unified health record across all NSW public health services.In this role, you will:Provide end-to-end leadership and management for the entire EMR and PAS program reporting to CEOLead, mentor, and manage the program deliveryDevelop and execute strategic plans for the successful implementation and readiness of EMR and PAS inclusive of business and technical elementsEnsure alignment with St Vincents strategic goalsOversee initial mobilisation to implementation activities, readiness, operationalisation, and completionManage budget and return on investment of the programInterface with a diverse group of key executives, managers, and industry subject matter expertsNavigate ambiguity and uncertainty effectively, consistently delivering tangible resultsManage challenging situations calmly and effectively, maintaining focus under pressureHave a flexible working environment to enjoy, with a 50/50 split of time working at hospital/time working from homeAbout YouYou''ll be a highly experienced and strategic leader with:Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincents Health Australia.Senior program director with 15+ years of experience in healthcare IT including proven track record of complex EMR and PAS systems implementations within Australia.Tertiary qualifications or relevant certifications in program management and digital health essential, with clinical experience desirable.Demonstrated ability to lead large program teams to deliver a complex program within scope, timeline and budget including management of project management, technical, architects, change management, training and clinical resources and where required vendor and external resources.Demonstrated track record of successful complex program delivery including financial forecasting and control, project planning and scheduling, and management of inter-dependant projects with an ability to clarify complex environments to deliver agreed outcomes.Demonstrated knowledge of technical expertise related to architecture, devices and network including experience working with architects and technical resources with an ability to translate requirements and terminology.Proven ability and experience in leading large scale organisational change supported by contemporary and effective communication systems, sophisticated stakeholder engagement structures and approaches and a deep understanding of the principles underpinning successful change projects delivered at scale.Proven ability to engage and mobilise different stakeholder groups to support optimal program delivery and outcomes.Demonstrated record working with and coaching executive teams, with an ability to clearly articulate details of program and associated risks and escalations in a concise meaningful way, and effectively manage resistance and challenges through exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.Exceptional stakeholder management skills including the ability to deal effectively with diverse skill sets spanning clinical to technical groups.Why work at St Vincents?Join us on our mission to provide care to all, including the most at-risk people in our communityDiscounted access to many gyms for you and your family with Fitness PassportAccess to discounted private health insurance with MedibankAccess to a government salary sacrifice program. Make a proportion of your salary tax-freeCommitted to financial support for educational development, scholarship programs, paid study leaveAbout The HospitalIn this role you will be based at St Vincents hospital, Darlinghurst.A busy inner-city hospital in a beautiful locationSurrounded by great cafes, galleries and theatres, parks, nightlife, and nearby glorious beachesA place of expert clinical care for at-risk peopleClosely partnered with universities & affiliated research institutes, many of which are located on-campusCentres of excellence include heart & lung transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, cardiology, cancer care, AIDS/HIV, respiratory medicine, mental health, homeless health, drug & alcohol services, and correctional healthSponsorship / work rights for AustraliaPlease note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.Equal opportunityWe celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.How To ApplyThe closing date for applications is insert closing date.Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the things listed in the About You section of this job advert.Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.Reconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent''s we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. 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