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Overview An opportunity to be Director of Medical Services at Northern Beaches Hospital is now available. This is a rare and career-defining opportunity to shape the future medical leadership, culture, and systems of Northern Beaches Hospital at a pivotal moment in its history. As the hospital transitions from a publicprivate partnership to full NSW Health ownership in 2026, the Director of Medical Services (DMS) will play a central leadership role in guiding the medical workforce through this change. The role offers the opportunity to embed strong public-sector clinical governance, workforce and performance frameworks, while preserving continuity of care, professional pride and service excellence across a large, complex metropolitan acute hospital. Applications are accepted and managed by Hardy Group. For information and to apply click here Position Classification: Staff Specialist Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Hours Per Week: up to 40 Who we are We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone. There''s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams'' voices. You''ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities'' lives. Purpose of the Position The Director of Medical Services is responsible for providing expert professional and clinical leadership in the strategic and operational management of Medical Services and the Medical Workforce unit. The Director, Medical Services role is a senior member of the NBH Executive, and as such participates in all decisions and accountabilities regarding the management of the Health Service. The DMS has primary responsibility for: Medical workforce its efficient deployment, recruitment, wellbeing, cost and sustainability Leadership of key National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards including Medication Safety and Blood Management The coordination of the effectiveness, quality and safety of clinical operations Strategic and operational management of Medical Services and the Medical Workforce Unit NBH site lead on medicolegal matters, including preparation of materials, collaboration with counsel and support for staff and the various medicolegal processes Support for the coronial process and coronial matters, as they pertain to NBH Oversight of the complaints, complaints resolution and open disclosure processes Support and professional assistance to Divisional Clinical Leaders and Divisional Directors in fulfilling their respective operational portfolio responsibilities, including clinical governance activities and medical staff performance management requirements Leader in the governance and management of care systems and processes within NBH, including descriptions and analysis, identification of issues; opportunities and links to financial and other business objectives. The DMS also plays a leading role in the governance and management of care systems and processes within NBH, including descriptions and analysis, identification of issues; opportunities and links to financial and other business objectives. Selection Criteria Consistently demonstrates behaviours that reinforce the CORE Values of our organisation; Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. Demonstrates these behaviours with all stakeholders; colleagues, direct reports, as well as our patients and consumers, and those that care for them. MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia. Applicants must have Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (FRACMA). Tertiary management qualification at a masteru2019s level (MHA and/or MBA or equivalent) and relevant experience in a senior medical management role, including in a tertiary hospital. Comprehensive understanding of contemporary clinical care and various clinical models of care and associated clinical information systems Strong analytical skills, including a demonstrated ability to identify, analyse, develop and mobilise strategies relating to clinical care processes and systems and their economic and quality performance Comprehensive knowledge of and experience in managing current issues in medical workforce, medical staff training and industrial requirements for medical officers Ability to both lead within and work as part of the executive team Demonstrated commitment to accountability and proven financial management skills within a health environment Information The requirements of the position can be viewed via the Position Description To view the Scope of Clinical Practice for this position click here For role related queries or questions contact Janine Hammat, HardyGroup Principal Consultant on 0488 555 858 or email [email protected]. Alternatively, please contact Lynette Taylor, HardyGroup Executive Director Search & Recruitment on 0431 293 861 or email [email protected] Applications Close: 6 February 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr