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OverviewAssociate Director Patient Safety (ID: REQ636631)Employment Type: Health Manager Level 6 Full Time, PermanentRemuneration: $189,878.00 - $207,381.00 per annum, plus 12% superannuationHours Per Week: 40Additional Benefits: Career Development, One Allocated Day Off (ADO) in each 28-day roster cycle and a culture focused on core values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and EmpowermentLocation: 1 Reserve Road, St LeonardsApplications Close: 11:59 PM, Wednesday 11 February 2025The CEC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply! Where youll be workingThe Clinical Excellence Commission (CEC) is the primary entity for clinical governance and safety assurance across NSW Health. We lead and monitor health system safety by embedding and maturing NSW Health safety system model and strategically partnering with health entities and consumers to foster safe care. The CEC has a system wide leadership role in safety and improvement, with a focus on learning. It provides independent guidance and advice on clinical safety, and responds rapidly when system-wide issues arise. About The OpportunityThis position is an integral part of the CEC''s program of Patient Safety. The Associate Director, Patient Safety manages the Patient Safety and Special Committees teams and is responsible for monitoring and oversight of the NSW incident management system data. The position will work closely with the Executive Director Patient Safety and Clinical Governance and lead the CEC''s work in key existing, new and emerging areas relevant to the Directorate, including Human Factors, virtual care, incident management and service review.The position is a member of the CEC''s Clinical Executive and is accountable for timely escalation of issues to the CEC Executive. It is responsible for ensuring processes are in place to effectively achieve the CEC legislative, regulatory and commissioned responsibilities in responding to incident data, serious incident investigation reports, and the processes for the CECs response to the Ombudsmen, Health Care Complaints Commission and coronial reports and associated requests. Selection Criteria and How to ApplyTo Submit Your Application, Please ProvideYour resume (maximum five pages)A cover letter and completed online questionnaire addressing each of the following selection criteria. Selection CriteriaRelevant post-graduate qualifications in leadership and relevant healthcare experience as part of a senior executive management team in a substantial and complex organisation. Extensive clinical governance experience with a proven track record of managing large-scale quality and safety systems and programs.Strong leadership skills and demonstrated advanced problem-solving skills including knowledge and experience in strategic decision making and the formulation of new approaches and implementation of comprehensive.Demonstrated advanced knowledge of legal and statutory patient safety requirements and of current and emerging areas of clinical quality and patient safety, with proven ability to provide authoritative strategic advice.Demonstrated expertise in system level clinical governance, encompassing incident reporting and management, safety systems, and quality improvement methodologies.Demonstrated ability to conduct data analysis, literature reviews and apply research related to the Statewide incident management activities.Excellent interpersonal, communication, consultation and negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to prepare and present high-quality reports, presentations and briefings.Demonstrated experience developing and managing a high-performance team and fostering a collegial, professional work environment.Demonstrated ability to manage human, financial and physical resources effectively and efficiently. Need more information?Click here for the Position DescriptionFind out more about applying for this positionLearn more about the Clinical Excellence Commission Additional InformationApplicants will be assessed against the selection criteria in the Position Description.NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.This is a permanent position and requires full working rights in Australia (e.g. Australian citizenship/ permanent resident). If you currently hold a temporary visa that allows you to live and work in Australia, you may be eligible for employment opportunities in line with the conditions of your visa. Contact PeoplePlease contact the Hiring Manager, Trish Bradd on [email protected] if you have any questions about this role.For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to the CEC Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.Please let [email protected] know within 24 hours of being invited to interview if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self. #J-18808-Ljbffr