The LGH Department of Surgical and Perioperative Service has an embedded interdisciplinary model of care utilising evidence based best practice to provide best care to the people of Northern Tasmania. The LGH supports both the emergency and elective surgical patient journeys with consistency and dedicated excellence.
The successful applicant will be a pivotal member of the surgical team working in close collaboration with other perioperative and department of finance staff. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.
Provide the Clinical and Nursing Directors with support and assistance in the business management of the Launceston General Hospital - Department of Surgical and Perioperative Services (which includes the Department of Anaesthesia), this includes strategic planning, business planning, management of procurement processes, contract management and management of both financial and non–financial operations of the Department.
Act as the key link for the overall business management of the Department of Surgical and Perioperative Services. This includes financial management (both operational and capital projects), statistical information, budgetary issues, performance monitoring, specific or major research, investigations or reviews as required. As a member of the Department of Surgical and Perioperative Services, develop standards, performance indicators and financial targets for the Department, including representing the Department on committees as required
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
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.
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you are able to join our team!
*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.
$120,663 to $126,579 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
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.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
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.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
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
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Julia Bullock
Position: Nursing Director - Surgical & Perioperative Services
Phone number: (03) 6777 8707
Email address: julia.bullock@ths.tas.gov.au
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!
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