The Role: Will support the leadership team of their allocated portfolio to develop and implement departmental quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes and experience. Drive department level initiatives to address specific areas of concern relating to quality, clinical treatment, patient/client safety, risk management, and progress accreditation requirements. Access, monitor and evaluate department level clinical data and indicators as required and provide relevant advice and recommendations to the leadership team. Drive the use of co-design and consumer engagement within the department and champion the use of Patient Experience Data to focus improvement opportunities. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. The Team: Hospitals North Quality and Patient Safety Service is focused on creating an environment where improving patient outcomes is at the centre of all activity. By continually monitoring and improving care processes, prioritising patient safety and satisfaction we will support clinicians to provide high quality, best practice evidenced care and strive for excellence. The Quality and Patient Safety Service upholds and promotes Hospitals Norths CARE values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. The team prides itself on being supportive and enabling of all members to develop and advance in this speciality area. The team has a patient centred focus, fostering a positive patient safety culture to improve patient outcomes and experience. Details of appointment: Multiple Permanent, part time, day worker position, working up to 64 hours per fortnight, commencing 2 December 2024. *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. Salary: $104,756 to $118,730 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022. Allowances: 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. Eligibility: Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and pre-employment check. Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents 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: How to apply: 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. For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Name: Morag McPherson Position: Director of Improvement - North Phone number: (03) 6777 4864 Email address: morag.mcpherson@ths.tas.gov.au What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent 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! Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.