About the role
The Deputy Director of Medical Services supports the RBWH Chief Medical Officer & Director of Medical Services who is the medical professional lead for all medical officers of RBWH.
The role is responsible for providing comprehensive specialist medical administrative leadership and assistance in the resolution of complex clinical, medico legal, ethical and operational challenges to ensure that the medical services provided by the RBWH are delivered to the highest professional and ethical standards. Underpinning this role at all times is the maximisation of clinical effectiveness and consumer-centred care. There is a particular focus on: clinical governance, patient safety, building a quality improvement culture, and accreditation, in addition to digital innovation, medical workforce wellbeing, training, professional development and research.
As a Fellow of the Australasian College of Medical Administrators this role also supports the RBWH CMO & DMS in the supervision of the RBWH Medical Services team including the RACMA accredited senior registrar, trainees and the team's RMO. Additionally the Deputy Director of Medical Services also supports the critical RBWH function of Disaster Management and Business Continuity leadership.
Metro North Hospital and Health Service (MNHHS) has a focus on digital innovation and there are plans for RBWH to develop a Clinical Chief Information Officer - Medical role in the coming years. The Deputy Director of Medical Services will be expected to take a leadership role in digital informatics at RBWH currently, transitioning to working in partnership with the Clinical Chief Information Officer in the future to assure the success of the digital agenda as it pertains to clinical governance and patient safety
About you
Benefits when working for us
Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers ( https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers )
Job ad reference number: RBH556853
Close date: 03/05/24
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Location: | Australia Queensland Brisbane - North |
Salary: | As per State Award AUD per year |
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PLEASE! No enquiries from Recruitment Agencies or Headhunters. Only direct applications will be considered. |