Regional Quality And Patient Safety Lead - Central

• Contribute to transforming the future of health in a rewarding role focused on making a difference and leading change
• Full time permanent opportunity
• Location – flexible within the Central Region

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

We are in search of an experienced Regional Quality and Patient Safety Lead to work within the Central Region. The Regional Quality and Patient Safety Lead is responsible for supporting all Quality and Patient Safety systems and processes at the regional level. Reporting directly to the Regional Deputy Chief Executive (DCE) and taking direction from the National Chief, Quality and Patient Safety you will work to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care to achieve Health New Zealand goals. You will be responsible for ensuring that Quality and Patient Safety are at the forefront of all care delivered by Health New Zealand in the region.

As a member of the Regional Senior Leadership team, you will assist in formulating and supporting Health New Zealand's future direction while ensuring quality of care and patient safety in the region along with the Regional Clinical Board and other leadership groups.

About the Team/Service/ Location

In partnership with the National Clinical Leadership team, Hospital and Specialist Services, and Commissioning this role would be collectively accountable for ensuring the quality, safety, effectiveness, and appropriateness of overall clinical service provision in the region.

About you

You are a highly experienced leader with a proven track record in guiding initiatives within the healthcare sector. With a deep understanding of clinical governance and the principles of healthcare quality, you bring a wealth of knowledge to the space and excel at building and maintaining positive working relationships, creating a collaborative environment.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in the health sector in Quality and Patient Safety.
• A relevant health qualification and clinical experience is essential.
• Knowledge of New Zealand Health Legislation.
• Understanding of risk management.
• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth
• Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

• We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
• We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on Sunday, 15 December 2024. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Anesha Pillay at anesha.pillay@tewhatuora.govt.nz