Clinical Director Anaesthetics
Albury Wodonga Health
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Albury Wodonga Health acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work. This land has never been ceded and always was and always will be Aboriginal land.
We recognise the strength and resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and their continuing connection to land, water and community.
We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
Executive Summary
- Experienced Anaesthetist and clinical leader
- Passionate about excellence in the delivery of rural and regional health services
- Lead the development of contemporary models of care
THE OPPORTUNITY
Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) is a leading regional health service and the only cross-border public health provider in Australia. Since the establishment of AWH in 2009 through the merger of Albury Base Hospital and Wodonga Regional Health Service, AWH has grown into a major healthcare provider delivering a comprehensive and growing range of health services to communities across north-east Victoria and southern New South Wales.
As the second-largest regional health service in Victoria, AWH operates under the authority of the Victorian Department of Health and is jointly funded by both the Victorian and New South Wales governments through an Inter-Governmental Agreement. The health service serves a catchment of approximately 300,000 people across Albury, Wodonga, Beechworth, Wangaratta, and surrounding communities.
Services span 21 clinical locations, including two hospital campuses, primary and community care clinics, mental health and alcohol and other drug services, rehabilitation centres, and specialist care hubs. AWH is a 410-bed service and currently operates 306 overnight admitted care points at the Albury and Wodonga hospital campuses.
THE ROLE
The Clinical Director of Anaesthetics provides clinical leadership in the provision of a coordinated, high quality Anaesthetic services, working to develop and raise the profile of services for Albury Wodonga Health (AWH).
The Clinical Director of Anaesthetics is responsible for the development of the AWH Anaesthetics Services Plan, which sets to path towards a new contemporary department prepared to meet the needs of the community over the next 10 years and in preparation for the Hospital Redevelopment.
The Clinical Director is responsible for the Medical Director of Perioperative Services and the Chief Operating Officer for monitoring and managing the activity of their department.
The Clinical Director will work collaboratively with other departments to plan, develop and implement coordinated clinical services, service plans and associated workforce planning which align to AWHs strategic priorities, under the leadership of their Divisional Medical Director.
THE CANDIDATE
The successful candidate will need to hold current Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists and demonstrate:
- management and operational skills required to manage a team of multidisciplinary health professionals and administrative staff.
- ability to implement complex strategies to build buy-in and support from key internal and external clients or stakeholders and effectively negotiate with clients / stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes of the health services strategic priorities.
- skill and maturity in problem solving, negotiation and conflict resolution.
For a confidential discussion, please get in touch with:
Liz Hlipala
Principal Search Consultant
M. +61 (0)401 122 301
E. lhlipala@hardygroupintl.com
Albury Wodonga Health
Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) is Australia’s only cross-border public health service and the largest regional provider in north-east Victoria and southern NSW. Serving a catchment of around 300,000 people, we operate 21 clinical sites, including two major hospital campuses, community health, mental health, and specialist services.
With 410 beds and more than 3,190 staff, AWH delivers comprehensive care across acute, subacute, and community settings—supporting over 48,000 inpatients, 72,000 emergency presentations, and welcoming 1,600 babies each year. We are jointly funded by the Victorian and NSW governments and play a leading role in shaping a stronger, more connected regional health system through the Hume Local Health Service Network.
Guided by our five-year strategic plan Transforming for Our Future, we are committed to safer, more integrated care, workforce development, and sustainability. Our culture values education, research, and continuous improvement, and we proudly train the next generation of health professionals while promoting equity and inclusion for all.
Our Purpose: Together, we advance the health and wellbeing of our community.
Our role:
- We consistently provide exceptional care and deliver excellence in all we do
- We grow, develop and nurture our people to support individuals and local access to care
- We provide leadership and work collaboratively to strengthen a connected and networked system
- We are an advocate for our region, and are a health service our community can trust and depend on
- We empower healthy, safe and inclusive regional and rural communities
Our Commitments:
- We foster a unified culture of safety, inclusion, and learning.
- We are kind, compassionate and supportive of each other, our consumers, and partners.
- We are trustworthy, accountable, and transparent in our actions and communication.
- We are respectful of others, actively listen, and are collaborative, consistent and reliable.
- We are visionary, optimistic, and inspire solutions to support a healthier future.
Role Specification
The Clinical Director of Anaesthetics provides clinical leadership in the provision of a coordinated, high quality Anaesthetic services, working to develop and raise the profile of services for Albury Wodonga Health (AWH).
The Clinical Director of Anaesthetics is responsible for the development of the AWH Anaesthetics Services Plan, which sets to path towards a new contemporary department prepared to meet the needs of the community over the next 10 years and in preparation for the Hospital Redevelopment.
The Clinical Director is responsible for the Medical Director of Perioperative Services and the Chief Operating Officer for monitoring and managing the activity of their department. The Clinical Director will work collaboratively with other departments to plan, develop and implement coordinated clinical services, service plans and associated workforce planning which align to AWHs strategic priorities, under the leadership of their Divisional Medical Director.
- Provide high level clinical leadership and management within AWH Anaesthetic services.
- Promote the standing and operation of the service by representing the service at intra hospital and inter hospital committee meetings and working parties as required, and by fostering links with the broader community, promoting AWH priorities.
- Support and contribute to agreed organisational strategies and directions.
- Ensuring equitable, effective and responsive medical workforce management by:
- Recruiting, selecting and appointing properly qualified and experienced medical staff in collaboration with their Divisional Medical Director, Divisional Nursing Director and Chief Operating Officer;
- Providing leadership in the management of staff, demonstrating and promoting AWH agreed Leadership Behaviours at all times;
- Ensuring sound principles of personnel management are in place including the implementation of all relevant governing policies;
- Implementing formal processes of performance management for staff which address training and development needs and provide two-way communication between appraiser and appraise; and
- Ensuring that appropriate staff orientation, development and training programs are in place.
- Ensuring equitable rostering practices for medical staff within the anaesthetic department.
- Promote and implement best practice in the delivery of clinical services.
- Ensure and review quality of patient care by leading peer review, quality assurance and clinical governance activities.
- Develops and abides by policies, procedures and guidelines ensuring optimal patient care standards are met.
- Where appropriate develop and maintain relationships with tertiary medical institutions and facilities associated with the health service.
- Maintain personal knowledge and skills and participate in continuing education.
View the full scope of these in the Position Description.
- Registration as a Medical Practitioner in Australia with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Current Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists
Reports to: Divisional Medical Director of Perioperative Services
Supervises: Staff within clinical services, this includes:
- Medical Staff: Consultants, Registrars, Hospital Medical Officers, Interns, students
- Nursing Staff
- Allied Health Staff
Overall: The Clinical Director of Anaesthetics will work in collaboration with the senior leadership of their Division. The position reports operationally to the Divisional Medical Director of Perioperative & Surgical Services.
- 1.Demonstrated management and operational skills required to manage a team of multidisciplinary health professionals and administrative staff.
- 2.Demonstrated ability to implement complex strategies to build buy-in and support from key internal and external clients or stakeholders. Uses a variety of different influencing approaches tailored to different clients.
- 3.Effectively negotiates with clients / stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes of the health services strategic priorities. Skill and maturity in problem solving, negotiation and conflict resolution.
- 4.Ability to foster teamwork and collaboration. Considered trusted by colleagues with a high level of integrity.
- 5.Demonstrated commitment to high quality patient care.
- 6.Demonstrated commitment to teaching.
- 7.Demonstrated understanding of Clinical Governance.
- 8.Commitment to Albury Wodonga Health leadership behaviours and commitments.
- 9.Demonstrated commitment to rural / regional practice.
- 10.Fulfils the characteristics and abilities described under 6. Personal Attributes (below)
- Highly developed clinical leadership skills.
- High level of emotional intelligence.
- Proven resilience and ability adapt and respond positively to change.
- Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
- Well-developed critical thinking.
- Courage and integrity to address behaviours which fall outside of the agreed AWH Leadership Behaviours.
- Proven ability to function effectively as a member and clinical leader of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage others
- Commitment to ethical and patient focused practice.
- Ability to foster teamwork and collaboration
- Seeks out and is receptive to feedback from co-workers at all levels for the purpose of growth in the role.
To be discussed with the HardyGroup Principal Consultant.
Department: Perioperative Surgical Services
Classification: Staff Specialist
EBA / Award: Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2022-2026
Primary Site: Cross Campus
Employment Conditions:
- Vaccination Category A
- Working with Children
- Aged Care
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 18 January 2026
The reference number to include in your application is H25_5234
Note: Please use the online platform to submit your application. It will not be accepted via email.
If you require assistance in submitting your application online, please get in touch with Executive Search Coordinator, Bradie Hammat: M: +61 (0)417 882 900 / E: bhammat@hardygroupintl.com
Your application must include:
- 1.Cover letter addressed to the Principal Consultant;
- 2.A written response addressing the selection criteria; and
- 3.An up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae.
It Is standard practice for HardyGroup to acknowledge receipt of your application no later than the next business day. We request that if you do not receive the acknowledgement, you contact the search coordinator listed above as soon as possible after the 24-hour business period and arrange to resend your application if necessary.
For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Liz Hlipala
Principal Search Consultant
M. +61 (0)401 122 301
E. lhlipala@hardygroupintl.com
LIVING AND WORKING IN ALBURY-WODONGA
On the banks of the iconic Murray River, the charming twin cities of Albury and Wodonga offer a delicious food scene, wineries, outstanding schools, a thriving arts culture, and endless outdoor adventures with easy access to ski fields, lakes, and mountain trails.
Whether you prefer the relaxed café scene, or the many adventures to be found on boats, bikes and golf buggies, Albury Wodonga suits every pace of life. Browsing in boutiques, sampling the regional produce, listening to an eclectic assortment of live music, and getting back to nature defines the region’s every day.
Albury Wodonga has the same number of sunny days as the Gold Coast, but without the humidity. Warm, dry summers, mild autumn and spring months with cool winters. Temperature range from 15° to 40°C in summer and 3.5° to 14°C in winter. The average annual rainfall is 585mm.
Albury Railway Station (credit)
The median age in Albury - Wodonga (Significant Urban Areas) was 38 years. Children aged 0 - 14 years made up 19.2 per cent of the population and people aged 65 years and over made up 18.9 per cent of the population. Employment statistics at the time of the last census; for the region were 48,391 people who reported being in the labour force. Of these 56.9 per cent were employed full time, 32.8 per cent were employed part-time and 4.6 per cent per cent were unemployed.
The Cube, Wodonga (credit)
Wonga Wetlands on the Wagirra Trail (credit)
Albury Wodonga cities are recognised as Australia’s 20th largest city, and provides a diverse range of employment opportunities, shopping, education, and health services, recreation, entertainment, and cultural activities for the region’s residents. Albury was voted the best town in Australia in 2023 by leading travel site Wotif.
'Grow' sculpture by Warren Langley (credit)
Strong career opportunities combined with a great lifestyle and work-life balance makes the region a great place for families to live and work. There are many things to do in Albury Wodonga, from enjoying a swim at Lake Hume or in the Murray River, trekking through the Wagirra Trail, visiting the MAMA Museum, or enjoying the diverse culinary.
If you like the snow and winter activities, Albury Wodonga is less than 2 hours’ drive to Falls Creek and Mt Hotham ski fields.
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