Position Overview:

As Director of ACT Pathology for CHS, you will be responsible for the delivery of critical pathology services to Canberra and the surrounding region, directing the successful operations of the region’s major public pathology service.

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer, you will provide high level advice on operational matters and the role of the pathology service in achieving excellent patient outcomes, a positive team culture, and in contributing to the achievement of the CHS strategic plan.

You will be responsible for maintaining high quality relationships with key stakeholders, including clinicians and the community, and represent the organisation at a range of forums.

Under limited direction of the Deputy CEO you will:

1. 1.Lead and manage ACT Pathology to deliver services to Canberra and the surrounding region and provide high level advice on operational matters to the executive.
2. 2.Support the Chief Pathologist to provide leadership and governance for NATA accreditation requirements ensuring ongoing Quality Assurance activities and adherence to all relevant Australian Standards, NPAAC requirements, Medicare Benefits Schedule, CHS policies and procedures and other applicable legislative requirements.
3. 3.Plan, deliver and manage services using activity-based management.
4. 4.Improve patient outcomes and respond to system-wide issues.
5. 5.Maintain effective communication with relevant stakeholders, including clinicians and the community and represent the organisation at relevant fora.
6. 6.Provide leadership to Pathology team members and ensure that consultation and teamwork based on CHS values are encouraged throughout the organisation.
7. 7.Undertake other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation.

About You:

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

Behavioural Capabilities

1. 1.Well-developed leadership qualities, including the ability to inspire and motivate others to achieve goals, identify and develop the potential in others, and assess and address future workforce and capability requirements.
2. 2.High level critical thinking ability and extensive process, resource and budget management skills in order to implement operational efficiencies and understand the challenges facing modern healthcare service delivery.

Mandatory:

• Relevant qualifications and experience working professionally in a tertiary acute health service.
• CHS is leading the drive to digitally transform health service delivery in Australia through the implementation of a territory wide Digital Health Record. Computer literacy skills are required which are relevant to this role as you will be responsible for completing required documentation and becoming a proficient user of the Digital Health Record and/or other Information Technology systems; once proficient, you will need to remain current with changes, updates and contingencies.
• Have an understanding of how the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) indicators align with this role.

Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in alignment to the following:

• CHS Exceptional Care Framework, Clinical Governance Framework, Partnering With Consumers Framework and all other related frameworks.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

These are the key executive capabilities for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resumé and experience:

1. Leads and values people

• Motivates and develops people
• Values diversity and respects individuals
• Builds a culture of improving practice.

2. Shapes strategic thinking

• Inspires a sense of purpose and direction
• Encourages innovation and engages with risk
• Thinks broadly and develops solutions.

3. Achieves results with integrity

• Develops organisational capability to deliver results
• Manages resources wisely and with probity
• Progresses evidence-based policies and procedures
• Shows sound judgement, is responsive and ethical.

4. Fosters collaboration

• Listens and communicates with influence
• Engages effectively across government
• Builds and maintains key relationships

5. Exemplifies citizen, community and service focus

• Understands, anticipates and evaluates client needs
• Creates partnerships and co-operation
• Works to improve outcomes

The Director of Pathology reports directly to the Deputy Chief Executive.

Direct Reports: 314 FTE

Total budget: $ 53M which includes $20M in external revenue.

Division FTE: 314

• The position attracts a remuneration package ranging from $274,784 - $285,773 depending on current superannuation arrangements of the successful applicant. This includes a cash component of $244,201.

• Leading an accountable, inclusive, and cohesive culture that ensures all team members feel a part of the team and have ownership of the success of ACT Pathology.
• Working with external partners to increase the revenue and market share of ACT Pathology and to fully utilize the opportunities provided by the introduction of the Digital Health Record.
• Leading the design of the accommodation for ACT Pathology in a brand new build on the Canberra Hospital site to ensure optimum service delivery and sustainability for the future.
• Implementing the changes required for ACT Pathology to operate efficiently with Activity Based Funding.
• Working with the Chief Pathologist to provide leadership and governance for NATA accreditation requirements.

Service Location: Garran, ACT

Contract: The successful applicant will be engaged under a performance-based long-term contract for a period of up to five years. Prospective applicants should be aware that long-term engagements are tabled in the ACT Legislative Assembly.

Classification: SES1.4

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