At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead initiatives to enhance patient safety and improve healthcare outcomes.
- Company: Join the Department of Health Tasmania, committed to quality care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and fitness perks.
- Other info: Supportive team culture with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while enjoying Tasmania's stunning lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Experience in patient safety and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 126579 - 126579 $ per year.
Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Hospitals North - Qlty & Ptnt Safety
Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 19 August, 2026 11:55 PM
Award/Classification: Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 6
Salary: $111,754 to $126,579 per annum
Employment type: Permanent, full-time
Region: North
Location: 3/39 Frankland St, Launceston
Turning data, governance and patient feedback into safer care, better experiences and stronger health outcomes.
The Team
LGH 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 the 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 specialty area. The team has a patient centred focus, fostering a positive patient safety culture to improve patient outcomes and experiences.
The Role
- Work within the Quality and Patient Safety Service to support the implementation and monitoring of governance systems to enable the safe delivery of care and improved patient outcomes.
- Drive 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 clinical data and indicators as required and provide relevant advice and recommendations.
- Drive the use of co-design and consumer engagement and champion the use of Patient Experience Data to focus improvement opportunities.
You will need
- Extensive experience in patient safety, quality improvement and clinical governance, including the development of policies, programs, education and initiatives that improve patient outcomes.
- Strong analytical, research and reporting skills, with experience using patient safety databases, interpreting healthcare data and developing evidence-based recommendations for improvement.
- Highly developed leadership, communication and project management skills.
Details of appointment
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you can join our team! 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 Packaging
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.
Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications
- Current Driver's Licence
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.
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: Acting Executive Director Quality Patient Safety
Phone number: 0419 559 962
Email address: [not provided]
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