Project Director, Shared Pathology Service

Project Director, Shared Pathology Service

Alfred Health hosts the Alfred Health / Monash Health Shared Pathology Service reform project. This is a Full Time Fixed Term role (until 30 June 2026) with a competitive HS7 salary range (circa $170,000 - $200,000 + super) and benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, salary packaging & novated leasing.

About The Department

As part of the Department of Health's initiative to return public pathology to public hospitals and ensure consistent, assessable care for all Victorians, Alfred Health and Monash Health have established a partnership to deliver a Shared Pathology Service. Pathology services operate from The Alfred (Prahran) and Monash Medical Centre (Clayton), with six branch laboratories and 23 collection centres across South East Melbourne and South Gippsland. The Shared Pathology Service plans to expand to Western Health by early 2026.

About The Role

Alfred Health and Monash Health seek an experienced and strategic Project Director to lead major reform initiatives across the Alfred/Monash Shared Pathology Service network. The role reports to the CEO, Shared Pathology Service, and oversees the development and implementation of a Shared Pathology Strategy. The Project Director will operate across both organisations and require regular on-site presence at facilities within the pathology network to support engagement and delivery. The role includes delivering reform objectives within agreed timelines and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Alfred/Monash Shared Pathology Reform Project.
• Renew governance structures, stakeholder engagement plans, budgets, risk registers, and strategic project documentation.
• Lead and implement the agreed reform activities.
• Support service expansion, including Western Health.
• Represent the Shared Pathology Service in external forums and liaise with government agencies and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, risk, and financial management standards.
• Budget management of the reform budget and other major capital investment; develop business cases and report on financial performance.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, inclusivity, and patient-centred care.

Key Relationships

• CEO, COO, and Chief Pathologist – Shared Pathology Service
• Directors and Executive teams across Alfred, Monash, and Western Health
• Internal departments: Finance, Procurement, IT, HR, Legal, Public Affairs
• External stakeholders: Government agencies, suppliers, and contractors

About You

You are a seasoned leader with a strong background in health service delivery and project management. You bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant business or health discipline.
• Proven experience in leading complex reform projects within healthcare.
• Strong strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
• A deep understanding of contemporary health systems and policy directions.
• High-level organisational, analytical, financial and performance management capabilities.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of the pathology network across two of Victoria's leading health networks with potential expansion to Western Health. You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team committed to innovation, excellence, and patient care.

Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• Flexible Health Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
• On-site car & bike parking opportunities
• Onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children's Services

Application details: Applications close 11pm AEST, Thursday, 11 September 2025. Confidential enquiries: Caroline Langston, Chief Executive Officer, Shared Pathology Service, 0418 317 044 or c.langston@semetrohealth.org.au.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged. In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an exemption.

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au

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