Clinical Governance Director

6 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Calvary Full time
About the Role

The Head of Clinical Governance - Hospitals at Calvary is a key leadership position responsible for driving quality and continuous improvement in our hospitals. This role champions national initiatives to elevate clinical performance and works closely with service executives to ensure the highest standards of clinical excellence.

Main Responsibilities
  • Lead and implement quality improvement and risk management initiatives across the organisation.
  • Develop and maintain clinical quality systems consistently across hospitals.
  • Oversee national clinical policies and procedures within the document control process.
  • Create and implement strategies for managing clinical risks and enhancing care quality.
  • Support and mentor staff on quality improvement tools and methods, and guide Calvary services on accreditation and standards.
  • Monitor compliance with accreditation requirements and ensure appropriate actions are taken.
  • Provide strategic direction for benchmarking activities and manage quality and safety initiatives.
  • Report on quality system performance, ensuring alignment with standards and stakeholder needs, and develop frameworks for a patient-focused quality system.
About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Tertiary qualifications in health/quality management, or a related field.
  • Knowledge of clinical governance, quality, and safety principles with practical experience.
  • Proven experience in designing and implementing quality improvement programs in healthcare.
  • Experience with accreditation standards and applying audit and benchmarking for quality change.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with experience in a multidisciplinary team environment.
  • Excellent time management, organisational skills, and proficiency in computer applications, with a commitment to Calvary's Mission, Vision, and Values.
  • Ability to prepare and present education programs.
About Calvary

With over 130 years' experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients. We offer NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships, paid parental leave, training, development pathways and career opportunities, and flexible hours that make sense for you.



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