Perioperative Service Manager

• Full Time Position
• Excellent Career Opportunities
• Join Australia's largest private health care provider.

The Opportunity

An opportunity exists for a highly motivated Senior Manager to lead a dedicated and professional team in our Theatre Department. The successful applicant will work closely with the Executive Team to shape organisational strategy, enhance procedural service provision and achieve departmental and hospital strategic objectives.

As the Perioperative Services Manager you will be responsible for the management of our seven operating theatres, specialist health centre - urodynamics and IVF and CSSD. You will work with all theatre stakeholders to achieve excellence in care delivery in line with best practice and legislative requirements. There is a strong focus on ensuring both excellent patient satisfaction and Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) satisfaction, fostering a positive experience for all parties involved.

The Theatre Complex supports both pre- and post-operative recovery and facilitates specialised case mix including Ophthalmic, Orthopaedics, Plastics, Gynaecology, ENT, Breast Care Services, Pain Services and Urodynamic procedures. We are introducing research initiatives to drive innovation in perioperative care, support evidence-based practice, and enhance patient outcomes and staff development.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Extensive current clinical practice in perioperative role (minimum 5 years)
• Recent theatre management experience
• Graduate Certification/Diploma in Perioperative Nursing
• Ability to build rapport with VMOs and staff
• Commitment to improvement and excellence in the delivery of outcomes
• OHS responsibility and leadership in risk minimisation
• Ongoing activity analysis
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage resources and experience in implementing sustainable change

Remuneration

A base hourly rate ranging from $ superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances.

About Us

Waverley Private Hospital is a 98-bed acute/surgical facility located in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. Waverley Private Hospital has been an active contributor to the healthcare needs of the local communities of Eastern and Southeastern Melbourne since 1972.

The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of 'People Caring for People' since 1964.

What's in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.

Discounts: Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you'll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

Requirements

• Must provide aNational Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

For enquiries, please contact Maria Rice Director of Clinical Services

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