Director of Medical Services

5 days ago


Richmond, Victoria, Australia Epworth Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria's largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia's health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Job Description

As Director Medical Services, your main responsibilities will be to provide strong clinical and medical leadership, expertise and advice to ensure high quality medical care is delivered across Epworth Richmond, whilst ensuring effective clinical governance and compliance with legal and regulatory obligations. A pivotal role in shaping medical workforce strategy, you will ensure that patient experiences are enhanced, and the facilitation of development and innovation is an ongoing focus as part of your role.

You will make an impact by:

  • Leading clinical governance and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
  • Overseeing and supporting Visiting Medical Officers (VMOs), employed doctors, and doctors in training.
  • Driving continuous improvement in patient safety, quality, and experience.
  • Collaborating on business development, service planning, and strategic initiatives.
  • Representing Epworth Richmond internally and externally, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders.
  • Championing a culture of excellence, safety, and compassionate care.

Position Description Inherent Requirements

Qualifications

To be successful in this role…

  • MBBS- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
  • Sound knowledge of the health industry and experience of medical and clinical service delivery in Australian healthcare, both private and public
  • Highly developed clinical governance skills, including medical credentialing and root cause analysis
  • Ability to work autonomously, possess excellent conceptual and organisational skills, and utilise objective analysis of multiple viewpoints to incorporate staff input, feedback and ideas
  • Demonstrates leadership initiative, motivation and self-confidence with the capacity to communicate vision and set clear strategic directions for staff
  • Supports Epworth's Vision and Values and demonstrates a commitment to customer service and capacity to lead the implementation of quality solutions

Additional Information

At Epworth, it's a community

It's the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

  • Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
  • The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
  • Discounted private health insurance
  • Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it's a community.

It's the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

  • Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
  • The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
  • Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
  • Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
  • Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

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It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.



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