Program Manager

This is for a Fixed Term Full Time appointment for 12 months, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Eligibility to Apply:
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions:
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Posititon Profile:
This is an opportunity to program-manage an emerging retrieval service hosted by the WA Country Health Service Command Centre (WACHS) within the State Health Operations Centre (SHOC). The retrieval service will deliver expert care to the states most critically unwell patients wherever they are. The immediate operational priority is to develop an interprofessional model to crew the Emergency Rescue Helicopter Service (ERHS) per the recommendations of Chief Health Officer's Inquiry into Aeromedical Services in Western Australia This is a unique opportunity for an experienced program manager with strong expertise in aeromedical and retrieval services, pre-hospital care, and complex program delivery.

As Program Manager Aeromedical, you will coordinate the planning and development of multiple aeromedical and retrieval-related projects and programs, leading their implementation and integration across WA. The role will research, analyse, and interpret current and future service delivery requirements to deliver a program of works in collaboration with the Medical and Paramedicine Co-Leads, the WACHS Command Centre Transport Program team, and the Command Centre Executive. Your role will foster a collaborative healthcare environment. This position offers a dynamic and strategic environment, ideal for candidates seeking to shape and deliver a contemporary, patient-centred aeromedical program while building strong partnerships with DFES, contracted ambulance services, and other key stakeholders to advance retrieval medicine in Western Australia.

Area Profile:
The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

Employee Benefits:
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location based allowances

Selection Criteria:
Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at ).

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community's needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

For Further Job Related Information:
We encourage you to contact Andy Jones, Senior Program Manager - Transport, WA Country Health Service on

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Application Instructions
: Applicants are requested to apply online ).

Please submit the following documents as part of your application: - A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing the required qualifications and relevant experience (above), and your suitability for the role. - A selection criteria response (maximum 2 pages) specifically addressing Essential Criteria 1, 2, 3, and 5. - A targeted CV (maximum 2 pages) highlighting your most relevant skills and experience.

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