Senior Advisor - Patient Safety (529508)

The Team

LGH Quality and Patient Safety Service is focused on creating an environment where improving patient outcomes is at the centre of all activity. By continually monitoring and improving care processes, prioritising patient safety and satisfaction we will support clinicians to provide high, quality, best practice evidenced care and strive for excellence.

• The Quality and Patient Safety Service upholds and promotes the Care values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
• The team prides itself on being supportive and enabling of all members to develop and advance in this specialty area.
• The team has a patient centred focus, fostering a positive patient safety culture to improve patient outcomes and experiences.

The Role

• Work within the Quality and Patient Safety Service to support the implementation and monitoring of governance systems to enable the safe delivery of care and improved patient outcomes.
• Drive initiatives to address specific areas of concern relating to quality, clinical treatment, patient/client safety, risk management, and progress accreditation requirements.
• Access, monitor and evaluate clinical data and indicators as required and provide relevant advice and recommendations.
• Drive the use of co-design and consumer engagement and champion the use of Patient Experience Data to focus improvement opportunities. 

You will need

• Extensive experience in patient safety, quality improvement and clinical governance, including the development of policies, programs, education and initiatives that improve patient outcomes.
• Strong analytical, research and reporting skills, with experience using patient safety databases, interpreting healthcare data and developing evidence-based recommendations for improvement.
• Highly developed leadership, communication and project

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania 

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you can join our team!

*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary

$111,754 to $126,579 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025

Salary Packaging 

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible. 

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications
• Current Driver’s Licence

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties: