The role

The purpose of this role is to assist in program delivery across a diversity of compliance and improvement focused portfolios, including the coordination and referral of Severity Assessment Code (SAC) 1 analyses reports for action responses, the monitoring of statewide recommendations, the processing of clinical service level self-assessments, and supporting Quality Assurance Committee work activities. The role includes the preparation of correspondence, including briefings to assist addressing urgent information requests and escalation of high risk events, along with providing incident management guidance to Hospital and Health Services (HHS) to assist with HHS compliance in relation to patient safety requirements for Patient Safety and Quality (PSQ).

The successful person

You will have:

• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills including the ability to prepare high quality documentation, accurate reports and communication papers and maintain effective professional relationships.
• Proven effective consultation and facilitation skills, including the ability to consult and liaise with internal and external stakeholders at a senior level.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development of program/project plans, delivery outcomes and manage competing work priorities to meet agreed deadlines and commitments.
• Demonstrated analytical, planning and problem-solving skills.

About us

The Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland. We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace. Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.

Clinical Excellence Queensland (CEQ) has a mission to partner with health services, clinicians and consumers to drive measurable improvement in patient care through the continual pursuit of excellence. CEQ is committed to a client-first approach; through building strong relationships and understanding the needs and aspirations of our clients, we are best able to achieve our mission.

Benefits

• A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity:

• A short-written response (maximum 1-2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role.
• Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.