Coordinator Safety & Quality (Perth Children's Hospital & Neonatology)

Job Description

Coordinator Safety & Quality (Perth Children's Hospital & Neonatology) Location: Perth Children's Hospital & Neonatology, Nedlands Unit/Division: Perth Children's Hospital > PCHN Safety, Quality and Performance Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time We currently have 2 positions available for fixed term full time or part-time appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. The fixed term appointments range from 6 months to 12 months. Position Profile: We are seeking a Coordinator Safety & Quality to join the Safety & Quality team which supports Perth Children's Hospital and Neonatology (based at Perth Children’s Hospital). This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your understanding of the integrated systems that underpin our operations and support effective clinical governance. Reporting to the Director of Safety, Quality & Performance, you will work across clinical governance, quality improvement, incident management, clinical audit, risk, and policy. Your role will focus on assessment, monitoring, and continuous improvement to enhance performance, compliance, and helping to support clinical excellence. Key responsibilities include: Building effective relationships and partnerships, working with stakeholders to build their awareness of the value of effective governance and the role of performance review processes in our continuous effort to minimise risk, improve safety and elevate quality of care. Providing advice and assistance to management and staff in the identification, review and management of safety and quality improvement activities within their respective areas. Providing training and support for CAHS staff regarding clinical governance, safety and continuous quality improvement initiatives. Coordinating the provision of information and preparing reports to meet health service and related reporting requirements. Supporting the coordination of the CAHS clinical governance audit program and generating data and system reports to ensure alignment with the program. This role will suit an individual with proven experience in coordinating governance, safety, and quality improvement activities in a healthcare setting. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to elevating healthcare standards and make a lasting impact on the safety and quality of our healthcare services! About our Team: At CAHS, we are committed to excellence in safety and quality, and we actively seek motivated individuals to contribute to our forward-thinking approach. In line with our strategic priorities and values, we have implemented a contemporary model of clinical governance and are investing in our teams to enhance capability, clarify roles and responsibilities, and strengthen decision-making processes. Our Safety, Quality & Performance directorate plays a critical role in leading the implementation of the PCHN’s clinical governance and accreditation processes, in accordance with the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards. This includes policy management, clinical audits, reporting and managing clinical incidents and risks. We provide expert analysis, education and training, and drive operational innovation and reform by supporting clinical areas with quality improvement. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, we strive to identify emerging trends, implement best practices, and enhance patient safety and quality of care. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of paediatric care at CAHS. How to Apply: We welcome your application via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page. Your application should contain the following: A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages. A current resume which summarizes your experience and how you can meet the position requirements. Please provide the name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a reference. Referees should include at least one individual who has been or is your direct line manager/supervisor. Role related questions: We encourage you to contact Lauren Bell via email or phone 0429 921 435 with any specific questions related to this role. Help in submitting your application: If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. Eligibility: 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 criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. This is a recruitment pool for Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 29 May 2026. About CAHS: The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State’s only dedicated health service for infants, children and young people. CAHS comprises of four service areas: Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH) and Neonatology. With over 6500 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the Perth metropolitan area. For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS, please click here and for further information regarding CAHS’ services, please click here. CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion , Collaboration , Equity , Respect , Excellence and Accountability . During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfill the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. For Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team (START) service via email: Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS CAN NOT BE CONSIDERED #J-18808-Ljbffr