Fixed Term – Full Time
Attractive Renumeration Package Available
Position No: 00014136
Location: Nedlands 

Vacancy Reference No. 920607

   This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment for 5 years.

 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.

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.

Please be aware that staff parking at the Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre site is very limited; there is a parking permit approval process based on strict eligibility criteria. For more information about access to QEIIMC, visit http://www.qeiimc.health.wa.gov.au/travelling-to-qeiimc/.

Position Profile: We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced motivated candidate into the role of Executive Director Operations.

This is a newly created position, responsible for the provision of contemporary leadership across all laboratory service matters (excluding Forensic Biology and Forensic Pathology), including leadership and oversight of the Pre-Analytical Client Service and Delivery.

It represents an excellent management opportunity for a passionate health professional to be a key member of the Executive team contributing to the strategic business direction in PathWest reform and improvement objectives, ensuring these objectives are transformed into actions and goals and are achieved within a dynamic innovated and customer-focussed culture.

Essentially, the successful candidate will possess either tertiary qualifications in Medical Science or qualifications as a Pathologist eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia. They will have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the Australian Pathology Regulatory Framework and the same of the key trends in the Australian health system with the proven ability to effectively monitor and interpret the ‘industry landscape’ to meet anticipated challenges. These role specific attributes partnered with a demonstrated capacity to lead and manage a large complex pathology organisation would suit a dynamic individual who thrives on the demands of leading a multi-disciplinary 24/7 operations environment.

This individual will possess energy, drive and exceptional stakeholder management skills utilising their excellent communications and negotiation skills to constructively engage in decision making on resource allocation in the achievement of PathWest fiscal targets.

They will also have the capacity to focus on achieving results to deliver efficient, effective and safe service that is consistent with our customer needs and defined quality expectation. All this whilst also demonstrating their business acumen to recognise opportunities to enhance the product/service delivery and capitalise on these through effective change strategies.

Area Profile: PathWest Laboratory Medicine WA is the pathology arm of the Western Australian Government. As the state’s leading referral pathology laboratory, it is dedicated to improving the health of Western Australians by providing trusted pathology services that are patient-focused, quality assured and supported by excellence in teaching and research.

Employing over 2,000 employees across Western Australia its respected workforce consists of professionals from a variety of occupations including pathologists, registrars, medical scientists, technical, laboratory and support staff providing an extensive range of pathology and support services.

PathWest offers a round-the-clock commitment to the health needs of the entire WA community through its contemporary laboratory facilities, collection centres, results lines and on-call clinicians. The pathology services cover the broadest range of routine, complex and rare tests and the active teaching, research and pathology development programs assist not only in enhancing diagnostic accuracy but also in improving the understanding of disease processes and of clinical care.

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

• 9.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information go to:  http://www.treasury.wa.gov.au/Superannuation/Employees/Overview/   
• 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 www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).  
 
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Jennifer Grove on 08 9322 0888, or 0438 066 013 or email jenniferg@gerard-daniels.com. Alternately, contact Chris Tan on 08 9322 0852 or email ctan@gerard-daniels.com.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact 1300 367 894 (and select Option 2) for immediate assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). Please note: Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants.  

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees must also be provided. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

To apply for this vacancy now, please click here (or apply online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

APPLICANTS MUST ENSURE THAT THEIR APPLICATION IS RECEIVED IN FULL USING THE METHOD OUTLINED.

An executive search process will also be conducted.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. 
 
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.