Clinical Manager - Crest And South / West Teams

Clinical Manager - CREST and South / West Teams

Fixed Term parental leave opportunity (40 hours per week) based at The Princess Margaret Hospital, starting in January

Grow your career in management and work alongside an experienced team of healthcare leaders

Current registration and annual practicing certificate as an Allied Health or Nursing Professional is essential

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

A wonderful opportunity has arisen for a qualified and experienced Allied Health Professional or Registered Nurse with proven management or leadership experience to join us as Clinical Manager of our South West Community & Community Rehabilitation Enablement Service Teams (CREST).

This is an 8 month fixed term full-time opportunity in Older Person's Health and Rehabilitation, leading two passionate teams of allied health professionals, registered nurses, assistants and administrators.

Working in a hub-and-spoke model, these services provide community-based rehabilitation delivered with an interdisciplinary approach, supporting our community in staying well within their own homes.

As Clinical Manager, you will be well supported by the broader team of Clinical Managers, the Service Manager, the Associate Director of Allied Health and the Nursing Director.

Responsibilities

Providing leadership to the community teams and engaging and motivating them towards organisational goals and visions

Contributing to the development and maintenance of clinical provision, policies and procedures

Working with the Clinical Team Leaders to identify areas for staff / team development and provide professional development opportunities where appropriate

Implementing and ensuring compliance to the standards of the organisation and having the responsibility for the department's budgeting and FTE requirements

Working closely with our team of Clinical Managers within Older Person's Health and Rehabilitation and working collaboratively on service improvement initiatives

About You

NZ Registration with a relevant Allied Health Professional board or NZ Nursing Registration along with current Annual Practicing Certificate

A minimum of 4 – 5 years' post-qualification experience

Demonstrated leadership ability with a passion for developing and motivating others

Previous experience in a similar position within a community setting is advantageous

A broad understanding of the health sector, particularly in relation to older persons health

As some travel is required in this role, a full NZ driver's licence is essential

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click "apply now."

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 25th November

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at

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Closing Date : Tuesday, 25th November

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