Simulation Lead - Quality and Patient Safety - Clinical Leadership (Fixed Term)

Simulation Lead - Quality and Patient Safety - Clinical Leadership (Fixed Term)

• Location - Flexible within Region
• Fixed term / secondment, part time (0.2FTE)

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders. We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.

About the Role

We have a fixed term or secondment opportunity for Simulation Lead within the Quality and Patient Safety team in Clinical Leadership. The Simulation Lead role will report to the National Quality and Patient Safety Manager and will contribute to the development and implementation of Health NZ's national simulation strategy, as outlined in the Health Workforce Plan 2024–2027, including the development of regional simulation hubs and reducing inequities in simulation training provision.

You will be responsible for leading the Simulation Network to ensure collaborative working in development of the national simulation workplan. They work with the simulation teams across the motu, to ensure the delivery of safe, high quality patient care to achieve Health NZ goals.

About the Team / Service / Location

The Simulation Lead will provide simulation expertise, and develop advice, briefings and papers for the Executive Leadership Team. The role will work alongside other members the national QPS team and Office of the Chief Clinical Officer (OCCO). This role will work closely with the QPS Senior Leadership Team

About you

We are looking for a dynamic and driven leader who thrives on turning complex technical information into clear, actionable insights. This role is suited to someone with clinical and operational experience in health care settings, with proven people leadership experience, and expert knowledge and understanding of simulation theory and practice. Key to success in this role is being able to bring people together with a shared vision, navigate uncertainty, and apply critical thinking. If you are ready to make an impact on a national scale, we want to hear from you!

Working for 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 Māori, 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 Sunday 12 October 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Anesha

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

Job details

Job Reference :

Job Reference : HNZ /

Location :

New Zealand - All Locations - Work from where you are

Job type :

Job type : Fixed Term

Expertise :

Non-clinical - Education / Training - Education / Training

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