Project Officer – Hospital Liaison General Practitioner (HLGP) Service Officer
Project Officer – Hospital Liaison General Practitioner (HLGP) Service
Employment Type: Temporary Part-time 14 month contract
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Requisition ID: REQ604771
Remuneration: $109,857 – $129,624 + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 24
Applications close: Wednesday the 12th of November
Help drive innovation at the frontline of healthcare
Are you ready to be part of an exciting pilot program bridging the gap between hospitals, primary care, and the community? This is a rare opportunity to step into a role that combines project leadership, stakeholder engagement, and data analysis to directly improve patient care and outcomes.
This innovative service is designed to strengthen collaboration between hospitals, general practitioners, primary health providers, and research partners -improving care navigation and continuity for patients after hospital discharge
What you’ll be doing
As the Hospital Liaison General Practitioner Service Project Officer you’ll play a central role in shaping, implementing, and evaluating this pilot service. Your day will involve:
Coordinating project support to ensure smooth establishment of the HLGP Service.
Building strong networks and engaging with stakeholders across primary health, hospitals, and research organisations.
Extracting, collating, and analysing service data to inform reporting and evaluation.
Designing surveys and collecting feedback to identify improvement opportunities.
Acting as a connector and facilitator, ensuring effective communication across all participating organisations.
This role is dynamic, collaborative, and offers the chance to contribute to a project that may reshape how patients transition between hospital and community care.
What you’ll need to succeed
We’re looking for someone who is:
Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
A strong problem solver with excellent data and analytical skills.
The ability to work autonomously and within a team.
Experienced in project coordination or similar roles, ideally within health or community services.
Skilled at extracting and interpreting data and presenting findings clearly.
Confident in stakeholder engagement, with excellent communication skills to connect diverse groups.
Comfortable working in a pilot environment where innovation, adaptability, and collaboration are key.
What we offer
Be part of an innovative pilot project shaping the future of patient care.
Work alongside hospital leaders, GPs, PHNs, and research partners.
Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing.
Fitness Passport – discounted gym and wellness access for you and your family.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family.
Opportunities for professional development and growth in a supportive team
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Amy Harrison or aharrison@thephn.com.au
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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