CCLHD - Patient Safety and Quality Consultant

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, until 27th June 2027
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $114,251 - $134,809 per annum pro rata
Hours Per Week: 23
Location: Gosford, Holden Street
Requisition ID: REQ673065
Applications Close: Sunday, 5th July 2026

Are you passionate about driving excellence in patient safety and quality improvement? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for a dedicated Patient Safety and Quality Consultant to play a key role in strengthening clinical governance and improving healthcare outcomes across our services.

About the Opportunity

As a Patient Safety and Quality Consultant, you will work closely with clinical and operational leaders to support the delivery of safe, high-quality, evidence-based healthcare. Acting as a key link between the Patient Safety and Accreditation team and our facilities and services, you will help drive quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and support organisational excellence.

This position plays a critical role in promoting a culture of continuous improvement, patient safety, and clinical governance.

The aim of this temporary position will be to reduce Hospital Acquired Complications (HACs) across the District with a particular focus on improvement work to decrease peripheral intravenous catheter infections and other health care associated infections. These infections have a significant effect on the District’s patient outcomes and patient experience as well as financial implications.

In this role you will also:

• Provide expert advice and guidance on contemporary patient safety, quality, and clinical governance practices.
• Coordinate and support accreditation activities and the implementation of National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards.
• Analyse quality and safety data to identify opportunities for improvement and support evidence-based decision-making.
• Lead and support quality improvement initiatives that reduce patient harm and improve service delivery.
• Provide education, coaching, and support to managers and staff to build capability in patient safety and quality activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary stakeholders to strengthen governance frameworks, risk management processes, and continuous improvement strategies.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description. 

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in a healthcare field, preferably with experience in patient safety and quality coordination.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and inspire positive change.
• Demonstrated knowledge of patient safety, quality improvement, clinical governance, and accreditation processes.
• Experience promoting evidence-based practice and leading quality improvement initiatives.
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?
Clare Karibika
Phone: 0448 473 211
Email: Clare.Karibika@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory. 

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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