Safety & Quality Essentials Program Coordinator

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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 28th March 2027)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $114,251.00 - $134,809.00 pa(+ superannuation + salary packaging options are available to reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay)
Hours per week: 38
Location: Negotiable within WNSWLHD-Find out more
Applications Close: 7 July 2026 - 11.59pm
Clinical Quality Officer
Quality Clinical Safety and Nursing Directorate
About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Western NSW Local Health District Quality Systems Team on a full-time basis. An exciting opportunity exists to lead and coordinate the development, delivery, and evaluation of high-impact safety and quality education programs across Western NSW Local Health District (WNSW LHD). This role is responsible for driving curriculum design and implementation within the Safety and Quality Education Portfolio (S&QEP), including the Clinical Excellence Commission’s Applied Safety and Quality Program (AS&QP), ensuring programs are aligned with workforce capability needs.
You will manage the promotion and annual selection process for the AS&QP across WNSW LHD, Far West LHD, and NSW Ambulance, fostering strong engagement and participation. Working closely with subject matter experts, you will support faculty development and deliver engaging learning experiences through a blend of face-to-face, virtual, and e-learning platforms.
This position plays a key role in building workforce capability in quality improvement and supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality, value-based care in line with organisational priorities within the Quality, Clinical Safety and Nursing Directorate.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
Helping you move to Western NSW
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To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Kate Clarke on 0407165390 or at Kathryn.clarke5@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD