Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking applications for an Assistant Director of Clinical Services (ADCS) Womens Paediatrics & Babies to join us in a permanent full-time role. Based at our Springfield campus this role will be part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield opening early 2026. As Maters first new public hospital in over 60 years this state of the art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region. With 174 public beds ICU maternity emergency and surgical services its set to care for over 200000 patients annually.
Reporting to the Director of Clinical Services the Assistant Director of Clinical Services is responsible for delivering the strategic and operational accountabilities for the service ensuring that safe high quality patient centred care is delivered and a culture is promoted that is in keeping with the health care mission and values of the Sisters of Mercy. The role is accountable for ensuring the highest of clinical standards is maintained financial and business objectives are met and patient experience is exceeded.
Salary: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15900access to many staff benefits!
What youll be doing
- Be part of a once in a generation opportunity to help open commission and deliver services for a brand new public hospital.
- Implement systems to support safe evidence-based and comprehensive clinical care while identifying and addressing risks and deviations from standards.
- Collaborate in developing and implementing policies and practices for both clinical and non-clinical services ensuring continuity and integration of care.
- Actively partner with consumers and external health services in the design delivery and evaluation of healthcare services.
- Lead and support innovative models of care and prioritises clinical practice improvements using evidence-based research.
- Oversee financial performance resource allocation budgeting and operational efficiency to meet strategic goals.
- Utilises risk performance and business metrics to guide decisions benchmark outcomes and report on clinical workforce and financial indicators.
- Ensure workforce compliance with legislation safety quality standards and WHS obligations while maintaining legal and contractual responsibilities.
- Provide strategic and operational leadership fostering collaboration professional development and a positive patient-focused culture.
- Maintain leadership capability by developing clear accountabilities performance feedback systems and succession planning for key roles.
- Contribute to setting strategic direction represents the service internally and externally and aligns service delivery with broader Mater goals.
About you
You will have relevant registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia and Tertiary qualifications in Nursing and Midwifery (required) health management business or related disciplines. You will also meet the below criteria:
- Comprehensive understanding of public and private health systems
- Sound knowledge of contemporary models of care
- Foundation in data analysis and research interpretation
- Sound knowledge of quality improvement methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to provide clinical financial & operational leadership
Why join us
Mater is Queenslands largest not-for-profit healthcare provider delivering exceptional care to nearly 700000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. Were leaders in healthcare education fundraising & philanthropy and research and its our people who make the difference.
Were looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater youll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation compassion and excellence.
- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options including meal and entertainment benefits
- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- Exclusive discounts across dining retail travel accommodation (just to name a few!)
- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- Convenient discounted on-site parking
- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafs and coffee spots
- Join Queenslands Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.
Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE
Applications close on Sunday 3 August 2025. Please note we may contact applicants prior to the closing date please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!
Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.
Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.
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Required Experience:
Director