Continuous Quality Improvement Officer
Job No:
130099
Location:
Kununurra
- Are you an organised, personable individual with a genuine passion for quality health care?
- Attractive salary circa $65,000 - $75,000 plus a HUGE range of benefits including salary sacrificing, subsidised housing, relocation rebate & 14% leave loading!
- Annual flight allowance, 5 weeks annual leave & additional leave over Christmas/New Year giving you time to explore the magnificent sights of the Kimberley region!
About OVAHS
Ord Valley Aboriginal Health Service (OVAHS) provides comprehensive Primary Health Care services to Aboriginal people in the East Kimberley region of Western Australia. With a holistic approach that includes a high standard of service delivery and the promotion of social justice, they empower individuals, families, and communities to make positive changes for their health and wellbeing.
Most importantly, the OVAHS approach involves members of the community taking part in controlling their own wellbeing. Management and governance, staff selection, and service delivery priorities are directed by the organisation’s Aboriginal Board and Community Health Committees.
OVAHS provides a fulfilling and stimulating work environment in a diverse range of areas for those seeking an exciting career in Indigenous Health.
About the Opportunity
Ord Valley Aboriginal Health Service (OVAHS) is looking for a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Officer to join their team in Kununurra, WA on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the Deputy CEO, you will be responsible for providing and implementing an ongoing quality improvement framework, providing training and support to OVAHS staff on the quality management system and supporting OVAHS clinics to meet accreditation and licensing requirements.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Working with management to maintain the current framework, deliver outcomes and develop new organisational improvement activities;
- Providing leadership in the area of quality improvement, ensuring the CQI in Action Plan is consistent with appropriate national and international legislation;
- Supporting the ongoing development of clinical CQI assessment tools, preparing draft standards, policies and procedures to meet any identified gaps;
- Producing regular reports related to quality improvement activities for bi-annual reviews and evaluation by the Senior Management Team;
- Providing training and support to OVAHS staff on the LogicQC Quality Management System; and
- Coordinating the accreditation process, including audits, policies and procedures, action plans and employee education.
About You
The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience or a qualification in quality improvement, ideally related to the health or community services sector, and hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
Able to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will have strong organisation skills and be comfortable facilitating meetings with a range of stakeholders, conducting internal training and education sessions as well as coordinating external audits and accreditation activities.
Experience with LogicQC or a similar Quality Management System would be highly regarded, but not essential provided you have strong computer literacy and are able to learn, use and monitor a range of software.
Finally, you will have a genuine passion for quality healthcare, and be able to inspire the same enthusiasm in those you are working with, leading new initiatives or activities and working collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcomes for the patients OVAHS supports.
Please note: The successful candidate will require a current 'C' class drivers licence, and either hold or be willing to obtain National Police Clearance and Working with Children clearance prior to commencement.
About the Benefits
OVAHS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. It offers a stable, safe and supportive work environment with the opportunity to work with and gain experience from a large, multi-disciplinary team including doctors, Aboriginal Health Workers, an audiologist, dietitian, mental health workers and a social support unit.
Your dedication will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package circa $65,000 - $75,000 (commensurate with qualifications and experience) plus super and a range of benefits to significantly increase the value of your overall remuneration package, including:
- 5 weeks annual leave per year plus additional leave over the Christmas/New Year break
- Up to 10 days study leave
- Salary packaging options
- 14% leave loading
- Annual flight allowance to Perth (paid at the end of 12 months continual service)
- $3000 relocation rebate (paid at the end of 12 months continual service)
- Uniform allowance
- Housing or rental assistance
- Electricity subsidy
With Australia’s most stunning landscapes on your doorstep and an incredible outdoor lifestyle on offer, the Kimberley is the place to be to make the most of life’s adventures; and you'll have plenty of time to do so as, working clinic hours only (with no weekend shifts required) allows for a fantastic work/life balance!
This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career and support remote communities in a stunning outback location. Make a positive difference - Apply Now!
About Kununurra
As the gateway to Western Australia's magnificent Kimberley region, Kununurra is the heart of a bustling community supported by agriculture, tourism and mining industries. Blessed with a balmy climate, breathtaking scenery, unique flora & fauna and a huge range of adventure & cultural experiences, Kununurra offers a fantastic lifestyle.
Located in the East Kimberley, 3200km from Perth and 800km from Darwin, the picturesque town is home to approximately 6,000 people. During the tourist seasons, this swells to approximately 10,000 people. Kununurra has well developed infrastructure, including a modern hospital, leisure and aquatic centre, shopping centre, and specialty shops.
Kununurra was formed in the early 1960's to service the construction of the Ord Irrigation Scheme. The town has seen the transformation of ancient river plains into one of the most diverse and productive agricultural areas in Australia. Harnessing the mighty Ord River opened up the area to horticulture, aquaculture, eco-tourism and agri-tourism. The area is also a paradise for fishing, boating and outdoor enthusiasts.
Kununurra is also the perfect base to explore the Kimberley region, one of Australia's most spectacular tourist destinations.