Clinic Lead, Armidale

Armajun Aboriginal Health Service; Armidale; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Armajun Aboriginal Health Service seeks a Clinical Lead to provide day-to-day clinical leadership and operational support across its clinics. You will lead nursing and clinical staff, support staff wellbeing, and ensure delivery of high‑quality, culturally safe primary health care.

You will be responsible for coordinating clinic workflows, monitoring compliance, driving continuous quality improvement, and collaborating with the Nurse Manager and Practice Manager to optimise service delivery for

Qualifications

• RN with current AHPRA registration and at least 3 years post-registration experience.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership and operational experience within primary health care or community health.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• WWCC and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement).

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership, guidance, and day-to-day clinical support to nursing and clinical staff.
• Act as the primary operational point of contact for staff workflow issues and sick leave notifications.
• Support orientation, mentoring, and ongoing professional development of nursing, Aboriginal Health Worker, and administrative staff.
• Promote evidence-based clinical practice and culturally appropriate, patient-centered care.
• Coordinate daily clinic operations and manage frontline staffing to maintain optimal patient care.
• Monitor clinic workflows and escalate complex operational concerns to the Nurse Manager and Practice Manager as required.
• Oversee monthly clinic compliance activities (IPC audits, Cold Chain, equipment checks, drug safety, WHS, document destruction).
• Support compliance with RACGP, AGPAL, accreditation standards, policies, and legislation.
• Coordinate procurement, inventory, and management of clinical consumables, vaccines, and clinic supplies.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Mentoring

Team coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Registered Nurse (AHPRA)

Postgraduate qualifications in leadership / health management

Job description

The Clinical Lead provides day-to-day clinical leadership and operational support to ensure the delivery of high-quality, culturally safe, and efficient primary health care services across Armajun clinics. The role supports staff, oversees clinic compliance requirements, coordinates clinical resources, and promotes continuous quality improvement while working collaboratively with the Nurse Manager and Practice Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership, guidance, and day-to-day clinical support to nursing and clinical staff
• Act as the primary operational point of contact for staff workflow issues and sick leave notifications
• Support comprehensive orientation, mentoring, and ongoing professional development of nursing, Aboriginal Health Worker, and administrative staff
• Promote evidence-based clinical practice and ensure the delivery of culturally appropriate, patient-centered care
• Facilitate proactive communication between clinic staff, management, visiting specialists, and multidisciplinary teams
• Coordinate daily clinic operations and manage frontline staffing requirements to maintain optimal patient care
• Monitor clinic workflows and escalation complex operational concerns to the Nurse Manager and Practice Manager as required
• Oversee and complete monthly clinic compliance activities, including Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) audits, Cold Chain monitoring and log validation, Emergency trolley equipment and drug safety checks, Clinical equipment calibration and maintenance checks, Medication and vaccine expiry reviews and disposal, Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) compliance requirements, and Secure document destruction processes
• Support compliance with RACGP, AGPAL, national accreditation standards, organisational policies, and legislative requirements
• Coordinate the procurement, inventory monitoring, and management of clinical consumables and medical stores, pathology supplies and collection materials, vaccines and pharmaceuticals, administrative stationery and clinic documentation, and linen and facility hygiene supplies

About you

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration and a minimum of 3 years post-registration experience
• Demonstrated clinical leadership and operational experience within a primary health care or community health setting
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with proven organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated capability in team coordination, staff mentoring, and workforce development
• Current valid Driver's Licence
• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC) and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)
• Desirable: Demonstrated experience working within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service (ACCHS)
• Desirable: In-depth understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health issues, health equity, and culturally safe healthcare practices
• Desirable: Postgraduate qualifications in leadership, health management, clinical education, or quality improvement

About us

Armajun Aboriginal Health Service is a leading Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation and a recognised Centre of Excellence in Aboriginal health care across the New England region. Our services are grounded in culture, community and connection. We work alongside our communities to deliver holistic, culturally safe and evidence-informed care that empowers people to thrive throughout every stage of life.