Clinical Director Anaesthetics

Albury Wodonga Health; Albury City; On-site; AUD 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Albury Wodonga Health is seeking a Clinical Director of Anaesthetics to provide clinical leadership within the Surgical & Perioperative Division. The role focuses on developing a modern anaesthetic service, guiding strategic initiatives and coordinating with other departments to deliver high‑quality patient care.

Emphasis on stakeholder engagement and workforce planning. The position is full‑time and permanent, reporting to senior perioperative leadership, with responsibilities spanning

Qualifications

• Registration as a Medical Practitioner in Australia with AHPRA.
• Current Fellowship of the ANZCA.
• Demonstrated management and operational skills to manage a team of multidisciplinary health professionals and administrative staff.
• Demonstrated ability to implement complex strategies to build buy-in and support from key clients or stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop the AWH Anaesthetics Services Plan to guide a contemporary department.
• Monitor and manage the activity of the Anaesthetics department.
• Collaborate with other departments to plan, develop and implement coordinated clinical services and workforce planning aligned to AWH's strategic priorities.
• Report to the Medical Director of Perioperative Services and the COO.

Skills

Registration

ANZCA Fellowship

Leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Medical qualification

Job description

• Join the largest regional health service between Sydney and Melbourne
• Inclusive workplace culture

The Clinical Director Anaesthetics will be a valued member of the Surgical & Perioperative Division to undertake clinical leadership in the provision of a coordinated, high quality Anaesthetic services, working to develop and raise the profile of services for Albury Wodonga Health (AWH).

The Clinical Director of Anaesthetics is responsible for the development of the AWH Anaesthetics Services Plan, which sets to path towards a new contemporary department prepared to meet the needs of the community over the next 10 years and in preparation for the Hospital Redevelopment. The Clinical Director is responsible to the Medical Director of Perioperative Services and the Chief Operating Officer for monitoring and managing the activity of their Department.The Clinical Director will work collaboratively with other departments to plan, develop and implement coordinated clinical services, service plans and associated workforce planning which align to AWHs strategic priorities, under the leadership of their Divisional Medical Director.

We are seeking applicants who meet the following criteria:

• Registration as a Medical Practitioner in Australia with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Current Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetist (ANZCA)
• Demonstrated management and operational skills required to manage a team of multidisciplinary health professionals and administrative staff.
• Demonstrated ability to implement complex strategies to build buy-in and support from key internal and external clients or stakeholders. Uses a variety of different influencing approaches tailored to different clients.

Employment Type: This is a fulltime, permanent opportunity.

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.