Director of Patient Support Services (Temporary)

Council Jobs; Canberra; On-site; AUD 149,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible working conditions

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite physiotherapists

Onsite cafes / staff cafeteria

Staff gift shop

Job summary

Canberra Health Services is seeking an experienced leader to join our team as the Director of Patient Support Services on a temporary basis from 1 February 2027 to 30 June 2027. The role leads a broad portfolio of non-clinical support services integral to safe, patient-centred care across Canberra Hospital.

The successful candidate will oversee diverse management and administration activities, provide cross-portfolio leadership, and drive quality, safety and service improvement in line with CHS

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare leadership.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse portfolio of non-clinical patient support services across Canberra Hospital.
• Oversee patient support service management and administration activities.
• Monitor and support quality, safety and service improvement aligned with organisational frameworks.
• Provide leadership across all aspects of the Patient Support Services portfolio.

Job description

Canberra Health Services is seeking an experienced leader to join our team as the Director of Patient Support Services on a temporary basis from 1 February 2027 to 30 June 2027. The role leads a broad portfolio of non-clinical support services integral to safe, patient-centred care across Canberra Hospital.

The successful candidate will oversee diverse management and administration activities, provide cross-portfolio leadership, and drive quality, safety and service improvement in line with CHS