Patient Safety Partner

Southern NSW Local Health District; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 138,000 - 156,000; Part time

Job summary

Western NSW Local Health District invites applications for a Patient Safety Partner. Based in Bathurst or Orange, this temporary part-time role (19 hours per week) supports or leads initiatives to improve patient safety and clinical care in line with local plans and national standards.

Working with the Quality & Clinical Safety Directorate and Executive Team, you will engage stakeholders, drive continuous improvement, and contribute to safer services for our community.

Qualifications

• Lead or support initiatives to enhance high quality, safe clinical care.
• Collaborate with the Executive Team and stakeholders to drive continual improvement.

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to 14/2/2027)
Position Classification: Health Manager 3
Remuneration: $137,525.00 - $156,231.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options )
Location: Bathurst or Orange , NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 19
Applications Close: 20 September 2026 – 11:59pm

Patient Safety Partner

Quality & Clinical Safety Directorate

About the role

Are you looking to contribute to better patient outcomes; we are seeking a resilient collaborator with strong stakeholder engagement and leadership skills. This Quality and Clinical Safety position works collaboratively with the Executive Team to support or lead the implementation of initiatives to enhance the delivery of high quality, safe clinical care with continual improvement, in line with local plans, State programs and the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards.

Helping you Move to Western NSW

The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience
To find out more about the role

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

Eligibility and Support

All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26 . Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.

This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.

Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.

Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian

Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.