Centre Manager, Clinical Skills & Simulation

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Hamilton is seeking a Manager - Clinical Skills and Simulation Centre to lead the development of comprehensive clinical skills training for healthcare professionals. This full-time, on-site role reports to the Chief Medical Officer and focuses on workforce development.

The role includes leading the Clinical Skills Centre, managing relationships with training providers, and ensuring ongoing professional development while maintaining APC requirements.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in healthcare education or clinical training.
• Experience coordinating large-scale training programs.
• Ability to negotiate contracts with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop clinical skills learning programmes.
• Promote the Clinical Skills Centre and maximise external revenue.
• Manage contracts with suppliers and training providers.
• Lead and manage direct reports and APC compliance.
• Support ongoing professional development for staff.

Skills

Management

Clinical background

Staff management

Contract negotiation

Financial management

Communication skills

Health NZ experience

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Hamilton is seeking a Manager - Clinical Skills and Simulation Centre to lead the development of comprehensive clinical skills training for healthcare professionals. This full-time, on-site role reports to the Chief Medical Officer and focuses on workforce development.

The role includes leading the Clinical Skills Centre, managing relationships with training providers, and ensuring ongoing professional development while maintaining APC requirements.