Operational Director Clinical Governance

Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute, sub-acute, aged care and community services.

North Hume Health (NHW) is seeking an experienced and strategic Operational Director – Clinical Governance to provide leadership and accountability for the organisation’s Clinical Governance Systems.

This key leadership role will drive innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement through the implementation of NHW’s Strategic Plan and Annual Statement of Priorities, ensuring quality, safety and best practice are embedded across all services.

The role will lead the development and implementation of effective systems, frameworks and processes to support quality improvement, patient safety, organisational performance, risk management and compliance with accreditation standards. It will also oversee consumer engagement and feedback, the volunteer program, Freedom of Information and the effective management of medico-legal matters.

A strong focus will be placed on the analysis and presentation of data to monitor organisational performance, identify opportunities for improvement and support evidence-based decision-making.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional interpersonal, communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, foster a culture of accountability and ensure quality and safety are integral to every service.

Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, the Operational Director will champion a whole-of-service approach to clinical governance across NHW and, where relevant, the Central Hume Region.

This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished leader to make a meaningful contribution to organisational excellence, patient safety and the delivery of high-quality healthcare.

Our Region:





- Wangaratta has a population of approximately 30,000 and our catchment serves a community of around 100 000 throughout the northeast.
- An easy 2 ½ hours drive on the Hume freeway from Melbourne and less than an hour to Albury airport with direct flights to most of the large Australian cities.
- We have over 11 schools including private Catholic and Anglican schooling options for pre-year 12.
- Our region is a popular destination year-round. It boasts multiple national parks, picturesque small towns, award winning restaurants, wineries and breweries.
- Whether you want to hike, mountain bike and ski in the mountains, paddle the rivers or cruise on the rail trails there is something for everyone in the northeast.

The successful applicant will benefit from:

- Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging perks Available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
- Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)
- Well being programs and discounted corporate gym membership
- Confirmation of Influenza Vaccination or an approved medical exemption is required upon application. Covid Vaccination is strongly recommended

NHW do not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment companies

Northeast Health Wangaratta is a leading Victorian healthcare service committed to providing high quality care for our community. In recognition of our service excellence, Northeast Health Wangaratta was awarded the Premier’s Award for Regional Health Service of the Year in the 2014 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards.

Our modern facility provides a range of healthcare services and is a referral facility for people with complex health needs from Bright, Mansfield, Beechworth, Myrtleford, Yarrawonga, Euroa and Benalla. We also provide a telehealth service to these smaller facilities, with a doctor at Northeast Health giving medical advice via video link.

The acute care hospital has a 24/7 emergency department and inpatient surgical, rehabilitation, paediatrics, critical care and obstetrics services.

📌 Operational Director Clinical Governance (Wangaratta)
🏢 Northeast Health Wangaratta
📍 Wangaratta