Pre-Operative Patient Services Manager

Pre-Operative Patient Services Manager

Peri-Op Services 

Nurses and Midwives EA 2024 – 2028 (ZB4) 

80 hours per fortnight 

Full Time, Permanent

ERH services the Shire of Campaspe and the cross-border Murray River Council. Echuca Moama and townships are located directly across the state border from one another, separated by the Murray River. 

ERH provides a comprehensive range of acute, medical, surgical and sub-acute services plus residential aged care and a broad range of community healthcare services. With a strong focus on increasing our capacity as a sub-regional teaching health service, Echuca Regional Health employees are dedicated professionals who strive to deliver the best possible care to their community.

With over 1,000 employees, we are the largest employer in the area and offer numerous opportunities for career growth. Join our team to experience a dynamic work environment with potential for advancement and professional development! 

Applications are sought from suitably qualified Registered Nurse’s to expand their career as the Pre-Operative Patient Services Manager at Echuca Regional Health. This position is newly created to provide leadership to the pre-op patient services team and to support the provision of high-quality, reliable and safe patient centered care. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Responsible for day-to-day management of the pre-op patient services team including policy development, recruitment, performance reviews and training of staff
• Provide operational leadership of the pre-op patient services team to achieve a high-quality service which integrates with related teams and services, both internal & external
• Oversight of all elements of planned surgery preparation including patient communication, pre-operative assessment and planning to ensure the optimal day of surgery presentations
• Effectively liaise with visiting medical staff (VMO’s), Nurse Unit Manager, Equipment Nurse and CSSD Manager regarding the compilation of theatre lists to maximise efficiency
• Maintain core clinical competence specific to the area of clinical practice.

Qualifications/experience required:

• Current AHPRA registration as Registered nurse 
• Demonstrated leadership experience and capability to build an efficient, effective and cohesive team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that fosters an effective and positive team culture

Working for ERH 

At ERH we offer a supportive and inclusive culture that offers opportunity for growth and development.  As well as that we have a fantastic range of benefits for our employees, including:

• Generous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnight
• Flexible working arrangements
• Experienced and supportive leaders, who genuinely care about their team
• Staff health and wellbeing programs
• Genuine opportunities to broaden your skillset, and progress in your career
• An independent and confidential Employee Assistance Program for yourself and family members
• Free onsite parking
• Free staff vaccinations

If you are passionate about healthcare and are excited to join a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you! Applications close 5 January 2025. Apply today!

Applications are not accepted from agencies.

How to Apply: 

All applicants are to apply online via Seek. 

Applications must include:

• A Cover Letter
• Resume
• Key Selection Criteria** 

**Please note: Key Selection Criteria can be located within the position description. Applicants are required to send a separate document detailing response to the ‘key selection criteria’ to [email protected]

For a copy of the Position Description please email [email protected]

Enquiries about this position should be directed to Michelle Shingles, Director of Nursing on: (03) 5485 5419 or [email protected] Or Tricia Burke, NUM Operating Theatre on: (03) 5485 5355 or [email protected].

ERH is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander descent, culturally, linguistically and gender diverse people and, mature aged people. For further information on the role please refer to the position description. 

**This position requires completion of a satisfactory National Police Check and (where relevant) provision of a Working With Children Check and check on the Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme prior to appointment. Vaccination status in line with policy and procedure at this time. Applicants must hold Australian Citizenship or hold Australian Work Rights to be eligible. Financial support towards VISAS is not available.