Clinical Leadership
Allied Health Unit Manager - Hospital & Specialist Dentistry Service (HSD)Excellent career path for an experienced, highly motivated Allied Health Professional.Great professional growth opportunityFull-time, fixed term (12 months) positionHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About the roleWe have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, highly motivated Allied Health Professional to join the Regional Hospital & Specialist Dentistry Service at Te Toka Tumai Auckland in the leadership role of Allied Health Unit Manager.
This is a currently full time, fixed term (12 months) with the possibility to move into a permanent role.The Allied Health Unit Manager (AHUM) will provide operational, professional and strategic leadership to the allied health, scientific & technical workforce with accountability for clinical governance and evidence-based standards of practice.The AHUM will work in partnership with the Service Clinical Director (SCD), Business Manager and Team Leader as an integral part of the leadership team. By monitoring standards of best practice, forecasting patient flow trends and focusing on resource management the AHUM will identify areas of improvement where innovation and ideas can flourish.About the Team/Service/ LocationTe Toka Tumai Aucklands Regional Hospital & Specialist Dentistry (HSD) services, are located across multiple sites - Auckland City Hospital, Greenlane Clinical Centre, Middlemore Hospital, Waitakere Hospital and Buckland Road Community Clinic as well as in private provider facilities that are under a lease arrangement.The Allied Health, Scientific & Technical workforce includes Dental Assistants, Orthodontic Auxiliary, Dental Hygienist, Dental Technicians and Clinical Dental Technicians.
There are approximately 30 allied health, scientific & technical staff within the HSD service working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to provide high quality health outcomes for our patients.About youThis is an amazing opportunity to show your enthusiasm, leadership and technical skills to benefit the day-to-day operational management of the team and improve service delivery.Remuneration is commensurate with the role. Professional development is also offered to support the successful applicant in expanding their clinical leadership skills and knowledge.As an ideal candidate, you will be an experienced Allied Health Professional who is already working as an Allied Health Lead, Team Leader or other relevant senior Allied Health role with experience working with large teams in a busy and complex environment.
You will have a track record of advanced clinical practice, innovative thinking, patient focused care and implementation of system changes.Applicants will have a track-record of advanced clinical experience delivering care across a range of specialities.
It is preferable to have an advanced knowledge of clinical practices in a dental setting. You will have proven leadership skills, strong interpersonal skills and demonstrate a sound understanding of financial and change management principles, resourcefulness and a solution focussed approach.
You will be highly self-motivated, adaptable and a team player.For all aspects of this role and experience/knowledge required please see the position description. For further information about the position please contact the Allied Health Director, Carlene Perris via cperris@adhb.govt.nzWorking at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.
We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to applyWell be reviewing applications and conducting interviews as they come in, so the position may close before the listed deadline.
If you're interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.To apply please click on the `Apply tab below, outlining your experience and motivation to apply to this role and attaching your updated CV and Covering Letter.If you have any accessibility or technical issues with the online process, please contact Kavitha John, Recruitment Consultant at Kavitha.John@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz quoting ADHB24349.