Clinical Program Director Of Women & Children

Eastern Health

  • Melbourne, VIC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Clinical Program Director, Women & Children
  • Lead and develop the Women and Children Program
  • Provide strategic and academic leadership
  • Demonstrate values driven leadership
Eastern HealthEastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.About the roleAn outstanding opportunity to join the Eastern Health senior leadership team. The Clinical Program Director will lead and develop the Women and Children Program at Eastern Health, particularly at a strategic and Health Service wide co-ordination level. The successful candidate will demonstrate ongoing excellence in clinical leadership, management, teaching and research, and provide an environment for staff to prosper and deliver excellent patient care.About youTo be successful in this role you will possess:Candidates must be registered as a medical practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency in the state of Victoria.Experience in and commitment to leadership in the provision of high-quality servicesDemonstrated experience in planning and execution of major change in complex healthcare environmentsClinical capability as evidenced by clinical practice or involvement in the conduct of clinical trials, and experience working in a hospitalA demonstrated ability to generate research income is preferred, including from both traditional and more innovative sources of research funding;The ability to make a significant contribution to the postgraduate training programAn outstanding record in teaching at a postgraduate level;Mentoring of postgraduate research students;Excellent organisational and communication skills;
  • Proven professional leadership qualities & capacity for executive administrative responsibilities
Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the . Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.What we offerEastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
  • Mentor and Shadowing program
  • Access to discovery days across our 50 sites
  • Study and professional development leave
  • Friendly & supportive teams
  • Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • Fitness Passport for work-life balance
  • Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones
  • Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements
  • Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme
  • Access to Private Health Insurance offers
  • Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training
  • Cafes at all of our Hospitals
Next StepsApply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.Good to know:
  • We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability - within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
  • We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
  • As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
  • Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
  • Advertising may end before the closing date.
  • We do not accept recruitment agency application
If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.Please Speak to Evan Newnham/Miranda Catanuso for the Position DescriptionContact Person: Evan NewnhamContact Number: 0413005530Contact Email: Evan.Newnham@easternhealth.org.auJob Posting End Date: 12th September 2025Need help submitting your application?Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1)Our Values in Action:Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day

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