An exciting opportunity for an Area Manager to lead the Clinical Services team at GEO Healthcare
Located across the Grampians, Loddon Mallee, Hume Regions area,
Attractive salary at $176,000 base plus superannuation
Joining GEO Healthcare, the Area Manager Clinical Services is a key member of the Clinical Services Team and will support GEO Healthcare’s delivery of Primary Healthcare Services to public prisons in Victoria.
Based at a negotiated office location within your region, you will report to the Director, Clinical Services with the role responsible for the coordination of primary healthcare service delivery at GEO Healthcare locations within your allocated Region and for coordinating state-wide and network resources across your allocated Region as well as Health Pathways Coordination (which manages the flow of patients between service locations, planned specialist appointments and treatments in the community). You will also manage and support the Health Service Managers at each location, to provide safe quality primary healthcare services at their location/s that meet the service specifications and contractual requirements.
While being supported and led by the Senior Leadership Team, you will contribute to a positive and productive workplace culture and carry out all duties in accordance with the GEO Healthcare Values – Understanding, Respect, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence.
You will be required to attend GEO Health locations within the subject area and, at times, attend other locations if necessary.
By successfully contributing to a transition of provider and continuing to deliver and exceed the role’s key accountabilities you will actively contribute to a service that will achieve positive healthcare outcomes for people in prison which is a key element in reducing recidivism across the prison system.
- Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
- Post-graduate qualifications related to health and health service management.
- Experience in operationally managing complex health services.
- Demonstrated experience in leading clinical governance and clinical risk management.
- Demonstrated capacity and experience in implementing sound resource management principles and policies.
- Experience in managing care navigation/coordination of patient care across multiple locations and/or service providers.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills to build positive relationships with staff, the client and other stakeholders.
- Proven ability to lead and maintain highly performing and productive teams and successfully implement change within work environments.
- Experience in the development, implementation and monitoring of clinical policy, procedures and practice.
- Experience in health service accreditation.
Other Requirements of the role:
- Ability to work within a correctional setting which will involve direct contact with prisoners associated with the delivery of healthcare.
- Valid and current full Australian driver’s licence.
- Satisfactory completion of a National Criminal History Check.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
- Working outside of ordinary hours may be required.
For more information on this role, including more details regarding the key accountabilities, please click this link for the position description.
The 13 GEO Healthcare locations are classified into two regions:
- Region 1 - North West Metro, Barwon South West Regions
- Region 2 - Grampians, Loddon Mallee, Hume Regions
In applying for the advertised role you are applying for the Area Manager Clinical Services - Grampians, Loddon Mallee, Hume Regions
About GEO Healthcare
GEO Healthcare employs highly skilled multidisciplinary teams of healthcare practitioners to ensure people in prison can access and receive the healthcare services they need.
GEO Healthcare is a subsidiary of The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd – a company providing correctional and healthcare services in Australia for over 30 years.
We are looking for qualified people to join our company who share the company Values: Understanding, Respect, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence.
Company Benefits Overview
The GEO Group Australia is a leading non-government provider of correctional centres and healthcare services in correctional facilities.
- GEO Healthcare - delivering primary and related health services in Victorian men’s public prisons.
Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of the GEO Healthcare Team: Click Here
Financial & Career Benefits
- Professional development: Access to conferences, seminars and courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Commonwealth Bank: Access exclusive rates on loans, Financial Literacy Program and other banking services.
- Super salary packaging: Maximise your super contributions with pre-tax deductions.
- Scholarships: Progress your career with a scholarship to develop your expertise.
- Family university scholarships: Scholarships available to support your family’s education goals.
- Paid study leave: Take time off to focus on furthering your qualifications (conditions apply).
- Special leave: Additional day off every six months for high attendance.
Health & Wellbeing
- Safety is key: Safe and secure workplace with a focus on both physical and psychological safety.
- Fitness Passport: Affordable membership providing access to a wide network of gyms and fitness facilities.
- Telus Health: Access to Employee Assistance including personal wellbeing and health, relationships, financial and career assistance.
- Medibank discounts: Reduced rates on health insurance plans through Medibank.
- Equal treatment: Equal Opportunity employer that actively promotes diversity and inclusion for all employees
Work-Life Balance
- Rotating rosters: Work shifts that fit your lifestyle and commitments.
- Reward and recognition: A range of recognition and reward programs including, Employee of the Month, Team Member Rewards and Refer a Friend.
- Uniform provided: Full uniform provided so you never have to worry about what to wear to work.
- Celebrate together: Recognition and celebration of special events and days throughout the year.
For further information on our organisation please visit geogroup.com.au/geohealthcare
How to Apply:
Please Note: it is mandatory for all GEO Healthcare staff to have the following:
- Three COVID-19 vaccinations (You will be required to attach immunisation evidence to your application).
- Flu Vaccination in the previous 12 months
To apply, we ask that you complete short questionnaire below and attach a cover letter and current resume.
To obtain further information about the application and recruitment process, please contact [email protected].
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People with diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are always looking for people to join or company who share the values that we stand for:
UNDERSTANDING RESPECT ACCOUNTABLE TEAMWORK EXCELLENCE
