Practice Manager
Job No:
112475
Location:
Casino
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Do you want to really make a difference in your career? This is a unique opportunity to work with a diverse team and support Indigenous communities in the beautiful Northern Rivers region!
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Attractive remuneration package (commensurate with experience) and a range of attractive benefits!
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Enjoy great work/life balance working Monday to Friday in a family-friendly work environment!
About Bulgarr Ngaru
Bulgarr Ngaru Medical Aboriginal Corporation is a community controlled Aboriginal Health Service providing a full range of general practice and primary health care services. Bulgarr Ngaru was established in Grafton in 1990 to provide Health Services to the Aboriginal communities of the Clarence Valley as a result of a Human Rights report on Aboriginal miners' exposure to Asbestos.
The Bulgarr Ngaru team is made up of more than 80 people including health professionals, clerical, and managerial staff. The organisation is a leading employer of Indigenous people in the primary health sector in the region. Clinics operate in Casino, Grafton, Maclean and Tweed Heads.
Building on their current regional network of health facilities and a significant client base, Bulgarr Ngaru has a bright future in service development and innovation.
About the Opportunity
Bulgarr Ngaru is looking for a full-time Practice Manager to join the team in Casino.
Reporting to the Executive Officer, you'll responsible for the overall management of the delivery of efficient and effective comprehensive primary health care services in the BNMAC Casino clinic. The scope of the position includes business planning, administration, financial management, leadership, and oversight of health service quality and safety.
The purpose of this role is to ensure the smooth running of the practice on a day to day basis and to provide ongoing support to executive level management. This role also calls for superior communication skills in order to effectively maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
You will be leading an established team of dedicated and engaged individuals including nurses, receptionists, and transport drivers and working alongside a Program Coordinator and Senior Medical Officer.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Providing ongoing support to the EO, CEO and clinical practitioners on a daily basis
- Overseeing and prioritising the workload of administrative staff within the team
- Overseeing and reviewing the performance of staff
- Supporting the Quality Improvement team to ensure the ongoing capabilities of BNMAC in maintaining the standards for both organisational and clinical practice accreditation
- Supporting the accreditation process and liaising with outside services in relation to clinical accreditation of the practice
- Coordinating and facilitating dissemination to staff members of knowledge regarding incentive payments and Medicare item numbers
- Overseeing National KPI Reporting
To be considered, you'll have experience in managing a medical practice and will hold a tertiary qualification in Health Science, Health Administration or a related discipline.
Bulgarr Ngaru is looking for a proven leader with an understanding of human resources and financial management as well as a demonstrated track record in the successful management of the quality and accreditation process.
The ability to plan and organise teams that are consistent with the strategic direction of the organisation is also essential.
Your highly developed interpersonal skills will ensure your ability to build strong working relationships with team members, service providers, clients and other key stakeholders.
The ideal candidates will radiate patience and adaptability, and will have a sense of humour! You will be the type of person who thrives in a busy, varied and often unpredictable work environment. Team players who are willing to jump into any task at hand will fit well within Bulgarr Ngaru's dynamic team.
About the Benefits
If you are looking for a new challenge, a change of lifestyle or a new adventure, this is the role for you. You'll love being surrounded by stunning beaches on one side and glorious mountains and rivers on the other.
Casino is a vibrant country town located on the Richmond River - 150km from the Gold Coast and 230km from Brisbane. The coastal towns of Byron Bay, Lennox Head and Ballina are just over an hours' drive away and Casino is bordered by some beautiful mountain ranges. With a population of just under 11,000, Casino offers full education, health and social facilities. The town is also just 20 minutes from Lismore which is home to multiple private schools, Southern Cross University and the University Centre for Rural Health.
Bulgarr Ngaru truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. You will have access to genuine ongoing training opportunities and professional development.
In return for your hard work and dedication, you'll be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package (negotiated based upon experience and qualifications) plus salary sacrificing and access to an employee assistance program.
Bulgarr Ngaru offers a family friendly, supportive workplace with strong community ties, and a Monday to Friday week (no weekend work), ensuring you achieve a healthy work/life balance.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in a stunning outback location. Make a positive difference - Apply Now!