Western Sydney Local Health District

Director Clinical Systems

Posted: 16 hours ago

Job Description

Lead the strategy and delivery of cutting-edge clinical systemsDrive innovation in Electronic Health Records across NSW HealthInfluence healthcare technology that improves patient outcomesLead, innovate, and manage clinical systems to transform patient care through advanced EHR solutionsEmployment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 1 September 2028)Position Classification: Health Manager Level 5Remuneration: $79.86 – $89.33 per hourHours Per Week: 40Location: Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD)Where you'll be working Join Western Sydney Local Health District – a progressive health organisation committed to excellence in patient care and digital health innovation.Be part of a leadership team shaping the future of healthcare technologyWork in a collaborative, high-performing environmentDrive strategic initiatives that impact clinical outcomes across NSWEnjoy a culture that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvementAccess flexible work arrangements and professional development opportunitiesWhat You'll Be DoingAs Director Clinical Systems, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for WSLHD’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) platform, ensuring its integrity, security, and alignment with NSW Health’s vision for improved patient care.Develop and implement long-term strategies for EHR platforms and clinical systemsLead and mentor the EHR team to deliver high-quality, customer-focused servicesOversee governance, risk management, and compliance for clinical applicationsDrive continuous improvement and innovation in system design and functionalityRepresent WSLHD in clinical informatics forums and manage key stakeholder relationshipsReady to lead digital transformation in healthcare?Join NSW Health and make a lasting impact on patient care through technology. Apply today and be part of something bigger.How To ApplyApply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.Relevant tertiary qualifications in information technology, health or informatics, and/or demonstrated experience and a record of achievement in the delivery of enterprise clinical application support services and ICT projects in a senior management role within a large and complex environment in health settingsDemonstrated experience and knowledge in aligning business, information, application and technical architectures to business strategies. This includes expert knowledge and demonstrated experiences in leading clinical solution architectural development and implementation at an enterprise levelDemonstrated detailed understanding of the current and future ICT applications and technologies used to support clinical services and patient administrations as well as demonstrated experience in strategic planning, developing, testing, implementing and managing clinical applications including but not limited to iPM and eMR.Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to analyse and interpret complex information, prepare and present analysis and reports, deal with challenges creatively and achieve business focused solutionsSound financial management skills including budgeting, monitoring and reporting requirements as well as capacity to develop and administer contracts and to negotiate and manage service level agreementsAdvanced organisational skills and demonstrated experience working in a high volume and demanding professional environment with a capacity to prioritise, multi-task, achieve business goals, perform and always work with a customer focused approachAdvanced communication skills with an ability to clearly articulate instructions and ideas to a variety of internal and external stakeholders including technical staff, clinical staff and senior executive.Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in developing and managing various teams using good judgement and assessment skills whilst always fostering a performance based and customer focused work cultureRequisition ID: REQ619153Applications Close: 16 November 2025Need more information?Discover more about the application process.Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria. Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.For inquiries about the role, contact Vanessa Stokes on 0417 382 490.People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/Please note: In accordance with NSW Health policy, priority will be given to Australian citizens and permanent residents. A person who is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or the advertised position.#S-DNI

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