Quality & Patient Safety Business Partner

About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and dedicated to creating a health system that serves all New Zealanders. We are looking for individuals who share our vision of providing exceptional healthcare. About the Role We are seeking a QPS Business Partner to join our Quality and Patient Safety Team at Waikato Hospital, a major regional hospital located in Hamilton. This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 12 months, requiring 80 hours per fortnight. If you are looking for an exciting change and have experience in Quality and Patient Safety, we would love to hear from you. In this action-oriented role, you will ensure that quality and patient safety are integral to our operations. You will collaborate with various teams, including Risk, Consumer Engagement, and Clinical Effectiveness, to facilitate communication, understand clinical issues, and drive improvements. Experience in quality improvement will be advantageous, and you will report directly to the Director of Quality and Patient Safety. Key Responsibilities - Implement quality improvement initiatives and link them to the Health Quality and Safety Commission. - Provide reporting on service quality performance. - Advise services on risk management, ensuring that the risk register is current, and that mitigations are in place and monitored. About the Team Our Quality and Patient Safety Team is responsible for overseeing various aspects of quality and patient safety, including Infection Prevention Control, Certification, and Regulatory Compliance. About Hamilton Waikato Hospital serves as the regional hub for the Midland area, which encompasses the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. As a leading tertiary teaching hospital, we offer a broad range of hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy, with approximately 722 inpatient beds and 22 operating theatres. Hamilton is a vibrant city nestled along the Waikato River, offering a unique blend of nature and culture. Residents can enjoy the stunning Hamilton Gardens, explore the Waikato Museum, and visit the Hamilton Zoo. The city is also known for its lively atmosphere, featuring various cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the National Agricultural Fieldays. About You To be successful in this role, you will need: - Registration with a healthcare body in New Zealand. - A genuine interest in enhancing Quality and Patient Safety. - The ability to engage in diverse quality and patient safety activities. - Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications. Working at Health New Zealand We embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce, ensuring that we are well-equipped to understand and serve our community. We encourage applications from individuals across our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply for this position, please visit our Waikato Careers website or click "Apply online." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 11:59 PM on 26 January 2026. For any inquiries about the role, please reach out to Robyn Payne at Robyn.Payne@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date. We also prioritize affected employees during this period of change at Health New Zealand.