Community Allied Health Clinical Coordinator

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is deeply committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and we strive to create a health system that serves all citizens of New Zealand. Our team is dedicated to improving, promoting, and protecting the health of our diverse communities, and we believe our passionate staff are essential to achieving these goals. About the Role We are currently seeking a Community Clinical Coordinator for a permanent, full-time position at Dunedin Hospital with a salary of $116,390. This role is crucial in supporting both inpatient and community healthcare teams to deliver efficient, effective, and safe services. As our health system undergoes exciting and innovative changes, the Community Clinical Coordinator will play a key role in ensuring that patients receive high-quality care in their homes and preventing unnecessary hospital admissions. In this position, you will collaborate with various teams, including community teams, inpatient teams, ARC facilities, primary care agencies, unit managers, and other clinical coordinators. Your responsibilities will include: - Providing clinical leadership and direction to staff across community services - Monitoring and mitigating risks associated with clinical service delivery - Coordinating ACC contracts and engaging in quality initiatives - Managing the day-to-day operations of the service to ensure the delivery of safe, patient-focused care - Supporting staff education and development While this role does not include budget responsibilities, you will have the authority to manage staff within the community team. About the Team/Service/Location Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern serves a population of 350,000 people across the largest geographical area of all New Zealand regions. We take pride in the services we provide and are committed to improving health outcomes in our communities. Our dedicated staff are the driving force behind our success, and we are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team and support our mission. About You The ideal candidate for this role will possess strong professional judgment, effective leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality care. You will need to build solid relationships and guide teams through a period of change. We are looking for an experienced healthcare professional with a valid annual practicing certificate. Successful candidates will demonstrate: - Strong group facilitation skills with a collaborative team approach - Excellent knowledge of adult teaching and learning principles - Strong clinical decision-making skills - Exceptional communication and engagement abilities - Advanced communication techniques, including conflict resolution and mediation skills Benefits Working with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora offers the opportunity to be part of a diverse and inclusive workforce that better understands and serves our community. We welcome applications from individuals from diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Friday, 11 July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please reach out to James Boyd at james.boyd@tewhatuora.govt.nz. Please note that we will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date. We only accept online applications through our website.