Where you’ll be working: Te Manawa Taki – Trauma System/Service – a regional role based at Waikato HospitalThe details: Permanent - Full time – 40 hours per weekJoin a dynamic trauma team in a rapidly growing regional system
Contribute to the regional trauma network and make a real difference
Encouraged to bring input, initiative and innovation
Be part of a diverse and welcoming regional team
Te whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityDo you crave a fulfilling role within a dynamic and innovative team? If so, the Te Manawa Taki (Midland Region) Trauma Service has just the opportunity you have been waiting for. We are in search of a committed and enthusiastic Trauma Quality Improvement Programme Coordinator to join our team. You will be playing a crucial role in delivering and maintaining our Trauma Quality Improvement Programme and in maintaining the efficiency of our TQIP system.Key responsibilities of the role:The development, implementation, general oversight, and maintenance of the TMT Trauma Quality Improvement Programme to meet the needs of patients, their whānau, and trauma care providers in the Midland Region. This includes, but is not limited to:
Developing processes for quality assessment across various aspects of trauma care
Generate regular reports for TMT Trauma System services
Monitor trends in trauma care provision
Identify and report breaches of procedure, policy, guidelines, process, and system goals
Develop and monitor action plans to address issues
Complete or assist in targeted audits as determined by TMT Trauma System leadership and performance trends
Regularly report the above to TMTTS leadership
to view the position description.(Please note position descriptions can only be viewed on the Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato website.)Mōu | About youWe are on the lookout for a self-driven team player who thrives on teamwork and has a genuine passion for making a difference.If you have the proven experience and enjoy a challenge then this is the opportunity for you, and we want to hear from you!Skills and experience you’ll need to be considered for the role:
A clinical background with at least four years’ of experience
Excellent communication skills with the ability to write reports, design forms, retrieve data, speak effectively and support all levels of management, staff, and the community
Excellent organisational skills and detail orientated
High level of computer and internet skills including but not limited to Windows and Microsoft Office – Word Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.)
Mathematical ability necessary to validate and analyse data
Self-educate and develop a thorough knowledge of current trends in trauma quality improvement.
Mō tātou Ratonga | About our ServiceIn your role as Trauma Quality Improvement Programme Coordinator, you will be an integral part of our Te Manawa Taki (Midland) Trauma Hub team. What we do matters – we are a network of devoted clinicians, researchers, and technical data management staff, dedicated to ensuring the application of best practices in trauma care. Our clinical network is backed by a central hub service dedicated to assisting patients affected by physical injury, their families, and the wider community. As a team, we work tirelessly to ensure trauma patients receive the best care, regardless of when, where, or how the incidents occurred. We are trailblazers in trauma system development, having pioneered the first regional Level 1 trauma system in New Zealand.Ko ngaa hua o te noho ki roto o Waikato, te mahi hoki ki Te Whatu Ora, Waikato | The Benefits of living in Waikato and working for Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, WaikatoLocated in the heart of the mighty Waikato, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato operates over a number of sites, Hamilton City our main campus and smaller community-based hospitals across our region. Hamilton City has easy access to beaches and mountains, so if your interests range from a host of water sports, mountain biking to vineyard lunches, the area has something for you right on your doorstep. To discover more about our stunning area, please .
As part of our Health NZ, Waikato family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
We offer flexible and agile working opportunities alongside our Health NZ, Waikato benefits and staff discount schemes.
We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
He whare Manawanui, He whare Koronga | A committed workspace, a workspace with purpose
We are committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
Greater diversity within our Health NZ family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusionWe want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to applyPlease apply online as applications are unable to be accepted via email. If you have any questions about the role please contact the Recruitment Team – monique.wilson@waikatodhb.health.nzClosing date: 16 June 2024Nau mai haere mai - Come join the team!
