Title: East Metro & Murrindindi Local Health Service Network Safer Together Program Coordinator
Eastern Health, VIC, AU, 3128
East Metro & Murrindindi Local Health Service Network (LHSN) Safer Together Program (STP) Coordinator
- Fixed term 2-year contract | 32 hours a week | Enjoy work-life balance
- Join one of the largest geographical metropolitan health service in Victoria
- Inner-east location | Close to cafes, parks and public transport
- Strengthen communication between Safer Care Victoria and local health services
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.
Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.
This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.
About the role
In this role, you will be a key member of the Allied Health, Strategy, Improvement & Experience directorate at Eastern Health, supporting the East Metro & Murrindindi (EMM) Local Health Service Network (LHSN). You will lead the implementation and local adoption of priority projects under the Safer Together Program (STP), working closely with local improvement teams to build capability, foster collaboration, and drive engagement. Your work will focus on delivering initiatives aligned with the STP’s four strategic priorities: reducing avoidable harm, reducing avoidable admissions, promoting the safe use of medicines, and advancing value-based healthcare. Reporting to the EMM LHSN Executive, you will act as a regional representative and advocate for the STP and related Safer Care Victoria (SCV) initiatives. You will play a critical role in strengthening communication between SCV and local health services, facilitating shared learning, and promoting the dissemination of improvement outcomes and development opportunities. Through strategic coordination and stakeholder engagement, you will ensure improvement efforts across the region are aligned, impactful, and sustainable.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- Demonstrated Experience in Continuous Improvement and Change Management
- Strong Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management Skills
- Safety, quality, and patient experience focus
- Improvement initiative Coordination and Governance Experience
- Commitment to Continuous Improvement and Building Capability
- Formal training or active enrolment in an accredited improvement methodology program
- A Victorian Driver’s License
Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
- Diverse and engaging career opportunities
- Friendly & supportive team
- Flexible working hours
- Salary packaging options
- Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.
We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.
If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check (which we will pay for).
Good to know:
- We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
- We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
- As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
- Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
- Advertising may end before the closing date.
- We do not accept recruitment agency application
If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.
Please click here for position description
Contact Person: Jodee Bootle
Contact Number:0468 571 682
Contact Email: jodee.bootle.easternhealth.org.au
Job Posting End Date: 22/07/2025 - applications will be screened while job is open
Need help submitting your application?
Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1)
Our Values in Action:
Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day