Continuous Improvement Manager at St Vincents Health Network Sydney Public Hospital

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Continuous Improvement, Operational Improvement, Problem Solving, Lean, PDSA, Data Analysis, Coaching, Facilitation, Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, A3 Methodology, Performance Improvement, Healthcare Experience, Team Management, Strategic Initiatives, Patient Flow

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: Convenient Fitzroy location Permanent, Full Time opportunity Challenging and rewarding work environment About the Role This role leads the Continuous Improvement (CI) function to drive measurable improvements in operational, clinical, and patient flow outcomes across the hospital. The position provides leadership to a small CI team and plays a key role in shaping and delivering the hospital’s improvement agenda. The Manager, Continuous Improvement acts as a visible improvement leader, building capability across the organisation, maintaining a strong cadence of A3 improvement work, and supporting services to embed sustainable improvement practices. Key duties include: Lead and manage the CI team to deliver a high-impact portfolio of improvement initiatives Partner with clinical and operational leaders to scope, structure and deliver improvement work Maintain a strong A3 and daily management cadence with clear reporting of outcomes Build improvement capability in the organisation through coaching and facilitation Contribute to hospital-wide performance priorities and strategic initiatives Your Contribution Demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement or operational improvement in a complex organisation (healthcare highly regarded) Strong capability in structured problem solving (e.g. A3, Lean, PDSA or similar) Proven ability to influence clinical and operational stakeholders Experience using data to inform improvement decisions Current National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain What we Offer Culture of continuous improvement Flexible working arrangements Regular opportunities for professional development Salary packaging – increase your take home pay In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to cafes and public transport Discounts and promotions through our Foundation About The Continuous Improvement team partners with clinical and operational services across the hospital to improve patient flow, access, safety and efficiency. The team leads structured improvement work, supports data-informed decision making, and builds improvement capability in leaders and frontline teams. Working at St Vincent’s St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence. Application Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM. SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more. Closing Date: 8 February 2026 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. Click Forgot your password? from the Sign-in screen and follow the instructions to reset.

Responsibilities

The Continuous Improvement Manager leads the CI function to drive measurable improvements in operational, clinical, and patient flow outcomes across the hospital. This role involves managing a CI team, partnering with leaders to deliver improvement work, and building improvement capability within the organization.