Patient Flow Manager at ACT Health

City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 May, 26

Salary

144410.0

Posted On

17 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Flow Management, Digital Technology, Daily Management Systems, Inpatient Bed Management, Operational Management, Capacity Optimisation, Quality Improvement, Multidisciplinary Communication, Staff Development, Patient-Centred Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type: Part Time, Permanent Position Classification: Registered Nurse Level 3.2 (603879) Salary: $144,410 Pro Rata (Plus 12.5%25 Super) Location: North Canberra Hospital Section: Patient Flow Unit Closing Date: 9th March 2026 What can we offer you: • City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in Canberra. • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital. • Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. • Flexible working conditions. • Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval). To find out more on what a career at CHS can give you, the benefits of working with us and why Canberra is Australia's happiest city click here: Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services (act.gov.au) About the Role: The Patient Flow Manager reports to the NCH Director of Patient Flow and Patient Support Services and is responsible for managing access and patient flow in a safe, efficient and coordinated manner using digital technology and daily management systems as key building blocks of effective inpatient bed management. The Patient Flow Manager is responsible for providing professional leadership and the operational management of operational Patient Flow, ensuring the safe, timely, and efficient movement of patients across the organisation. This includes overseeing day‑to‑day patient flow operations, implementing evidence‑based strategies to optimise capacity, and ensuring high‑quality, patient‑centred care. The role leads continuous quality improvement initiatives, fosters effective multidisciplinary communication, and supports the development and performance of staff to maintain consistent, high‑standard patient flow practices. For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description. Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: • Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. • Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy. To Apply: Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a maximum 2-page cover letter or pitch, responding to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. This document is required and must be submitted to be considered for the role. ***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position*** Applications may be assessed on application and referee checks. Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website. Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Leanne Done at Leanne.Done@act.gov.au #LI-DNI A merit pool may be established from this recruitment process and will be used for the next 12 months to fill various positions both on a temporary and permanent basis with full-time and part-time opportunities available.

Responsibilities

The Patient Flow Manager manages access and patient flow using digital technology and daily management systems, reporting to the NCH Director of Patient Flow and Patient Support Services. This role is responsible for providing professional leadership and operational management to ensure the safe, timely, and efficient movement of patients across the organization.