Programme Manager - National Bowel Screening Programme at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty Provide leadership and support in this exciting opportunityJoin Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.
The National Bowel Screening programme (NBSP) has been operational across Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty since May 2022 with 27,263 eligible people participating in screening over the past two years. The programme manager role provides leadership of the NBSP team of clinical, community outreach and administration staff and is responsible for ensuring the programme meets Ministry of Health standards and reporting on service performance. This includes meeting indicators for successful patient engagement and progression through bowel screening and performance reporting. A strong focus of the programme is ensuring that all eligible people can safely participate in screening and are supported through subsequent investigation and treatment options. There is a strong commitment to ensuring equity for Maori, Pacific and people who may have barriers to access health services.
The skill set required to manage this programme require background knowledge of health service delivery and leadership and an understanding of bowel cancer pathways of care which ideally will include having worked clinically within related services. Experience in leadership of a screening programme, including quality improvement and performance reporting is a key requirement. Applicants will ideally also have experience in successfully engaging with Maori urihaumate and whanau to deliver services that support culturally safe and effective care. You will need a high level of organisational skills to coordinate and deliver effective outreach of the team across a range of services and communities.
Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatane. We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatane, Kawerau and Opotiki. Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty's largest employers with over 4500 staff.
In-house professional developmentFlexible working practices (e.g. We support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possibleHighly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary teamSubsidised onsite hospital gym membership and wellbeing programmeFree flu vaccinationsFree onsite staff parkingDiscounts (with local businesses)Our name, Te Whatu Ora, means 'the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system.
At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whanau orientated and supportive environment. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Maori and ensures greater access, experience and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system – Maori, Pacific and Disabled People.
When you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a life-time change, that will touch the lives of everyone in Aotearoa, and future generations. We 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 our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau 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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
Me pehea te tuku tono - How to Apply You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click "APPLY NOW." For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal.
For additional information or to arrange a confidential chat, contact Sandra Fielding, Business Leader, Medical Services via email ****** .
Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty
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