Please note this is a part time 0.4 FTE 12 month fixed term opportunity About the role: The Chief Pathology Adviser will play a pivotal role in supporting the implementation of Victoria's Pathology Reform implementation framework. This position will provide senior clinical leadership, assist strategic direction and offer authoritative specialist pathology advice. The role is responsible for assisting the statewide public pathology reform agenda which aims to strengthen system performance and ensure high-quality consumer-centred public pathology services across Victoria. The Adviser will work closely with an existing team on several major projects and lead a range of engagement forums with senior executives, clinicians and key stakeholders. They will also provide technical guidance and represent the statewide reform and implementation agenda publicly, helping to communicate its vision, intent and progress with clarity and authority. Additionally, the Chief Pathology Adviser will act as a primary expert adviser to the Department on pathology-related reforms across the sector, providing specialist guidance and helping to ensure a clear understanding of the reforms and their impacts on services, patients and quality of care. About us: At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected. We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all. About you: We are looking for someone who can: Provide expert clinical and strategic leadership and advice to senior departmental executives, the Minister for Health and the broader health sector. Lead the development, implementation and iterative improvement of statewide pathology strategy, ensuring alignment with national standards accreditation requirements and best-practice clinical governance. Lead regular engagement with executive-level sector and senior stakeholders, provide technical advice to ensure the successful delivery of the Victorian Pathology Reform implementation framework. Lead the development, review and dissemination of statewide pathology standards. Contribute specialist knowledge and expertise to the development of standards, guidelines and practice directions relevant to the provision of pathology services. Qualifications / Specialist Expertise A post-graduate tertiary qualification with a minimum 10 years' relevant health system experience. Current registration as a medical practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. Demonstrated senior leadership experience, ideally within Victorian public pathology services An advanced understanding of the Victorian pathology service system and knowledge of current pathology policy development within the State and Commonwealth environments. What we offer: The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world. A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector. A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements. How to apply: Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date. We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au . For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health . If you have any queries in relation to recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au. 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