The Opportunity

This is a rare chance to step into a pivotal leadership role shaping clinical care across key sites in Sydney’s southern suburbs. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will lead the delivery of high-quality clinical services, including clinical governance, therapeutic programs, intake, and bed management. You will influence service strategy, strengthen relationships, and empower teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes. Your expertise in workforce development, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence will help drive meaningful change and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting and positive impact on the Sutherland community - championing excellence, elevating clinical practice, and inspiring strong, values-led leadership across the service.

What You Will Do

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and upholding compliance with hospital accreditation standards, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous quality improvement.
• Championing patient safety initiatives and ensuring consistently high clinical outcomes across all service areas.
• Ensuring full compliance with all regulatory, legal, and operational requirements.
• Overseeing care delivery logistics, including bed management, patient flow optimisation, demand forecasting, and workforce coordination.
• Driving strategic workforce planning and supporting the development of the clinical workforce in line with organisational priorities.
• Contributing to business growth and development initiatives, responding to emerging needs identified by the Executive team and Ramsay Health Care.
• Collaborating with the Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) community to support the delivery of exceptional clinical care.
• Managing departmental and hospital budgets, working closely with the Executive team to achieve financial objectives.
• Assessing workplace culture and implementing strategies to build a positive, engaged, and high-performing environment.

What You Will Bring

Aligned with The Ramsay Way – People Caring for People, you are an inclusive clinical leader who builds strong relationships, develops high-performing teams, and guides people confidently through change. You will bring:

• Extensive senior clinical leadership experience, supported by AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Deep expertise in contemporary models of service delivery.
• The ability to maintain strategic oversight while navigating complex and high-pressure operational environments.
• A proven track record in leading Quality & Risk programs, including accreditation, continuous improvement, and complaint and incident management.
• Practical experience in workforce planning, roster optimisation, and creating positive, collaborative team cultures.
• Strong business and financial acumen, with the ability to manage budgets and meet workforce, activity, and expense targets.
• Highly developed skills in building and sustaining effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

About the Hospital

Kareena Private Hospital is a 170-bed licenced acute care facility located in the heart of the Sutherland Shire. We offer a wide range of services including Day Surgery, seven Operating Theatres, Endoscopy Procedure Room, 8 Bed Level 1 Intensive Care Unit, a Special Care Nursery, and comprehensive Rehabilitation facilities featuring a hydrotherapy pool and gymnasiums. Our specialties span orthopaedics, general and colorectal surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, general medicine, geriatrics, plastic surgery, ENT, urology, paediatrics, and more. Onsite radiology and pathology services further enhance the continuity of care. With over 60 years of service to the community, Kareena is known for its compassionate care and dedicated team. We are fully accredited under national standards and recognised by the World Health Organisation as a Health Promoting Hospital. As a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Sydney and UNSW, we are committed to developing the next generation of healthcare professionals, while continually delivering safe, high-quality care to our patients.

Benefits

• Compelling salary and an extensive benefits package that recognise and reward your valuable contributions while supporting your overall well-being.
• Enhance your career trajectory through a wealth of professional development initiatives and clearly defined pathways for advancement, empowering you to realise your full potential within our organisation.
• Enjoy access to a premier rewards platform that offers exceptional discounts and privileges from renowned retailers, enriching your lifestyle both personally and professionally.
• Embrace the opportunity to drive transformative change in the delivery of high-quality healthcare services, making a significant contribution to the evolution of our industry for the better.

About Ramsay Health Care

Founded in Australia in 1964, Ramsay Health Care is the nation’s largest private hospital operator and a global leader in healthcare excellence. With 76 hospitals and 12 surgical centres serving more than 1.1 million patients each year, Ramsay is powered by a dedicated team of over 30,000 professionals across Australia. Guided by our ethos, “People Caring for People,” we are committed to exceptional patient care, meaningful relationships, continuous improvement, and sustainable growth. Beyond our extensive hospital network, we also operate two public facilities, including Joondalup Health Campus, and a community pharmacy network spanning more than 35 locations. Through our culture, “The Ramsay Way,” we prioritise our people, fostering collaboration and empowering teams to deliver outstanding outcomes for patients and communities alike.

To Apply

All applications should include your CV outlining your experience and skills in line with the above criteria. Applications close Sunday 18^th January 2026. Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com