Section Head Surgical, Womens Health, and Paediatric Services, Acute Allied Health
1 day ago
**Full Time, Permanent**
**Remuneration as per PSA Allied Health MECA guidelines**
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
**About the Role**:
Are you a dynamic and experienced healthcare professional with a passion for leadership and excellence in patient care? We are seeking an outstanding Section Head - Surgical, Women’s Health, and Paediatrics to join our Acute Allied Health team at Middlemore Hospital.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Provide strong clinical leadership and mentorship within the Surgical, Women’s Health, and Paediatric Social Work Team.
- Oversee the effective delivery of social work services across inpatient and community settings.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and transition back into the community.
- Lead service development initiatives, workforce planning, and quality improvement activities.
- Ensure compliance with Counties Manukau Health’s vision, values, and policies.
- Manage staff recruitment, supervision, and professional development.
- Promote health equity and culturally responsive care in alignment with the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
**What You Need to Succeed**:
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant healthcare social work experience, preferably within surgical, women’s health, and/or paediatrics.
- Current registration with the NZ Social Worker's board and a current annual practising certificate.
- Experience in staff supervision, leadership, and service development.
- Strong understanding of rehabilitation, health, disability, and illness issues.
- Commitment to culturally safe practice and fostering an inclusive workplace.
- Experience in management of women’s health and associated services.
**Why Join Us?**
- Leadership opportunity within a leading public health provider.
- Work in a diverse, multidisciplinary team at Middlemore Hospital, one of New Zealand’s busiest healthcare hubs.
- Opportunity to make a real impact on patient care and service delivery.
- Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.
**Working at Health New Zealand**
**How to apply**
**Job Number: CMH202515175**
**Applications Close: 09 July 2025**
- Whakawhanaungatanga, Kind -Manaakitanga, Together -Kotahitanga, Excellent
- Rangatiratanga. If these are your values too, then join us today._
**Job details**:
**Job Reference**:
CMH202515175**Location**:
- North Island - Auckland - South & East Auckland
**Job type**:
Permanent Full time**Expertise**:
- Clinical - Allied Health - Social Worker
**Closes**:
09-Jul-2025
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