Clinical Safety

7 days ago


Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time

Clinical Safety & Clinical Quality Improvement Practitioner Rotorua hospital

Permanent, Fulltime (1 FTE)

Monday-Friday (some flexibility required)

Are you a dynamic health professional with a passion for quality and risk management?

If yes Health New Zealand Lakes has a fantastic opportunity for you to become for a Clinical Safety and Clinical Quality Improvement Practitioner as part of our established team.

Health New Zealand 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

In this position you will contribute to local clinical governance through conducting incident and complaint reviews, upholding policies and protocols, supporting certification requirements and driving quality improvement activities. So if you are passionate about collaborating with our teams to ensure patients and whānau in this area and the wider hospital receive quality care, come and join us.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Health New Zealand Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience. As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here

About you

You should have

  • A background in health service delivery (clinical)
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent writing skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a team player
  • Ability to develop strong relationships across disciplines
  • Have time management skills
  • Resilience to work in an unpredictable environment

Click here for Position Description

Click here for Collective Agreement (if applicable)

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities such as mountain biking, skiing, and fishing. Family friendly beaches are also an hours drive away. The Lakes district has a growing multi-cultural community and is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice. Working at Health New Zealand Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience in an excellent and supportive work environment.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.



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