Assistant Director of Clinical Services - Mental Health

Job Description

Ramsay Clinic Northside is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Clinical Services to join our team. This is a full-time, fixed-term position covering parental leave for 18 months, working 76 hours per fortnight.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of Clinical Services, the ADCS will provide clinical leadership, workforce planning, operational direction, and day-to-day management of the hospital.  The successful applicant will work closely with the Director of Clinical Services and the Executive team to support our clinical managers and the care provided to our patients. This role will require an ability to lead innovation, while recognising the patient as the central focus within the private healthcare setting and the importance of data-driven outcomes.

About You:

To succeed in this role, you will bring a strong clinical skillset with demonstrated leadership experience. You will have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage, motivate and influence a range of stakeholders at all levels to achieve positive outcomes. You will be expected to demonstrate a proven track record in developing and fostering a team culture and enhancing the leadership skills of your team consistent with our Ramsay Way values.

Essential Criteria:

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
• 5 years post-graduate nursing experience & minimum 3-year experience as a Nurse Unit Manager (or other nursing leadership position)
• Proven ability to successfully lead and motivate a clinical services team providing strategic direction and positive leadership.
• Proven workforce analysis and policy development skills.
• Demonstrated ability to assist with accreditation and continuous improvement processes in a health care facility and achieve sound outcomes.
• Knowledge and understanding of contemporary clinical risk management strategies that are effective in promoting and ensuring high-quality patient care.
• Awareness of the relevant legislative requirements and governing body reporting responsibilities of hospital/clinical services departments.
• Demonstrated experience in leading the team to achieve clinical and financial key performance indicators.

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
• Increase your take-home pay through novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.

Qualifications

Additional Information

• Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months. 

• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

Apply:  

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today! All applications must be lodged online. 

Applications close: 9th December 2026

Reference number: JR117352

Please Note:

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.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.