Director Clinical Engagement and Digital Systems Design Support / Director of Nursing Advisor Clinical Engagement and Design Support

Job description

Agency Department of Health Work unit Office of the Chief Clinical Information Officer

Job title Director Clinical Engagement and Digital Systems Design Support Designation Senior Administrative Officer 2

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $152,751 - $166,487 Location Darwin

Position number 51181 RTF 350333 Closing 06/07/2026

Contact officer Matthew Peachey on 08 8999 2544 or [email protected]

About the agency https://health.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId\=350333

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY

QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with

disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss

this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the

OCPE website.

Primary objective

Lead the Office of the Chief Clinical Information Officer’s Clinical Engagement and Design Support team in delivering user-centred digital

systems that improve healthcare delivery and patient care. Engage clinical practitioners with using Human-Centred Design principles to

ensure solutions are innovative, clinically governed, and sustainable.

Context statement

This team connects healthcare workers with digital system development, focusing on optimising and supporting the NT Health clinical

record system Acacia, governance and support of other clinical systems, and developing new digital solutions. The position will lead the

application of user-centric design to translate clinical insights into technology solutions that align with patient care and clinical governance

requirements. Success is measured by increased adoption of innovative healthcare solutions, improved patient outcomes, and clinician

satisfaction.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Report to the CCIO and lead the clinical engagement and design support team.

2. Build strong relationships with clinical practitioners to understand their needs and ensure IT systems meet clinical governance

requirements.

3. Collaborate with the Department of Corporate and Digital Development (DCDD) to provide clinical expertise and guide digital system

development and management.

4. Apply Human-Centred Design principles to digital solutions, prioritising user experience for clinicians and patients.

5. Coordinate NT Health clinical expertise into health system projects, including the Core Clinical Systems Renewal Program.

6. Translate clinical feedback into actionable design and technical requirements to integrate technology with patient care goals.

7. Ensure IT systems comply with digital health and clinical governance standards and regulations.

8. Adhere to service quality and work health and safety policies to maintain high-quality, safe workplaces.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Experience applying Human-Centred Design principles to create user-centred healthcare solutions.

2. Knowledge of healthcare digital systems, governance, regulatory standards, and software development processes.

3. Demonstrated skills in leading a team.

4. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with clinical practitioners and effectively communicate insights to diverse

stakeholders.

5. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and with digital systems delivery and support teams

6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with a capacity for innovative solutions to enhance patient outcomes and clinician

satisfaction.

Desirable

1. Qualification or background in: Health Informatics, Human or User Centred Design / Human Factors / Design Thinking / Organisational

Psychology / Behavioural Science / Change Management / Digital Solution design and development.

2. A healthcare related degree and experience and in-depth knowledge of clinical workflows and healthcare IT systems.

3. Certified Health Informatician Australasia (CHIA)

Further information

Positions may be subject to pre-employment checks such as immunisation requirements, working with children clearance notice and

criminal history checks. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.

Approved: June 2026 Chief Clinical Information Officer

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Job description

Agency Department of Health Work unit Office of the Chief Clinical Information Officer

Job title Director Clinical Engagement and Digital Systems Design Support Designation Senior Professional Officer 2

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $152,751 - $166,487 Location Darwin

Position number 51181 RTF 350333 Closing 06/07/2026

Contact officer Matthew Peachey on 08 8999 2544 or [email protected]

About the agency https://health.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId\=350333

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY

QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with

disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss

this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the

OCPE website.

Primary objective

Lead the Office of the Chief Clinical Information Officer’s Clinical Engagement and Design Support team in delivering user-centred digital

systems that improve healthcare delivery and patient care. Engage clinical practitioners with using Human-Centred Design principles to

ensure solutions are innovative, clinically governed, and sustainable.

Context statement

This team connects healthcare workers with digital system development, focusing on optimising and supporting the NT Health clinical

record system Acacia, governance and support of other clinical systems, and developing new digital solutions. The position will lead the

application of user-centric design to translate clinical insights into technology solutions that align with patient care and clinical governance

requirements. Success is measured by increased adoption of innovative healthcare solutions, improved patient outcomes, and clinician

satisfaction.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Report to the CCIO and lead the clinical engagement and design support team.

2. Build strong relationships with clinical practitioners to understand their needs and ensure IT systems meet clinical governance

requirements.

3. Collaborate with the Department of Corporate and Digital Development (DCDD) to provide clinical expertise and guide digital system

development and management.

4. Apply Human-Centred Design principles to digital solutions, prioritising user experience for clinicians and patients.

5. Coordinate NT Health clinical expertise into health system projects, including the Core Clinical Systems Renewal Program.

6. Translate clinical feedback into actionable design and technical requirements to integrate technology with patient care goals.

7. Ensure IT systems comply with digital health and clinical governance standards and regulations.

8. Adhere to service quality and work health and safety policies to maintain high-quality, safe workplaces.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. A healthcare related degree and experience and in-depth knowledge of clinical workflows and healthcare IT systems.

2. Experience applying Human-Centred Design principles to create user-centred healthcare solutions.

3. Knowledge of healthcare digital systems, governance, regulatory standards, and software development processes.

4. Demonstrated skills in leading a team.

5. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with clinical practitioners and effectively communicate insights to diverse

stakeholders.

6. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and with digital systems delivery and support teams

7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with a capacity for innovative solutions to enhance patient outcomes and clinician

satisfaction.

Desirable

1. Qualification or background in: Health Informatics, Human or User Centred Design / Human Factors / Design Thinking / Organisational

Psychology / Behavioural Science / Change Management / Digital Solution design and development.

2. Certified Health Informatician Australasia (CHIA)

Further information

Positions may be subject to pre-employment checks such as immunisation requirements, working with children clearance notice and

criminal history checks. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.

Approved: June 2026 Chief Clinical Information Officer

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Job description

Agency Department of Health Work unit Office of the Chief Clinical Information Officer

Job title Director of Nursing Advisor Clinical Designation Nurse Level 7

Engagement and Design Support

Job type Full time Duration Fixed for 3 years

Salary $168,246 - $176,039 Location Darwin

Position number 51181 RTF 350333 Closing 06/07/2026

Contact officer Matthew Peachey on 08 8999 2544 or [email protected]

About the agency http://www.health.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId\=350333

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY

QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with

disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss

this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the

OCPE website.

Primary objective

Provides authoritative strategic and operational advice that influences contemporary nursing/midwifery practice and service delivery

across a defined number of practice areas.

Context statement

This team connects healthcare workers with digital system development, focusing on optimising and supporting the NT Health clinical

record system Acacia, governance and support of other clinical systems, and developing new digital solutions. The position will lead the

application of user-centric design to translate clinical insights into technology solutions that align with patient care and clinical governance

requirements. Success is measured by increased adoption of innovative healthcare solutions, improved patient outcomes, and clinician

satisfaction.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Leads and collaborates in the development, review, and evaluation of services, including interpreting established professional

precedents and organisational policies, and supporting change management as required for operational effectiveness and delivery of

contemporary safe and effective healthcare.

2. Accountable for the outcomes of nursing/midwifery services across a defined number of practice areas and for addressing

inconsistencies between practice and policy.

3. Creditably advocate for nursing/midwifery and represent the profession(s) effectively across the Health Service and the NT.

4. Demonstrate NTH values - safe; responsive; kind – in all decision-making and interactions with consumers and colleagues.

5. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in

order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.

6. Foster a positive workplace culture through exemplary leadership practices and role modelling behaviour.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia or eligible for same.

2. Demonstrated contribution to the profession and/or specialty at local and national level.

3. Demonstrated high-level leadership and management skills including strategic thinking, practical people management, and the ability

to successfully support change in a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment.

4. Demonstrated ability to deploy financial and human resources strategically and effectively to support successful attainment of the

organisation’s strategic and operational plans.

5. Demonstrated ability to facilitate a positive work environment that promotes professional excellence and builds organisational

capability and responsiveness.

6. Demonstrated use of effective communication skills to maximise productive working relationships, including with relevant specialists

and executive management, and manages conflict to promote co-operation, teamwork and understanding.

7. Demonstrates and applies highly developed knowledge and understanding of the social and cultural issues, influences and sensitivities

that influence health care provision for individuals and groups.

Desirable

1. Masters Degree, or equivalent, beyond entry to practice relevant to specialty area.

2. Graduate Certificate in Management or equivalent.

Further information

Ongoing appointment is subject to attainment of a Masters Degree, or equivalent, beyond entry-to-practice relevant to specialty.

The preferred or recommended applicant will be required to hold a current working with children clearance notice and undergo a criminal

history check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant to the position. This role carries specific

immunisation requirements. To be eligible for appointment you will be required to meet the immunisation requirements associated with

Category A healthcare workers (direct contact with blood or body substances). Please contact [email protected] for

further information.

Approved: 28 March 2025 Adjunct Associate Professor Kellie Wilton, Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer

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Job description

Agency Department of Health Work unit Office of the Chief Clinical Information Officer

Job title Director of Nursing Advisor Clinical Designation Nurse Level 7

Engagement and Design Support

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $168,246 - $176,039 Location Darwin

Position number 51181 RTF 350333 Closing 06/07/2026

Contact officer Matthew Peachey on 08 8999 2544 or [email protected]

About the agency http://www.health.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId\=350333

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY

QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with

disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss

this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the

OCPE website.

Primary objective

Provides authoritative strategic and operational advice that influences contemporary nursing/midwifery practice and service delivery

across a defined number of practice areas.

Context statement

This team connects healthcare workers with digital system development, focusing on optimising and supporting the NT Health clinical

record system Acacia, governance and support of other clinical systems, and developing new digital solutions. The position will lead the

application of user-centric design to translate clinical insights into technology solutions that align with patient care and clinical governance

requirements. Success is measured by increased adoption of innovative healthcare solutions, improved patient outcomes, and clinician

satisfaction.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Leads and collaborates in the development, review, and evaluation of services, including interpreting established professional

precedents and organisational policies, and supporting change management as required for operational effectiveness and delivery of

contemporary safe and effective healthcare.

2. Accountable for the outcomes of nursing/midwifery services across a defined number of practice areas and for addressing

inconsistencies between practice and policy.

3. Creditably advocate for nursing/midwifery and represent the profession(s) effectively across the Health Service and the NT.

4. Demonstrate NTH values - safe; responsive; kind – in all decision-making and interactions with consumers and colleagues.

5. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in

order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.

6. Foster a positive workplace culture through exemplary leadership practices and role modelling behaviour.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia or eligible for same.

2. Masters Degree, or equivalent, beyond entry to practice relevant to specialty area.

3. Demonstrated contribution to the profession and/or specialty at local and national level.

4. Demonstrated high-level leadership and management skills including strategic thinking, practical people management, and the ability

to successfully support change in a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment.

5. Demonstrated ability to deploy financial and human resources strategically and effectively to support successful attainment of the

organisation’s strategic and operational plans.

6. Demonstrated ability to facilitate a positive work environment that promotes professional excellence and builds organisational

capability and responsiveness.

7. Demonstrated use of effective communication skills to maximise productive working relationships, including with relevant specialists

and executive management, and manages conflict to promote co-operation, teamwork and understanding.

8. Demonstrates and applies highly developed knowledge and understanding of the social and cultural issues, influences and sensitivities

that influence health care provision for individuals and groups.

Desirable

1. Graduate Certificate in Management or equivalent.

Further information

Ongoing appointment is subject to possession of a Masters Degree, or equivalent, beyond entry-to-practice relevant to specialty.

The preferred or recommended applicant will be required to hold a current working with children clearance notice and undergo a criminal

history check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant to the position. This role carries specific

immunisation requirements. To be eligible for appointment you will be required to meet the immunisation requirements associated with

Category A healthcare workers (direct contact with blood or body substances). Please contact [email protected] for

further information.