Quality and Risk Coordinator

Belverdale Hospital | Whanganui, 0.8FTE

Belverdale Hospital is a trusted provider of high-quality private surgical services, committed to service excellence and patient safety. We provide elective surgical services across Orthopaedics, General and Laparoscopic Surgery, Gynaecology, Endoscopy, Otorhinolaryngology (ORL), and Head and Neck Surgery.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Quality and Risk Coordinator to join our team in Whanganui.

About the role

To assist the General Manager and Senior Leadership Team to develop and maintain a culture of high standards, quality processes and systems, and continuous improvement. To ensure that risk is identified and mitigated, and that optimal patient care is delivered consistently.

Key responsibilities

• Develop organisational policies and procedures in consultation with the General Manager and Clinical Governance Group that reflect Ngā paerewa Health and Disability Services Standard (HDSS) NZS 8134:2021 requirements, current legislation, evidence-based best practice and other relevant standards
• Complete ongoing review of policies and procedures according to the document management schedule and as required
• Attend Clinical Governance meetings presenting Quality and Risk issues and reporting
• Work collaboratively with the General Manager and Senior Leadership Team in preparation for external audits conforming to legislative/certification requirements
• Oversee the Food Control Plan/Diary in the kitchen including internal and external audit facilitation (Food Act 2014)
• Develop an annual Quality Plan and annual audit schedule
• Oversee and support infection prevention control processes and procedures throughout the hospital.
• Take on the responsibility of being a Health and Safety Representative which provides guidance and support across all teams.
• Perform or delegate internal audits and ensure corrective actions are taken according to risk presented
• Identify trends and areas for quality improvement based on quality and audit processes, incidents and adverse events, complaints, and patient satisfaction surveys
• Maintain the Risk Management Register in consultation with the General Manager and Clinical Governance Group including assessment and mitigating risks to the organisation
• Collect, analyse, and manage information to support clinical and quality reviews, presenting findings from regular audits in formal reports with clear analysis and statistical accuracy

About you

• Nursing Council New Zealand registration
• Experience in Quality and Risk Management, Policy development and implementation
• Knowledge of legislation relating to health, and Ngā paerewa Health and Disability Services Standard (HDSS) NZS 8134:2021
• Skills include data collection, collation, analysis and interpretation, and communication of findings
• Proficient computer skills
• Approachable and respectful manner
• Motivated, positive and flexible attitude
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Effective problem-solving, stress management and conflict resolution skills

Why join Belverdale Hospital?

At Belverdale Hospital, you will be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a private surgical setting. We value professionalism, teamwork, cultural safety, quality improvement, and a strong patient-centred focus. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your theatre expertise and commitment to excellence will be highly valued.

Why Whanganui?

Whanganui is known as New Zealand’s UNESCO City of Design, with a thriving arts scene, rich history, and striking natural landscapes. The city offers easy access to the Whanganui River, museums and galleries, parks and reserves, and a compact CBD with plenty of places to eat, drink and explore. It is also centrally located within a three-hour drive of Wellington, Napier, Taupō and New Plymouth, with flights between Auckland and Whanganui available several times a day. Discover Whanganui also highlights the city’s affordable housing options and lifestyle benefits, noting that Whanganui is one of New Zealand’s affordable real estate markets and a place where health and wellbeing are a priority.

Apply now

If you are an experienced Quality and Risk Coordinator who is passionate about patient safety, teamwork, and high-quality surgical care, we would love to hear from you. Please note all applications are to be submitted via seek. If you have any further questions about the role please contact General Manager - Aimee Dackers via [email protected]

Applications close on the 6th of November 2026. Please note this position has a start date in early 2027 to align with role training and transition.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.