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Clinical Governance Consultant

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Contract Type

Contractor

Location

Adelaide 

Industry

Healthcare & Medicine

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Governance Lead to support an aged care organisation preparing for service commencement and regulatory compliance under the Aged Care Act 2024.

This short-term, consultancy-style role will provide independent clinical oversight, review governance systems and assist leadership in preparing for an upcoming Aged Care Commission audit.

Key responsibilities
  • Review and validate the Clinical Governance Framework
  • Confirm governance structure and reporting pathways between the CEO, Care Manager and Quality Care Advisory Body
  • Review key clinical policies and procedures to ensure they are compliant and audit ready
  • Assess clinical risk, incident management and SIRS processes
  • Review quality monitoring and continuous improvement systems
  • Provide clinical governance advice to the CEO
  • Support audit preparation and attend the Aged Care Commission audit if required
Deliverables
  • Clinical Governance Review Summary
  • Policy Review Confirmation
  • Clinical Governance Assurance Statement
  • Recommendations for governance improvements where required
About you
  • Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
  • Strong experience in aged care clinical governance, quality or senior clinical leadership
  • Excellent understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and regulatory requirements
  • Experience preparing organisations for Aged Care Commission audits
Working arrangements
  • 12–15 hours per week
  • Primarily remote
  • Occasional meetings with leadership and governance consultant
  • Attendance during the audit process if required
This is a great opportunity to support a new aged care provider to establish strong governance systems prior to commencing services.


Reach out today to discuss further. Carol-Ann @ 0483 926 082
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Posted on 16-Feb-2026

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