Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

As an integral contributor to the design and delivery of key strategic projects, this leadership role is primarily responsible for developing relationships and identifying opportunities for Revenue growth at Epworth.

You will make an impact by:

• Taking a partnership approach to care provision by embedding person centred care principles in all aspects of work
• Conducting negotiations and provide ongoing contract management in association with the Health Partnerships Team and other stakeholders.
• Working with and advise audit staff or other hospital staff on the appropriate interpretation of contract rules or legislation to inform the correct response to audits
• Contributing to the development and design of optimal funding models for hospital service mix.

Position Description         Inherent Requirements

To be successful in this role, you possess:

• A tertiary qualification in healthcare, health services, commerce or equivalent
• Experience within a commercial, financial and preferably health environment. (>5 years)
• Demonstrated negotiation, communication, time management and relationship management skills to prepare and deliver health funding proposals.
• Pro-active analytical problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge and experience of the health industry
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and generate ideas resulting in continuous improvement and innovation.
• Intermediate skills in Excel and/or Access, and experience in a Patient Management System would be well regarded.

At Epworth, it’s a community. It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation that puts the patient in the centre of all that is done. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status (and not available in the public sector) provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth

At Epworth, we care.

We care about our patients and we care about our people.  We care about keeping everyone safe.  We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers.  And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities.

Enquire / Apply 

Are you are looking for the opportunity to have an impact within an organisation that ensures a high standard of service delivery within a collaborative and inclusive working culture?

To express your interest (in confidence) attach your Professional Resume and Cover Letter for further consideration through the “I’m interested” tab.

For more information, refer to the attached Position Description or contact the Talent Acquisition team via phone (03) 9426 0606 or email [email protected].

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had COVID-19 vaccinations, including where recommended by public health authorities and booster vaccinations.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.