Public Health Physician

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1 Date: 9 February 2016 Job Title Department Location Reporting To Direct Reports Functional Relationships with : Public Health Physician : Planning, Funding and Outcomes Unit : Shea Terrace, Takapuna : Clinical Director Health Gain : Nil : Internal Director Health Outcomes Director, Funding ADHB -WDHB Funding Programme Managers Community Engagement Team Wider Funding Team Health Outcomes Team DHB Provider Arm Services External PHO NGOs Maori provider organisations Pacific provider organisations Community / non-governmental health related organisati Other DHBs Healthlinks and consumer representatives Waitemata District Health Board -JOB DESCRIPTION - Page 1

2 Our Purpose, Values and Standards At the heart of Waitemata DHB is our promise of better care for everyone. This promise statement is the articulation of our three-fold purpose to: 1. promote wellness, 2. prevent, cure and ameliorate ill health and 3. relieve the suffering of those entrusted to our care. At the heart of our values is the need for all of us to reflect on the intrinsic dignity of every single person that enters our care. It is a privilege to be able to care for patients, whānau and our community, a privilege that is sometimes overlooked in our day to day work. Our standards and behaviours serve as a reminder to us all about how we are with our patients and with each other. Waitemata District Health Board -JOB DESCRIPTION - Page 2

3 Purpose of the role : The purpose of this role is to provide public health leadership and technical expertise in key projects and work programmes within the DHB and in particular the funding team. Provision of leadership for key strategic initiatives will be a major purpose as will the promotion of a population based and evidence-based approach. KEY TASKS EXPECTED OUTCOMES Health Strategy Development Contribute to the DHB's strategic development in relation to locality, approach and provision of services Contribute to enhanced service integration, design and development of existing and new services Contribute to DHB strategic direction consistent with the NZ Health Strategy, NZ Disability strategy and other government policies. Service Development Assist in the investigation, assessment, and evaluation of primary and secondary care services Assist with prioritisation and service funding management processes at the DHBs Provide public and population health expertise and strategic advice to the DHBs to ensure they takes a population health approach in its service planning and funding and that their strategic direction is aligned with the NZ Health Strategy, NZ Disability Strategy and government policy To provide expert advice to support evidence based commissioning, prioritisation of services for the population (and in some circumstances for the individual) in order to maximise opportunities for health. To be responsible for the development and implementation of public health plans and programmes as required Health Gain Activities Measuring and monitoring the performance of the DHBs in achieving health gain / better health activities Liaise with national and regional agencies, Waitemata District Health Board -JOB DESCRIPTION - Page 3

4 KEY TASKS EXPECTED OUTCOMES groups, consumers, clinicians and others in providing public health advice Provide needs analysis and prioritisation by supervising and assisting in the investigation, assessment and monitoring of the health status and needs of Auckland residents, any factors adversely affecting the health status of that population and their needs Performance Improvement Contribute to ensuring the success of specific quality improvement programmes across the health system Apply skills and knowledge of literature and evidence to ensure we sponsor best practice. Deliver analysis and reporting in a timely manner. Reducing inequalities and population health gain Ensure all projects have a focus on reducing health inequalities and lead to measurable health gain Service Review Review services on a regular basis to ensure that the services delivered meet the needs of the population Strategic and business planning process Develop health outcome indicators and provide specific issues advice and routine analytic support to PFO Team Contribute to the goals of the DHBs and the PFO Unit by producing high-quality reports and oral presentations when needed Write or contribute to relevant board reports and Ministry of Health reports as required Contribute to DHB and regional planning processes Positive and constructive relationships Working in close collaboration with the other service ADHB Waitemata DHB staff Stakeholders have a known point of contact within ADHB Waitemata DHB To take the lead role in developing interagency and interdisciplinary short and longterm strategic plans for securing health improvement both in the general population and in vulnerable groups at high risk of poor Waitemata District Health Board -JOB DESCRIPTION - Page 4

5 KEY TASKS EXPECTED OUTCOMES health and reduced life expectancy, in partnership with a range of agencies such as those in the statutory, non-statutory, voluntary and private sectors and by taking lead responsibility with a defined local authority. This requires the ability to work cross-directorate and across other agencies and voluntary organisations. To influence external agencies in their public health policy decisions by working with complex professional, managerial and population groups and other organisations in the statutory, non-statutory and private sectors. Professional development Establishing annual goals, objectives, performance targets and strategies to meet these Attending educational opportunities relevant to the role Participating in continuous improvement activities Maintaining professional certification. Statutory & Treaty of Waitangi obligations Ensures the professional and political integrity of WDHB by carrying out all functions in compliance of the Treaty of Waitangi and by demonstrating a serious commitment to keeping the treaty alive. To recognise individual responsibility for workplace Health & Safety under the Health & Safety Act 1992 & Amendments 2002 Shows sensitivity to cultural complexity in the workforce and patient population Support WDHB H&S Culture by: All Employees Following & complying with H&S policies & processes & applying them to their own work activities Identifying, reporting & self-managing hazards where appropriate Early and accurate reporting of incidents at work Waitemata District Health Board -JOB DESCRIPTION - Page 5

6 Behavioural Competencies BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES Adheres to Auckland and Waitemata District Health Boards Visions and Values Employees who are appointed across Auckland and Waitemata District Health Boards are expected to familiarise themselves with and commit to the vision and values of each organisation. The visions outline our purpose and broad goals and the values provide the foundation for the behaviours expected from every employee. Behavioural Competencies - Behaviour demonstrated Is passionate about improving health Gathers and communicates information about the health of the population Knows and communicates how the DHBs are performing to improve the health of the population Work practices promote health and well-being. Gets results Demands high standard performance Instigates transformational / culture change Harnesses opportunities from innovation through collaboration Communicates effectively Persuades effectively, gets others to join and contribute Communicates openly and engages widely across the organisations. Enacts agreed decisions with integrity. Works co-operatively and builds enduring relationships Has the personal gravitas to be respected and to make lasting partnerships Actively looks for ways to collaborate with and assist others to improve the experience of the healthcare workforce, patients & their families and the community and iwi. Works in partnership to reduce inequality in outcomes Demonstrates awareness of partnership obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi. Shows sensitivity to cultural complexity in the workforce and patient population. Ensures service provision that does not vary because of peoples personal characteristics. Is innovative Self-generates ideas Identifies opportunities for innovation and improvement Prevents harm Follows policies and guidelines designed to prevent harm. Acts to ensure the safety of themselves and others. Waitemata District Health Board -JOB DESCRIPTION - Page 6

7 PERSON SPECIFICATION POSITION TITLE: Public Health Physician Minimum Preferred Qualification Basic medical degree and postgraduate qualification in public health Experience Experience in a clinical role Exposure to a public health environment in one or more of the following settings: public health protection, policy development, funding and planning Experience in a clinical role and demonstrated good working relationships with clinicians Experience in a range of public health roles e.g. public health protection, policy development, funding and planning Skills / Knowledge / Behaviour Leadership skills Commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi Well-developed strategic thinking Excellent ability to forge new relationships and maintain existing ones Excellent communication skills (verbal and presentation) Meet imposed and self-imposed deadlines Strong report writing skills Very strong analytical skills Demonstrated prior leadership ability within the sector Commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi Well-developed strategic thinking Excellent ability to forge new relationships and maintain existing ones Excellent communication skills (verbal and presentation) Meet imposed and self-imposed deadlines Strong report writing skills Waitemata District Health Board -JOB DESCRIPTION - Page 7

8 VERIFICATION: Employee: Manager: Date: Review Date: Note: This job description forms part of an individual s contract of employment with WDHB and must be attached to that contract. Waitemata District Health Board -JOB DESCRIPTION - Page 8