The 2025 graduates with NSLHD CE Anthony Schembri (left)
Graduate Program and Scholarship update Northern Sydney Local Health District welcomed its newest cohort from the Graduate Health Management Program.
placement has taught me so much about the processes of delivering healthcare.” Scholarship recipient Jasmine Blacker praised the exposure she’s gained. “A highlight was the Western Sydney LHD Masterclass, where we visited another district and networked with peers,” she said. Chief Executive Anthony Schembri thanked the mentors and supervisors who support the graduates. “A special thanks to our mentors and supervisors who offer their time and support to all our graduates throughout their placements,” he said. To learn more about the NSLHD Graduate Health Management Program, visit https://bit. ly/3AECmSN. For details on the UNSW Master of Health Leadership and Management, visit https://www.unsw.edu.au/. “Administrative professionals are the backbone of our daily operations,” she said. “They are often the first point of contact for our patients and consumers, and your compassion, patience and professionalism make a world of difference in their healthcare experience.” NSLHD Chief Executive Anthony Schembri said without the support of administrative professionals, hospitals and services would not be able to run efficiently. “Our administrative teams keep our services moving and our staff supported. Your work may not always be seen, but the impact is always felt and appreciated,” he said.
Registered nurse Tuscany Brown and former physiotherapist Jonty Fletcher joined the district to gain hands-on experience alongside their master’s studies. UNSW Master of Health Leadership and Management Scholarship recipients Jasmine Blacker, Sarah Parker and James Wighton, also joined. Jonty Fletcher praised the program’s practical insights and leadership opportunities. “Having come from a clinical role, the Graduate Health Management Program has given me exposure to clinical governance and operational management,” he said. “A highlight has been working alongside the executive team at Hornsby Hospital. This
Celebrating Administrative Professionals Day They are not always visible to patients, but administration professionals are vital in keeping hospitals and services running. To celebrate, Royal North Shore Hospital hosted a morning tea to honour the significant
contribution administration staff make. The celebration is ahead of the annual Administrative Professionals Awards, to be held in the coming weeks. A new category in the awards is the Bronwyn Scully Award, named in honour of the former NSLHD executive assistant who worked in health for more than 40 years. RNSH General Manager Alison Zecchin praised the dedication and behind-the-scenes work of the administrative team.
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