Discharge Coordinator - Medical & Surgical IPU

Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking applications for Discharge Coordinator to join us in a Permanent, full-time role. Based at our Springfield campus, these roles will be part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield — opening early 2026. This state of the art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region. With a mix of public and private beds across ICU, maternity, emergency and medical, surgical services, it’s set to care for over 200,000 patients annually.

Salary range: $66.85 - $72.58 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

As a Discharge Coordinator at Mater Hospital Springfield, you will play a vital role in ensuring patients experience a seamless and safe transition from hospital to home or other care settings.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting thorough assessments to develop individualised discharge plans that meet patients’ physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams including medical staff, nursing, allied health, and community services to coordinate effective discharge processes.
• Advocating for patients by ensuring they and their families are well-informed and supported throughout their discharge journey.
• Providing education and emotional support to patients and carers on post-discharge care, medication management, and follow-up appointments.
• Managing resources effectively to support patient care while aligning with budget and service delivery targets.
• Maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
• Leading and supporting nursing staff by sharing best practices and contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Acting as a key liaison between hospital services, community providers, and external agencies to promote coordinated care and positive patient outcomes.

About you

You are an experienced and compassionate Discharge Coordinator who thrives in a collaborative, patient-centred environment.

To succeed in this role, you bring:

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• A tertiary qualification in a relevant clinical specialty (or working towards completion).
• A minimum of three years’ full-time clinical experience within your specialty.
• Advanced clinical knowledge and a strong understanding of discharge planning, healthcare systems, community services, and residential aged care facilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders including patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive approach to identifying and addressing risks, promoting patient safety and quality care.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to maintaining accurate documentation and compliance.
• A dedication to ongoing professional development, continuous improvement, and contributing to a positive workplace culture aligned with Mater’s Mission and Values.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on Sunday 22nd March 2026. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.

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