Dr Chad Collins
Collinswood,SA
Summary
Talented Manager and clinician with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during a successful Medical career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet stakeholder needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach. A firm belief, and a change agent for, Integrated Care in South Australia.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Practice Liaison
Adelaide Primary Health Network
07.2022 - Current
- Championed and involved in all key South Australian Local Health Network and Statewide Integration Projects, including Clinical Prioritisation Criteria, eReferrals, eDischarge Summaries, GP Education, Hospital Avoidance Pathways and GP Workforce Placement & Prioritisation.
- Trained Adelaide PHN personnel on liaison activities, including mentoring, to improve skills.
- Monitored and reported on progress of liaison initiatives, providing feedback to stakeholders.
- Responded to inquiries from internal personnel and outside clients immediately, facilitating quick resolution of issues.
- Facilitated meetings and conferences between various parties, enabling better collaboration and efficient decision-making.
- Coordinated events and meetings with internal and external stakeholders to better understand needs and address concerns.
- Helped create communication plans and strategies for stakeholders, delivering materials and documentation when needed.
- Liaised between internal departments and external partners to promote efficient communication and collaboration.
General Practitioner
Harbour Medical Services
06.2014 - Current
- Perform high-level General Practice care in a team environment.
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses
- Instructed and advised patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis and management of medical conditions
Army Officer (Medical)
Australian Army
01.2006 - 12.2017
- Command of Australian Hospital facility, Multi-National Base Tarin Kot, Afghanistan - Senior Clinician (General Practice & Trauma Lead) and Officer Commanding.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.
- Protected and guided personnel under command, maintaining safety, well-being, and mission readiness.
- Led team of 40 personnel in conflict zone under battle conditions.
- Coordinated with personnel to develop strategic plans for unit actions.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Deployments: Afghanistan and Border Protection
Education
MBA - Healthcare Management
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA12.2026
Master of Health Administration -
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA12.2024
Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery -
Australian National University
Canberra, ACT12.2008
Skills
- Leadership and People Development
- High-Pressure Environments
- Risk Management Strategies
- Creative Thinking
- Mission Execution
- Staff Management
Certification
- Fellow - Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP)
- General and Specialist Registration - Medical Board of Australia
- Foundations of Directorship - Australian Institute of Company Directors
- Student Member - Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM)
Interests
- Coffee - Barista qualified
- Skiing
- Scuba diving
- Fitness
Referees
Sarah Murray - Deputy CEO/Executive Manager Strategy, Planning & Performance
Adelaide Primary Health Network, Mile End
SMurray@adelaidephn.com.au
Dr Harry Macris - Principal General Practitioner
Harbour Medical Services - North Haven
hmacris@harbourmedical.com.au
Timeline
General Practice Liaison
Adelaide Primary Health Network
07.2022 - Current
General Practitioner
Harbour Medical Services
06.2014 - Current
Army Officer (Medical)
Australian Army
01.2006 - 12.2017
MBA - Healthcare Management
Flinders University
Master of Health Administration -
Flinders University
Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery -
Australian National University
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