This is for a
Permanent or Fixed Term Full-time appointment at 76 hours per
fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or
permanency.
An
opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Director of
Nursing – Health Service Manager to join the team at Meekatharra –
Midwest.
Living in Meekatharra,
Western Australia, means embracing life in a remote outback town
with a strong sense of community and rich history. Located in the
Murchison region, Meekatharra is a hub for mining and pastoral
industries, offering affordable housing and essential services like
schools, a hospital, and recreational facilities. The town has
around 800 residents, many of whom are involved in mining or
agriculture. Its rugged landscape and clear night skies attract
tourists and nature lovers. Despite its isolation, Meekatharra is
growing, with new infrastructure and a vibrant local spirit. It’s
ideal for those seeking a peaceful, authentic outback
lifestyle.
To be successful,
you will have...
- Advanced
clinical skills and previous experience in working within aged
and acute care, including an emergency department
environment.
- Ability
as a leader/coordinator in diverse team
environments.
- Highly
developed communication skills and proven ability to build and
maintain relationships.
- Commitment to providing
best practice aged care.
- Commitment to delivering
clinical services to the community and achieving high quality
outcomes.
- Experience in management
of financial, human, and physical resources and the achievement
of agreed strategic outcomes.
- Sound
knowledge of relevant legislation and health regulating Acts,
experience and understanding of legislative
obligations.
Position
Profile:
Responsible for
the effective management, development, and leadership of the health
service to ensure best practice delivery of hospital, aged
residential and community-based services. Responsible for
developing cooperative relationships with local communities and
organisations.
What we
offer
In addition to
the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of
benefits:
-
Location
based allowances (if applicable)
including:
- Additional
Northwest paid leave
- District
Allowance - regional specific
- Annual travel
subsidy (ALTC)
- Air-conditioning
subsidy allowance.
- Paid
study Leave assistance – regional specific as per
EBA.
-
Generous
salary packaging benefits:
- Up to $9010 on a
range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other
everyday living expenses
- Up to $2650 on
meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue
hire
- Access to
novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and
expenses.
- Plus,
Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
- Professional Development
opportunities
- Continuous learning
opportunities
- 12%
Superannuation Guarantee
- WACHS
supports flexible working practices and consideration will be
given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally
appropriate.
- As a WA
Country Health Service employee, you’re entitled to discounts
across some private health care funds. Please see attached
flyer for further details.
Area
Profile
The WA Country
Health Service (WACHS) Midwest health region of Western Australia
covers more than 470,000 square kilometres, nearly one fifth of the
State, with its population concentrated along the coast. The region
is located in the northern middle section of Western Australia and
incorporates three health districts - Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest
and Murchison, is recognised for its unique natural environment and
is a culturally diverse region with Aboriginal people representing
13% of the overall population.
Want to know more
about this role? We encourage you to contact Linda
Sinclair on 9981 0210.
Eligibility to
Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must
have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an
Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and
work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent
appointments).
How to
Apply: Applicants are requested to apply online http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/
Please provide
the following information as part of your application:
- A
detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this
role.
- A cover
letter outlining their suitability for this
position.
- A 2–3
page maximum document addressing the selection criteria listed
on the Job Description Form (JDF)
- The
names and contact details of two (2) professional referees -
preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or
manager.
Selection Criteria: Please
see the attached Job Description Form.
If you experience
difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee
Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business
hours.
Other
Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust
and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to
undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part
of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment
on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical
behaviour.
Please note this recruitment
process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health
Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country
Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to
ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the
position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of
employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS
PEHA Policy for further information.
This vacancy is subject to a
Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further
information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Whilst this selection
process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may
also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the
health service. In addition to this, should the successful
applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next
most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process.
Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12)
months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment
decision.
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL
APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
We are committed to
fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee
feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings
unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s
needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to
join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to
achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal
Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living
with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people,
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds,
women and youth (24 years of age and under).
WA Health is committed to
eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our
service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications
from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from
culturally diverse backgrounds and people with
disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible
working practices within the context of a quality health service.
WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all
buildings, grounds and vehicles.
