This is for a
Permanent or Fixed Term Full-Time appointment, with the possibility
of extension(s) and/or permanency.
An opportunity
exists for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the
Public Health Unit servicing the population of
Carnarvon.
Carnarvon, WA, is a coastal
town 900 km north of Perth, nestled between the Indian Ocean and
Gascoyne River. Known as the food bowl of Western Australia, it
produces tropical fruits like bananas and mangoes. With a semi-arid
climate, it offers warm winters and hot summers. Attractions
include the Carnarvon Space and Technology Museum, Quobba Station’s
blowholes, and Kennedy Range National Park. Its Coral Coast
location makes it a gateway to Ningaloo Reef. Outdoor enthusiasts
enjoy world-class surfing at Red Bluff and Tombstones, plus
excellent fishing, kite surfing, and spearfishing in this
laid-back, adventure-rich destination.
In this role, the
successful applicant will:
- Work
closely with the public health team, hospital clinicians,
relevant key stakeholders, primary health care providers and
external agencies in the case management, documentation and
follow-up of clients with notifiable diseases.
- Participate in vaccine
preventable and other disease control programs including
planning, surveillance, contact tracing, appropriate and timely
follow-up of disease notifications and Western Australian
Notifiable Infectious Disease Database (WANIDD)
maintenance.
- Participate in
epidemiological surveys and other duties as
required.
- Act as a
role model in the provision of care to patients.
- Assists
in the facilitation of professional development for community
and service providers in the region.
Position
Profile:
In collaboration with the
Public Health workforce supports the provision of public health
disease control programs in the region. Ensures timely case
follow-up, contact tracing and outbreak investigation including
liaising with relevant health agencies and key
stakeholders.
Want to know more
about this role?
We encourage you to
contact Mary-Kate Walsh on 0447 331 467.
Selection
Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description
Form.
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).
What we
offer
In addition to the great
salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
- Location
based allowances including:
- Additional North
West paid leave
- District Allowance -
regional specific
- 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.
- Flexible
working and leave arrangements.
- Professional Development
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.
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 your 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.
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
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.
