Do
you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the
health of its people and community?
We are seeking suitable
applications for a highly capable and values-driven health
professional to join our Cancer Network WA’s WA
Psycho-Oncology Service (WAPOS) team at North Metropolitan Health
Service (NMHS).
This is for a Permanent
Part-Time appointment at 30.4 hours (0.4 FTE) per
fortnight.
What
is our Duty Officer role?
The Duty Officer is
responsible for triaging enquiries and referrals to the WA
Psycho-Oncology Service - assessing the nature and appropriateness
of referrals and implementing preliminary management plans;
develops referral networks and promotes effective liaison with
referrers; contributes to the provision of psycho-oncology
education, consultancy and research services as an agent of
change.
While your qualifications
and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude
speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours
reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and
Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed
on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position
while upholding our values.
What
we offer
NMHS supports flexible
working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work
options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great
salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (North
Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits)
including:
- Generous
salary packaging to increase take-home pay
- Professional and career
development opportunities
- Diverse
and inclusive culture
Want
to know more about this role?
We encourage you to
contact Claire Finley on 08 6457 1177 or email Claire.Finley@health.wa.gov.au
to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career
interests.
Area
Profile
North Metropolitan Health
Service (NMHS) provides timely access to high
quality health care, embracing acknowledged best practice to
deliver improved clinical outcomes in the face of rising challenges
for all healthcare providers. The NMHS comprises a mix of tertiary,
specialist and generalist hospitals. Our north metropolitan
catchment area covers almost 1000 square kilometres. Our population
represents about 28 per cent of Western Australia’s total, and is
projected to grow to more than 0.9 million by 2031. For
further information about NMHS visit: http://www.nmahs.health.wa.gov.au/.
We
think you’ll like it here
Our employees like working
here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out
what they have to say.
Ready
to join our team?
Applicants are required to
apply online www.jobs.wa.gov.au so allow enough
time to complete the online application process and attach your
documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact
Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during
business hours.
The JDF is attached for
reference. Your application should
include:
- A statement addressing
the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages (as outlined
in the attached JDF).
- A Detailed
Resume which sets out your qualifications,
capabilities and experience relevant to this
position.
- References
- The names and contact details of two (2)
referees. It is preferable for one of your
referees to have been a recent supervisor.
Applicants must ensure their
nominated referees are available to provide references when
requested, as failure to do so may result in them being deemed
unsuitable.
Eligibility to
Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent
residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be
considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be
eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary
evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the
period of the contract.
WA Health engages staff in
positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require
applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity
checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking
a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be
required to undertake a working with children check (if required
for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask
referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of
ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not
necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part
of the appointment process.
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.
NMHS fosters an environment
of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences
a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our
community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective
of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our
values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to
apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing
the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and
Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section
51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this
position.
NMHS upholds the social
model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and
endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and
flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to
participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS
Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at email nmhs.talent@health.wa.gov.au.
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date
will not be accepted.
We
look forward to receiving your application.
