The closing date to submit applications has been extended to 23 August 2022.
Sponsored opportunities with a view to permanent residency and or permanent appointment for eligible applicants is currently available to Perth Western Australia.
VCID No. 763611
Position Profile and Role: A Permanent Vacancy is currently available.
This much sought after and highly specialised role is the one you’ve been waiting for. Working as part of a great surgical and cardiology team in Perth’s only dedicated Paediatric Hospital you will be part of something truly special making a difference to the health and wellbeing of children and families in Western Australia. The Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH) is a purpose-built new facility and home to leading world class teaching and research activities. PCH has the latest and greatest technology including 12 multiuse operating theatre, two of which are interventional and contain an intraoperative MRI.
The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is seeking a trained and experienced Clinical Perfusionist to undertake clinical perfusion during surgery as well as an Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Service. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team and reporting to the Senior clinical Perfusionist, you will work along side Perth’s leading cardiothoracic specialists.
To be successful for this role you will require:
- Master of Science (Cardiovascular Perfusion) or Diploma of Perfusion accredited by Australasian Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or an equivalent qualification accredited by the UK, US or Canadian Boards of Perfusion and prior to commencing demonstrate evidence of accreditation by Australasian Board or Cardiovascular Perfusion or by the UK, US or Canadian Boards of Perfusion.
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The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State’s only dedicated health service for infants, children and young people. Consisting of over 6500 employees CAHS offers a number of employment benefits including:
- Attractive superannuation including 10.5% employee contributed superannuation.
- Salary packaging including car leasing, superannuation, laptop computers, general living, mortgage and a number of other options
- Flexible leave arrangements and benefits
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/Assistance Values based work culture
- Staff wellbeing focus
For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS and our services please click here.
Boorloo (the Noongar name for ‘Perth WA’) is truly one of the most beautiful and sunniest cities in the World. Home to approximately 2 million people and nestled between the Indian Ocean and the Swan Valley, Perth boasts a lifestyle like no other. Centred around Elizabeth Quay, a new waterfront precinct on the banks of the Swan River, Perth residents enjoy a Mediterranean climate and relaxed lifestyle in a beautiful, clean and spacious city.
Those of us already living in Perth know that there is something for everyone and a lifestyle centred around beautiful beaches, great boating, easy access to national parks and wineries, affordable living, great schooling, and easy transport. Perth has something for everyone.
For more information about Perth visit: The lifestyle city | City of Perth
Role Description: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
To discuss role and further job related information: Please contact Rae Kelly on 08 6456 4961 or rae.kelly@health.wa.gov.au.
Equality and Eligibility: CAHS is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination and promoting an inclusive and values-based workplace culture. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from culturally and linguistically diverse people, people who are alternatively abled or possessing disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
All WA health system employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including the booster vaccination when they are eligible) in order to access health care facilities, pursuant to the Health Worker (Restrictions on Access) Directions (HWD) (or its replacement), COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination and Vaccination Program Policy, and the Booster Vaccination (Restriction on Access) Directions (no 2) (or its replacement) (BVD), unless the employee is exempt pursuant to the HWD and/or BVD.
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.
This position 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.
Application Instructions:
Applicants are requested to apply online via the link above (www.jobs.wa.gov.au) in MS word (.docx files only) or PDF Format. Please note, applicants must have a current and valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants.
Your application should ideally contain the following:
- a summary of your overall suitability for the position in the form of a covering letter of no more than three pages that demonstrates that you possess the skills and experience as outlined in the essential selection criteria in the Job Description Form.
- a current resume summarising your experience and how you meet the position requirements, including two current referees.
These documents should be complete and ready to upload online. Please allow enough time to complete the online application and the required questions prior to the closing time. Applicants will be assessed on their ability to meet the work-related requirements of the position and contribute positively to the CAHS values.
For confidential enquiries or assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability please contact Sharn Tutt, A/Manager Strategic Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Team via email: sharn.tutt@health.wa.gov.au.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.