Physiotherapist

Grade 1/2
Casual position 

This position has been created to help manage the anticipated increase in load on the acute wards associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. We are anticipating an increased demand for Physiotherapeutic inventions, we expect that this will last for a period of a few months, during which time we are seeking assistance from casual Physiotherapy staff. The primary purpose of this position is to assess and treat clients on the acute wards with respiratory complications. This position is likely to involve assessing and treating a range of other presentations typically seen on acute wards, that may or may not have COVID-19 as a comorbidity. This position is expected to require some availability to cover weekend shifts.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Manage a clinical load on the acute wards, with a focus on respiratory interventions
• Work in a supported multidisciplinary team

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability.

WHCG encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working with Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Security / Orderly Officer

Occupational Health and Safety

Casual positions available

Wimmera Health Care Group is expanding their security team and casual positions are available immediately. The Security/Orderly Officer will assist in the provision of a high standard of patient care through the efficient and effective provision of security and orderly services.

The security aspect of the role necessitates dealing with clients, family members and visitors who may be violent, aggressive, agitated, and/or suffering a mental health illness, in such a manner as to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone involved in accordance with the Service’s policies and procedures. There are also a number of cleaning and orderly duties which form part of this role. Suitable applicants will be willing and able to work on rotating day, afternoon and night shifts.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Successful completion of the Certificate II in Security Operations.
• Ability to work as a team member in a multidisciplinary environment
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner and prioritise workload
• Adopts a customer service approach in dealing with staff, patients and visitors
• Courteous and professional manner
• Demonstrated skills in communicating effectively with people
• Strong personal work ethic, initiative and service orientation
• Suitable endorsements from referees

• Willingness to work under the direction of Nursing staff and Management

Desirable:

• Experience in a hospital environment

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability.

WHCG encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working with Children check prior to commencement of employment.

SAINTS - Student Assistant In Nursing Temporary Support

Nursing Administration

RUSON (YP12-14)
Fixed Term - Part Time

We are seeking nursing students who have completed the first year of Bachelor of Nursing to join our professional team to provide a diverse range of patient, resident and client support services in accordance with the Student Nurse ‘Scope of Practice’. These temporary part time positions are available for an immediate start and include working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster including participation in an on-call roster.

The Student Nurse can provide delegated elements of clinical nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Functions of the role may also include cleaning and housekeeping, food and beverage duties, transport and couriering, ward support and patient / resident / client support as identified by the delegated supervising Registered Nurse.

Key Selection Criteria include:

• Undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing Student – second or third year
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate a commitment to customer service and patient centred care.
• Well developed knowledgebase in the principals of Aseptic Non-Touch Technique (ANTT) and Infection Control Precautions
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to prioritise workload to ensure all tasks are completed in the required time frame

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability.

WHCG encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working with Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Support Worker

Casual positions 

We are seeking support workers to provide a diverse range of patient and resident care related activities under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or team leader. These casual positions are available immediately and can include working Monday to Sunday / 7 day, 24 hour roster.

Functions of the role aid to facilitate person centred care and may include cleaning and housekeeping, food and beverage duties, transport and couriering, ward support and patient support as listed in the award guidelines. Support Workers will interact with patients, relatives and team members participating in activities on a one to one basis according to care needs as required.

Key Selection Criteria include:

• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to customer service and person centred care
• Knowledge of food hygiene and cleanliness standards
• Work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to prioritise workload to ensure all tasks are completed in the required time frame
• Ability to work under limited supervision
• Current police check and working with children check 

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability.

WHCG encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working with Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Nurse Unit Manager

Operating Suite / CSSD / DPU

Nurse Unit Manager 3 (NM11)
Permanent - Full Time
(80 hrs per fortnight) with ADO

We are seeking a suitably qualified Registered Nurse to join our professional team to provide operational leadership and management of the Operating Suite services. This permanent full time position is available for immediate start for the right person dependant on skills, qualifications and includes working Monday to Friday. This is an opportunity to provide leadership within the peri-operative environment which includes the operating theatres, Post Anaesthetic Care Unit, CSSD, Day Procedure Unit and Pre Admission Clinic. This position involves responsibilities for planning and development of processes to manage the peri-operative service, including unit budget, business planning, activity targets, team rostering and professional development.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• Post graduate qualifications in perioperative nursing.
• Minimum of five years post-graduate experience in one or more of the clinical areas of responsibility including senior nursing leadership experience.
• Demonstrated management experience in a health care setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary nursing theory to practice in relation to perioperative nursing.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of quality systems including National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards and ACORN Standards for perioperative Nursing.
• Ability to implement management principles and cost effective resource management.
• Demonstrated capacity to provide leadership within a team.
• Evidence of commitment to innovation and continuous improvement and the delivery of a high standard of patient centred care.
• Well-developed negotiation, performance management, mediation and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of contemporary professional nursing issues.
• Proficient in the use of information technology.

 Desirable:

• Tertiary qualifications in health/business management or working towards

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable, and supportive sub-regional health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability.

WHCG encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working with Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse / Casual Bank

Nursing Administration

EN Level 2.1 - 2.7 (IB66 - IB72)
Casual 

We are seeking endorsed enrolled nurses to fill casual positions that include working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster. This role provides an excellent opportunity for dynamic and motivated endorsed enrolled nurses to practice across a range of positions available in both general ward areas, specialty units, sub-acute/rehabilitation, aged care & community services.

Applicants will need to demonstrate recent clinical experience, excellent communication and problem solving skills and a commitment to customer service. If you have proven ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and passionate about ensuring patients rights and choices are respected then this position is for you.

Key Selection Criteria include:

• Deliver patient focused and individualised nursing care within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Promote evidence based nursing practice and demonstrate competence within the designated role.
• Promote quality culture and risk management practices.
• Demonstrate current AHPRA Enrolled Nurse registration

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability.

WHCG encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working with Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Registered Nurse or Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Nurse Pool

Grade 2 (YP3 - YP11) or EN Level 2.1 - 2.7 (IB66 - IB72)

Salary Range $65,275 to $87,282 pa
Permanent Full or Part Time

We are currently seeking Registered Nurses to fill permanent positions within our Nurse Pool.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for dynamic and forward thinking Registered Nurses to practice across a range of positions available in both general ward areas, specialty units, subacute/rehabilitation, aged care & community services.

If you have proven ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and passionate about ensuring patients rights and choices are respected then this position is for you.

Applicants for these permanent positions will need to demonstrate recent clinical experience, excellent communication and problem solving skills and a commitment to customer service.

This permanent full or part time position includes working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster.

Key Selection Criteria include:

• Deliver patient focused and individualised nursing care within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Promote evidence based nursing practice and demonstrate competence within the designated role.
• Promote quality culture and risk management practices.
• Demonstrate current APHRA registration as a Registered Nurse

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability.

WHCG encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working with Children check prior to commencement of employment.

ED Medical Officer

Classification HM16-20

Fixed Term -  Full Time

(76 hrs per fortnight)

This position is for a Medical Officer who is interested attaining valuable diverse experience in emergency medicine in a large rural hospital environment. This position would be particularly suited to a rural GP or GP trainee.

Supervision in the ED is provided by FACEMs and Senior Medical officers. Role responsibilities include initial assessment and management of patients attending the Emergency Department. The ED has an average of 15,500 attendance per annum in a 9 bed unit, including two resuscitation beds. The Hospital has an average of 12,000 admissions and 4,600 operations annually. It has a modern theatre complex, including a day procedure unit, a five-bed intensive care unit, and high-quality emergency department and ward facilities.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:
 - MBBS or equivalent degree
 - Limited or Full general registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) - Minimum of level 3 supervision.
 - A minimum of six years postgraduate experience of which a minimum of two years should be in an Emergency Department.
 - Experience in the supervision of junior medical staff (first year interns)
Desirable:
 - Experience in rural Australian Emergency Department
 - Working toward or attained Advanced Adult and Paediatric Life Support or equivalent

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability.

WHCG encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working with Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Nurse Pool

EN Level 2.1 - 2.7 (IB66 - IB72)
Permanent - Full or Part Time

We are currently seeking Endorsed Enrolled Nurse to fill permanent positions within our Nurse Pool. These permanent full or part time positions includes working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for dynamic and motivated Endorsed Enrolled Nurse to practice across a range of positions available in both general ward areas, specialty units, Sub-Acute/Rehabilitation, Aged Care & Community Services.

Applicants for these permanent positions will need to demonstrate recent clinical experience, excellent communication and problem solving skills and a commitment to customer service. If you have proven ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and passionate about ensuring patients rights and choices are respected then this position is for you.

Key Selection Criteria include:

• Deliver patient focused and individualised nursing care within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Promote evidence based nursing practice and demonstrate competence within the designated role.
• Promote quality culture and risk management practices.
• Demonstrate current AHPRA Enrolled Nurse registration

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging
• Professional development and education programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive orientation program
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability.

WHCG encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working with Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Registered Nurse

Oxley - Acute

RN Grade 2 (YP3 - YP11)

Salary Range $65,275 - $87,282 pa (Pro rata)
Permanent - Full / Part Time
(80 hrs per fortnight) with ADO

Mulitple positions available

Applications are invited from Registered Nurses, passionate about person-centred care, to join our professional team. Positions are available for an immediate start and include working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster.

The primary purpose of this position is to undertake clinical patient care related activities in accordance with educational preparation and level of competence to achieve and maintain the standard of patient care in line with the policies and objectives of Wimmera Health Care Group.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and superior customer service
• Proficiency in the use of information technology

Desirable:

• Clinical Skills relevant to area
• Post Graduate/Certificate qualifications

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability.

WHCG encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working with Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Associate Nurse Unit Manager – Dual Registered Midwife

Yandilla

RN Grade 3 (YW11 – YW12)
Permanent - Full/Part Time
(up to 80 hrs per fortnight)

Sponsorship may be available for preferred applicant (if applicable)

Applications are invited from qualified dual registered midwives to work closely with the Nurse Unit Manager and other health care professionals as part of our dedicated, friendly team. We are looking for an enthusiastic health care professional with a passion for providing a high standard of patient centred care, leadership & support in our ward that covers not only midwifery and paediatrics but also light surgical, women's health and general medicine. This permanent position includes working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster including participation in an on-call roster.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Registered Nurse/ Midwife with current AHPRA registrations
• Excellent Communication and problem solving skills
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and superior customer service

• Proficiency in the use of information technology

   

  Desirable:

• Clinical Skills relevant to acute area.
• Post Graduate/Certificate qualifications

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability and encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working With Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Registered Nurse

Residential Services

RN Grade 2 (YP3 - YP11)
Casual

The primary purpose of this position is to perform a diversity of resident clinical care related activities in accordance with educational preparation and level of competence to achieve and maintain the standard of resident care in line with the policies and objectives of Residential Services.

The RN will be expected to work a 7 day 24 hour rotating roster including day, afternoon and night shifts, across the Horsham and Dimboola Campus’s.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Organisational experience congruent with experience
• Excellent Communication and problem solving skills
• Commitment to quality improvement and superior customer service
• Proficiency in the use of information technology

Desirable:

• Clinical Skills relevant to area
• Aged care nursing experience

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability and encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working With Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Health Care Worker        

Residential Services

Health Care Worker Grade 2 or 3
Casual  

Multiple Positions available

This position is responsible for the delivery of the day-to-day care and services to the residents of the WHCG Residential Care facilities. This position functions under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Position is employed to work as a casual team member across all three campuses of Residential Services being Wimmera Nursing Home, Kurrajong Lodge and Dimboola Campus.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Ability to prioritise and work effectively without direct supervision
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to provide person centred care

• Assist clients with medication component preferable

   

  Desirable:

• Previous experience in residential care services
• Current food handling certificate
• Current Level 1 First Aid certificate

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability and encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working With Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Critical Care Registered Nurses

Intensive Care Unit

RN Grade 2  (YP3-YP11)

Base Salary Range $33.03 - $44.17 per hour

Permanent / Fixed Term / Casual -  Full / Part Time positions available

We are seeking Critical Care experienced Registered Nurses to join our professional team. These positions are now available and include working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster.

The primary purpose of this position is to undertake clinical patient care related activities in accordance with educational preparation and level of competence to achieve and maintain the standard of patient care in line with the policies and objectives of Wimmera Health Care group.

Overview: Wimmera Health Care Group is a leading rural health service providing acute, subacute, primary and residential care in the Grampians region of Victoria.

Located 300kms northwest of Melbourne, WHCG is the sub regional, acute referral hospital for the Wimmera region and provides a wide range of specialist services. 

Acute services are situated at Horsham (incorporating Operating Suites, Emergency Department, Intensive/Critical Care Unit, Day Oncology, Obstetrics, Level 2 Nursery, Paediatric and Adult Medical and Surgical Services) with some acute beds located at Dimboola.

The ICU is a 5 bed unit providing coronary and intensive care facilities to treat a range of cardiac, respiratory and other conditions and is incorporated within the 29 bed Acute Medical/Surgical Unit (Oxley Ward) ( Total =34 beds)

Key  Selection Criteria include:

Essential: 

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Post Graduate/Certificate qualifications in critical care.
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and superior customer service
• Proficiency in the use of information technology
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and superior customer service
• Proficiency in the use of information technology
• Current police check
• Working with Children Check
• Recent critical care experience

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability and encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working With Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Residential Services

EN Level 2.1 - 2.7 (IB66 - IB72)
Casual

We are seeking Endorsed Enrolled Nurse to join our professional team to perform a diverse range of resident care related activities under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with educational preparation. This casual position is available, includes working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster including participation in an on-call roster. This is an opportunity to work within Residential Services and to work across Wimmera Nursing Home, Kurrajong Lodge and Dimboola Campuses.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Medication Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated organisational, computer and time management skills
• Commitment to customer service and resident centred care

• Demonstrated ability to conduct nursing practice in a manner that respects the rights of residents

   

Desirable:

• Minimum of 2 years post-basic experience in residential care

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability and encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working With Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Patient Services Assistant - Dimboola campus

Residential Services

Hospital Attendant (KG4)

Casual

We are seeking a Patient Services Assistant to join our care team at the Dimboola Campus to assist with the provision of food services duties for our residents and general cleaning services. Dimboola is a satellite campus of Wimera Health Care Group that is located 30 minutes from Horsham. This casual position involves working shifts from the 7 day rotating roster, including evening shifts.

Key  Selection Criteria include:

• Experience in a similar role
• Ability to manage and organise own time in order to meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills
• Strong Knowledge of food hygiene and cleanliness standards for a food Services environment (Knowledge of HACCP)
• Demonstrate experience in cleaning procedures and the use of cleaning products with in a kitchen environment
• An appreciation of the importance of nutrition to residential care
• A demonstrated understanding of food and beverage operations
• A willingness and ability to work positively within a team environment
• Current certificate in Safe Food handling level 1
• Current Certificate in Basic Hygiene

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability and encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working With Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Registered Nurse

Emergency Department

RN Grade 2 (YP3 - YP11)

Casual positions available

We are seeking a dynamic Registered Nurse to join our Emergency Department. This casual position and includes working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster including participation.

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing and co-ordinating all aspects of quality patient care within the Emergency Department. The Registered Nurse must be able to demonstrate safe clinical skills and time management skills whilst working collaboratively as an active team member within a framework of continuous quality improvement, and economic resource utilisation.

This position involves insert key responsibilities reflected in Position Description.

Key Selection Criteria: 

Essential:

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Clinical Skills and experience relevant to emergency nursing
• Sound clinical decision making and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement, customer service and patient centred care
• Proficiency in the use of information technology
• Able to work effectively both in a team and autonomously 

Desirable:

• Post Graduate/Certificate qualifications
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support or willingness to obtain the qualification
• Experience with Ability to work in Triage

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability and encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working With Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Dual Registered Midwife/Nurse

Yandilla

RN Grade 2 (YP4 - YP11)

Salary Range $62,171 to $78,972 pa

Full Time or Part Time Permanent position available

Sponsorship maybe available for preferred applicant (if applicable)

We are seeking Dual Registered Midwives to join our professional team to provide antenatal, birth suite, postnatal, special care nursery, general surgical, medical and paediatric care. The positions include working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster including participation in an on-call roster. This is an exciting opportunity to work within our midwifery domiciliary service and proposed antenatal program.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

•  Current Midwifery registration with AHPRA
•  Current Registered Nurse registration with AHPRA
•  Ability to demonstrate proficiency in midwifery and care of the newborn.
•  Holds a contemporary professional practice portfolio containing evidence of learning and experience that underpin demonstrable knowledge and skills
•  Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team, can demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills
•  Commitment to Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative and demonstrated commitment to woman centred maternity care.
•  Demonstrated understanding of continuous Quality Improvement

Desirable:

•  Post graduate nursing qualifications paediatrics, neonatal nursery
•  Drivers Licence
•  Proficient in the use of information technology

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability and encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment checks: Al; applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check and Victorian Employee Working With Children check prior to commencement of employment.

Junior Food Services Assistant

Food Services Department

12 month Fixed Term Part Time

(6 hours minimum per fortnight)

This exciting opportunity is aimed at school students aged between 15 and 18 to provide employment experience in a health care environment.  This primary purpose of this role is to assist with completing general food services duties that contribute to providing a complete meal and catering service to all patients, residents and clients of WHCG in a friendly and pleasant manner. This position also includes preparation and delivery of meal trays and general cleaning duties.  The positions become available on a regular basis as each current contract expires, the applicants will be contacted based on both submission date and days they are available to work - please indicate this in the cover letter.

Key  Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Effective communication skills
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene and cleanliness standards for a Food Services environment
• Basic understanding of food and beverage operations
• Pleasant and courteous manner
• Good interpersonal skills: can quickly establish a natural rapport with a range of people.
• Ability to manage and organise own time in order to meet deadlines.
• A willingness and ability to work positively within a team environment

Desirable:

• Food handling certificate
• Experience in a similar role
• Experience in cleaning procedures and the use of cleaning products within a kitchen environment

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit.

Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Wimmera Health Care Group is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability and encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse background. We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment check: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check prior to commencement of employment.

Administration Assistant - Casual

HS1A

A position is currently available for a suitably qualified Administration Assistant to work at the Wimmera Health Care Group. The successful applicant will be available to work at short notice, cover holiday leave in week blocks and be willing to learn in all clerical roles in all departments.

The primary purpose of this position is to cover all leave in the administration areas of WHCG by performing administrative duties to facilitate the smooth running of office operations. This includes proven experience of office software programs, taking minutes, typing agendas and assisting in all clerical roles. This position, amongst others, is responsible for promoting Wimmera Health Care Group as a quality regional health service provider which requires excellent customer relations skills with patients, visitors, and other hospital staff.

Essential:

• Ability/initiative to work unsupervised and to prioritise tasks.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to touch type.
• Proven experience with agenda and minute taking
• Experience in office software programs, including Outlook
• Time Management
• Pleasant and courteous manner.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Polite telephone manner.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Satisfactory Police Check and Working With Children Check.

Desirable:

• Experience with accounting systems and processes.
• Qualifications in Business Administration.
• Completion of an approved medical terminology training course.
• Experience working with switchboards.
• Experience with cash handling, EFTPOS.

For more information about the position see the below position's contact details below.

Applications must be submitted via e-recruit by the closing date.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability and encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Registered Nurses & Dual Registered Midwives - Casual

Grade 2 Yr 1 - Yr 10 (YP3-YP11)

We are seeking experienced and skilled Registered Nurses and Dual Registered Midwives interested in Casual employment.

We have opportunities for experienced general registered nurses and dual registered midwives looking to work as part of the nursing team in Wimmera Health Care Group on a Casual basis.

These Casual positions are available now and include working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster.

 Key  Selection Criteria include:

• current acute medical/surgical /subacute/rehabilitation/aged care/midwifery experience
• excellent communication and problem solving skills
• commitment to quality improvement and person centred care
• basic computer skills 
• Minimum of 2years post gradute nursing experience
• Organisational skills congruent with experience
• Commitment to quality improvement and superior customer service skills
• Proficiency in the use of patient related software program

This is an ideal opportunity for Registered Nurses and Dual Registered Midwives to expand their clinical nursing skills and be part of a supportive and flexible team.

 Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the Closing Date.

Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Wimmera Health Care Group (WHCG) is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability and encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

Pre-employment check: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check prior to commencement of employment.