Administration Assistant

Residential Services

Admin Grade 1 (HS1)
Permanent Part Time
(24 hrs per fortnight) 

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our dedicated team at WHCG to provide administration support to our three residential facilities. This permanent part time position is available for an immediate start and includes working 3 shifts over the fortnight, excluding weekends. The successful applicant will undertake a variety of administration duties including surgical bookings, reception, telephone inquiries, records management, data collection and entry and related secretarial support.  

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to relate appropriately to a broad range of people including consumers, carers, medical staff and other service providers
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer literacy skills including Microsoft Word and Excel and willingness to be trained in the specific programs required
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records
• Strong problem solving skills
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Current Police Check
• Current Working with Children Check

Desirable:

• Certificate III Business Administration
• Previous employment in medical related field
• Previous medical terminology training

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.

Ward Clerk

Emergency Department/COVID Management 

Admin Grade 1 (HS1)
Casual

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our professional Emergency Department team as a Ward Clerk. This role involves providing administration and clerical support, including, but not limited to, reception, telephone and patient/ relative enquiries, records management, data collection and entry and related secretarial support. This casual Ward Clerk position is to cover planned and unplanned leave and includes working a rotating 24 hour Monday to Sunday roster and must be available to work night shifts as requested.

Key Selection Criteria include

Essential:

• A strong focus on customer service skills including a pleasant welcoming manner and the ability to relate appropriately to a broad range of people including consumers, carers, medical staff and other service providers
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills including Microsoft Word and Excel and willingness to be trained in the specific programs required
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records
• Proven time management and work process skills

Desirable:

• Certificate III in Business Administration
• Recent Clerical experience in a similar role
• Previous medical terminology training

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.

Food Services Assistant

Food Services 

HA1 - HA18
Permanent Part Time
(16 hrs per fortnight) 

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our dedicated Food Services team. This permanent part time position is available immediately and includes working as per a roster, and picking up any other additional shifts that may become available. The successful applicant will provide general food services duties, including providing a complete meal and catering service to all patients and clients of WHCG. 

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• 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)
• Demonstrated experience in cleaning procedures and the use of cleaning products within a kitchen environment
• A demonstrated understanding of food and beverage operations
• An appreciation of the importance of nutrition to patient and residential care
• A willingness and ability to work positively within a team environment

Desirable:

• Food handling 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.

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.

Director of Emergency

Emergency Department

Full Time

(80 hours per fortnight)

We are seeking a Fellow of the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine (FACEM) to join our professional team to provide leadership in the role of Director of Emergency. The Director of Emergency is a leadership role in the Emergency department that is full time and is available for the right candidate for an immediate start.

The Health Service

Wimmera Health Care Group has an average of 12,500 admissions and 4,600 operations annually. It has a modern theatre complex, including a day procedure unit, a five-bed intensive care unit, and acute and subacute wards.

The Emergency Department

The Emergency Department has recently been redesigned and includes separate triage area, two bed resuscitation room and nine cubicles. The Emergency Department is averaging 16,000 presentation per year. An attractive salary package will be negotiable for the right candidate.

The Position

The Director role works closely with the Director of Medical Services, medical team members and the ED Nurse Unit Manager to ensure the provision of optimal emergency medical services. Day to day duties include supervision, assessment and mentorship of the Emergency Department medical team members. This position has input into quality improvements, policy, procedure, and incidents and is available to assist in the provision of advice and support to outlying referring small hospitals as required. In addition, the Directors role includes overseeing the EMET Trainer who is responsible for the delivery of emergency medicine tutorials.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Current registration as a Medical Practitioner with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

• Fellowship of the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine (FACEM)
• Demonstrated leadership ability with experience in education and clinical teaching
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Extensive clinical experience in Emergency Departments in the Australian Health Care System 

Desirable:

• Demonstrated ability to work affectively and harmoniously in a multi-disciplinary team. This includes the provision of supervision, support and leadership to Junior Medical Officers and Medical Students
• Demonstrated good organisational, time management and problem solving skills within a complex clinical environment

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Flexible rostering
• 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.

Transport Driver Reliever / Laundry Hand

Linen Service

Permanent Part Time
(72 hrs per fortnight) 

We are seeking a transport driver reliever / laundry hand to join our dedicated Linen Service team on a permanent basis. This part time position includes working within Monday to Friday with no nightshift and provides the opportunity to work additional hours when available. Public holiday penalties apply if required to work on a public holiday.

THE LINEN SERVICE

The Linen Service team operate an industrial laundry to supply linen products to both health care and hospitality clients across the Wimmera region. The Laundry onsite the Wimmera Health Care Group Horsham Campus processes an average of 18 tonne per week and provide an end-to-end service including collection, washing, sorting, finishing, packing and delivery of linen products to clients.  

THE POSITION

This position works within a friendly team environment to assist with the sorting and processing of linen and provides leave relief for the transport driver. The successful applicant must hold a current drivers licence so they can assist with driving the van to deliver linen to more local clients. If the successful applicant holds a medium rigid licence they can also relieve the truck driver, however this is not essential. Team members will receive training to be multi-skilled in different areas of the linen service. 

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Ability to work in a team environment
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability / initiative to work unsupervised and to prioritise tasks
• Competent in Manual Handling techniques and OH&S issues
• Attention to detail
• Current Drivers Licence

Desirable:

• Relative laundering experience within a laundry / linen service or other commerical field
• Current Medium Rigid Licence

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.

Health Promotion Officer

Community Health

Community Development Worker (Class 2A Y3- Y9)

Permanent Full Time 
(80 hrs per fortnight) with ADO

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our dedicated Community Health team as a Health Promotion Officer. This permanent full time position is available immediately and includes working Monday to Friday. This position involves planning, implementing and evaluating evidence based health promotion programs and initiatives to improve the health and wellbeing of the Horsham and Dimboola communities.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Tertiary qualification in health promotion, public health or other relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated understanding of integrated health promotion principles including health equity, placed-based approaches and the determinants of health.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience in developing, delivering and evaluating health promotion programs and initiatives
• Experience in establishing partnerships with relevant organisations and facilitating collaborative action
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) including the ability to adapt communication to suit varying audiences.
• Current Police Check, Working with Children Check and Victorian Drivers Licence

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in regional health

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.

Oral Health Therapist

Dental Clinic

Level 1-2

Permanent Full / Part Time
(up to 80 hrs per fortnight available) 

We are seeking an Oral Health Therapist to join our professional team to provide services within our Dental Clinic at WHCG. This permanent full or part time position is available immediately and includes working Monday to Friday. The primary purpose of this position is to provide dental care to eligible community members within scope of the Dental Practice Board of Victoria’s Practice of dentistry by Dental Therapists and WHCG clinical standards and policies. 

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Dental qualification eligible for registration as a Dental Therapist with the AHPRA - Dental Board of Australia
• Ionizing Radiation Apparatus Operating Licence in Victoria
• Demonstrated experience and skill in a wide range of dental assessment procedures, treatments and activities for children and adults
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and supervision to clinical support staff and work as a part of team
• A demonstrated commitment to Public Health Principles
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professional development
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form

Desirable:

• Membership of relevant Professional Association and participation in professional development programs
• Understanding of the Titanium dental software
• Experience in working with the entire age range 0-25 years 

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.

Grade 1 / Grade 2 Speech Pathologist

Speech Pathology 

Grade 1 (VP4- VP7) / Grade 2 (VW1- VW4) 
Fixed Term Full Time
(80 hrs per fortnight) with ADO

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated Grade 1 or Grade 2 Speech Pathologist with a commitment to quality, patient centred care and sound clinical skills, to join our team at WHCG. This full time role is available immediately for a 2 year contract, and includes working Monday to Friday as part of the Speech Pathology department. The WHCG Speech Pathology team consists of 8 Speech Pathologists who provides efficient, effective, evidenced based speech pathology services across our acute, subacute, community health, school readiness funding and speech pathology in schools programs.

The position involves working within a friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team with a mixed caseload and includes additional roles in community health and school readiness funding programs. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain diverse clinical skills and be responsible for the assessment, management and treatment of inpatients with communication and swallowing disorders as part of their acute rotation. Opportunities to work in line with the successful applicants clinical interests will be considered. The Speech Pathology department place a strong emphasis on professional development and provide formalised clinical supervision and access to a mentoring program. New graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please specify in your application which grade you're applying for. Refer to the relevant grade Position Description for key selection criteria.

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 Officer

Occupational Health and Safety 

Security Officer Grade 2 (GF23)
Permanent Part Time
(64 hrs per fortnight) 

We are seeking a permanent part time Security / Orderly Officer to provide efficient and effective security and orderly services to enable the provision of a high standard of patient care. This position is available immediately and includes working a rotating day, afternoon and night shifts. The successful applicant will deal with patients, family members and visitors who may be violent, aggressive, agitated and/or suffering an illness or injury that causes them to act in a manner that puts others at risk. This position may also include assisting with a number of cleaning and orderly duties. 

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.

Dimboola Campus Manager

Dimboola Campus

RN Grade 7 Don 101-200 beds (ZH3)
Fixed Term Full Time
(80 hrs per fortnight) with ADO

Annual / Long Service Leave Replacement

We are seeking a motivated and suitably qualified Registered Nurse to lead our dedicated Dimboola team at Wimmera Health Care Group as the Dimboola Campus Manager. This fixed term full time position is available immediately until May 2022 with possibility of extension and includes working Monday to Friday.  This role involves the organisation and overseeing of the team at Dimboola Campus to ensure person centered quality care is provided to our residents in our aged care facility and patients within the acute beds.

Accommodation and relocation costs can be negotiated for suitably qualified and experienced applicants.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia registration 
• Post Graduate qualification in management 
• Extensive knowledge of Aged Care and National Standards accreditation principles 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Demonstrated experience in a senior nursing management role 

Desirable:

• Post Graduate Gerontology 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.

Clinical Director of Peri-operative Services / General Surgeon 

Operating Theatre 

Permanent Full Time
(80 hrs per fortnight) 

We are seeking an experienced specialist in General Surgery to provide clinical leadership as the Director of Peri-operative Services at Wimmera Health Care Group. This permanent full time position is available for commencement in the second half of 2021. 

The Region

The city of Horsham has a population of 19,500 and is a 300 kms from Melbourne on the Western Highway and 400kms to Adelaide. It is a well serviced city with diverse education and businesses, positioned at the northern end of the Grampians National Park, nearby lakes and world famous rock-climbing areas as well as being a wine and food hub.

The Health Service

Wimmera Health Care Group has an average of 325 births per year, 12,500 admissions and 4,600 operations and 16,000 ED attendances annually. We have a modern theatre complex, including a day procedure unit, a five-bed intensive care unit, and acute and subacute wards all set within a picturesque garden setting.

The Position

The Clinical Director will lead and manage the delivery of surgical services to achieve optimum, safe surgical care outcomes in an important sub-regional health service in the Grampians and Wimmera region. This position will oversee the clinical delivery of surgical and peri-operative services, ensuring the effective utilisation of resources, including assisting the Director of Medical Services with human resource matters relating to medical team members. The successful applicant will use extensive knowledge and expertise to undertake surgeries, train and develop surgical team members including registrars and interns, and continually improve operations at the health service in line with WHCG strategic objectives. Terms and conditions for this position are in accordance with the AMA Victoria- Victorian Public Health Services Medical specialists Enterprise agreement 2018-21. An attractive salary package will be negotiated for the right candidate.

Essential Key Selection Criteria include:

• Medical Practitioner AHPRA Registration
• FRACS or equivalent qualification recognised by RACS
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of peri-operative / surgical services at a divisional or unit level
• Minimum of 5 years clinical leadership and management experience including developing surgical team members
• Knowledge and evidence of adopting and renewing surgical best practice 

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.

Podiatrist

Podiatry

Grade 1, Year 3-7 (CM3-AF19)

Permanent Full Time
(80 hrs per fortnight) with ADO

We are seeking an enthusiastic Grade 1 Podiatrist to join our professional team. Podiatry services are delivered within community outpatient, acute and sub-acute clinical settings and include high risk foot, wound care, pressure injury prevention and management, falls prevention, biomechanics and paediatrics. This permanent full time position is available immediately and includes working Monday to Friday. The Podiatry department places a strong emphasis on quality improvement and professional development and offers a supportive environment including an Allied Health Early Careers Program. New graduates are encouraged to apply.  

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Bachelor of Podiatry or equivalent
• Current Registration: Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Current Police Check
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence
• Highly proficient written and oral communication skills
• Well-developed interpersonal skills

Desirable:

• Membership with an Australian Podiatry Association
• Awareness of National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards / Aged Care Quality Standards
• Computer literacy
• Demonstrated ability for collaborative teamwork within a multidisciplinary framework
• High level organisation skills
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development

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.

Food Services Assistant - Delivery Driver

Food Services

HA1 - HA18

Permanent Part Time
(48 hrs per fortnight)

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our dedicated Food Services team as a Delivery Driver. This permanent part time position is available immediately and includes delivering meals to the Dimboola Campus, wards and other residential facilities in a safe and timely manner. In addition, the successful applicant will provide general food services duties to all patients and clients of WHCG when required.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Experience in a similar role
• Current Victorian drivers licence and ability to transport and reverse a trailer
• 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)
• Demonstrated experience in cleaning procedures and the use of cleaning products within a kitchen environment
• A demonstrated understanding of food and beverage operations
• An appreciation of the importance of nutrition to patient and residential care
• A willingness and ability to work positively within a team environment

Desirable:

• Food handling 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.

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.

Emergency Critical Care Educator 
Staff Development Unit
RN Grade 4A
Permanent Part Time
(64 hrs per fortnight)

We are seeking applications from enthusiastic individuals to join our Staff Development Unit as the Emergency Critical Care Educator. The successful applicant will facilitate, support and assess Registered Nurses undertaking Post Graduate Studies in Emergency / Critical Care. This position is responsible for identifying, developing, and implementing contemporary evidence-based education and training designed to meet the learning and development needs of all Emergency Department team members, to ensure patient care is delivered in accordance with current best practice protocols.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Registered as a Division 1 Nurse with AHPRA
• Post-Graduate Qualifications in Emergency / Critical Care Nursing
• Certificate IV in Training Assessment (or will to work toward)
• Australian Resuscitation Council ALS 1/ALS 2 Instructors Course
• High level clinical skills applicable for Critical Care Nursing
• At least 5 years’ experience in Emergency / Critical Care Nursing following Post-Graduate qualification attainment
• High level communication skills (written and oral) and the ability to engage and negotiate with wide range of healthcare providers
• Demonstrated experience in development, implementation and evaluation of clinical teaching programs
• Excellent presentation skills
• Well-developed Critical Thinking and decision-making skills and knowledge (Theory to Practice)
• Demonstrated the importance of reflective practices at all levels within the critical care setting
• Demonstrated person centred care and quality improvement processes
• Effective organisational skills, with respect to time management and delegation

Desirable:

• Held a senior role within a Critical Care area for a minimum of 2 years
• Previous experience in an educator role
• Post-Graduate qualifications in Education
• Effective in co-ordinating and conducting simulation programs
• Willing to undertake instructors PALS program
• Advance computer skills

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.

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.

Handyperson Advanced 

Engineering 

GL6
Permanent Full Time
(80 hrs per fortnight) with ADO 

We are seeking an advanced Handyperson to join our professional Engineering team to provide general maintenance duties, repair and testing at both Horsham and Dimboola campuses of WHCG. This position involves conducting routine testing and maintenance of facilities and plant, including mechanical services equipment, to Australian and State requirements and completing relevant sections of the essential safety measures program in a timely manner. This permanent full time position is available immediately and involves working a rotating roster including afternoon shift, weekends, public holidays and participation in an on-call roster. 

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Mature attitude and ability to work unsupervised achieving planned targets
• Ability to work & communicate effectively within a team environment
• Experience & demonstrated competency in an industrial or commercial environment, involving mechanical trades such as Fitting & Turning, Welding & Steel Construction, Automotive, Air-conditioning and or several years experience in construction or general maintenance activities
• Current Drivers licence
• Literacy and computer skills, sufficient to perform duties of the position
• Ability to be trained to achieve competency to maintain Unattended Steam Boilers to 3MW capacity
• Participate in Boiler Rotating Day and afternoon Shift Roster, including weekends and public holidays
• Prepared to work overtime or flexible hours as required
• Willingness to participate in the “On Call” and afternoon shift Roster after a qualifying period
• Ability to be trained to achieve a restricted licence to perform Electrical Safety Testing (Test & Tag)
• Ability to work in a changing environment and demonstrate flexibility and problem solving skills

Desirable:

• Completed Apprenticeship in a Mechanical, Automotive or Building trade
• Hold a current Worksafe Licence for High Risk Work
• Ability to obtain a Medium Rigid endorsement on Drivers Licence
• Experience with plant maintenance activities in a large organisation 

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 Ward - Acute

RN Grade 2 (YP3 - YP11)

Base Salary Range $34.02 - $45.49 per hour
Permanent Full or Part Time positions

Multiple positions available

• Due to improving Safe Patient Care Act ratio's, we have multiple positions for RN's
• We are happy to support you in your career pathway with post graduate opportunities
• Immediate start for RN's
• Maintain work/life balance in the beautiful Wimmera region, close to the Grampians & Mt Arapiles
• Offering temporary accommodation for up to 6 weeks subject to availability
• VISA sponsorship available to suitably experienced applicants, if located in Australia 

The Position

The successful applicant will undertake clinical patient care related activities to achieve and maintain the standard of patient care in line with the policies and objectives of Wimmera Health Care Group. These permanent full or part time positions are available immediately and include working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster.  This position works within our Oxley ward which consists of General Medical/Surgical, palliative care, high acuity patients and stroke patients. Oxley is attached to a 5 bed ICU ward and has most admissions from Operating Suite and our 24/7 Emergency Department. Clinical Support Nurses are on most shifts to provide guidance and support to the Registered Nurses.

The Region

The regional city of Horsham has a growing population of nearly 20,000 and is a 300 kms from Melbourne on the Western Highway and 400kms to Adelaide. It is a picturesque, vibrant and diverse city in the Grampians region renowned for its local arts community and key enabler of the region's agricultural industry and positioned at the northern end of the Grampians National Park, nearby lakes and world famous rock-climbing areas as well as being a wine and food hub.

The Health Service

Wimmera Health Care Group has an average of 16,000 ED attendances, 12,500 admissions and 4,600 operations annually. We have a modern theatre complex, including a day procedure unit, a five-bed intensive care unit, and subacute wards all set within a picturesque garden setting. 

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.

Physiotherapist

Physiotherapy - Residential Aged Care

Grade 1, Year 4-7

Permanent Full Time
(80 hrs per fortnight) with ADO

We are seeking an enthusiastic Grade 1 Physiotherapist to join our professional Residential Aged Care team. This permanent full time position includes working Monday to Friday and will report directly to the Chief Physiotherapist with support from Grade 2 clinicians. 

The Region

The city of Horsham has a population of 19,500 and is a 300 kms from Melbourne on the Western Highway and 400kms to Adelaide. It is a well serviced city with diverse education and businesses, positioned at the northern end of the Grampians National Park, nearby lakes and world famous rock-climbing areas as well as being a wine and food hub.

The Health Service

Wimmera Health Care Group has an average of 325 births per year, 12,500 admissions and 4,600 operations and 16,000 ED attendances annually. We have a modern theatre complex, including a day procedure unit, a five-bed intensive care unit, and acute and subacute wards all set within a picturesque garden setting.

The Position

The successful Grade 1 Physiotherapist will provide effective and efficient assessment, planning and implementation of appropriate interventions across our Residential Aged Care facilities. Services may also be provided to acute, sub-acute, and outpatients clients as required. Work may encompass the WHCG campuses at Horsham and Dimboola.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy or equivalent
• Current registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia
• Eligible for full membership in the Australian Physiotherapy Association

Desirable:

• Current membership of the Australian Physiotherapy Association
• Current Driver’s Licence
• Employment history in the position of Physiotherapist
• Experience in Residential care pain management program and the Aged Care Funding Instrument

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• 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.

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Registered/Enrolled Nurse

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic

RN Grade 2 (YP3-YP11), EN Level 2.1-2.7 (IB66-IB72)
Fixed Term Full/Part Time or Casual 

Multiple positions available

We are seeking suitably qualified Registered or Enrolled Nurses to join our dedicated COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic. These casual positions are available immediately until the end of September 2021 with possible extension. The successful applicants will work within the COVID immunisation team to deliver a safe and effective service for the mass delivery of the COVID-19 vaccine. The nurses will be responsible for providing timely and well organised support to the immunisation team during the reconstitution and administration of vaccines and the post vaccination phase of care. 

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse with Medication Endorsement and no practicing restrictions
• Current BLS certification
• Completion of compulsory emergency authorised workforce COVID training modules or willingness to complete
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable:

• Minimum three years clinical experience
• Experience in an Acute area preferred, but not essential

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.

COVID-19 Nurse Immuniser

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic

RN Grade 3B
Fixed Term Full/Part Time or Casual

Multiple positions available

We are seeking Registered Nurses to join our dedicated COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic. These temporary positions are available immediately to the end of September 2021 with possible extension. The COVID-19 Nurse Immunisers will work within a dynamic team delivering a safe and effective service for the mass delivery of the COVID-19 vaccine. The successful applicants will be responsible for reconstitution and administration of vaccines and the post vaccination phase of care.  

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse, with no practicing restrictions
• Recognised Immunisation qualification
• Completion of the compulsory COVID training modules for authorised immunisers or willingness to complete
• Current BLS certification
• Current Anaphylaxis certificate
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable:

• Minimum two years clinical experience as a 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.

Security Officer

OH&S / Security

Casual

We are seeking motivated individuals to join our dedicated Security / OH&S team. This casual position is available immediately and includes working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster. The successful applicant will deal with clients, family members and visitors who may be violent, aggressive, agitated, and/or suffering a mental health illness. The security officer will be responsible for ensuring the safety and wellbeing of everyone involved in accordance with the service's policies and procedures. 

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.

Dentist

Dental Department 

Grade 2-3
Permanent Full Time
(80 hrs per fortnight) with ADO

The Position 

We are seeking a qualified Dentist to join our dedicated Dental team at Wimmera Health Care Group. This permanent full time position is available immediately and includes working Monday to Friday. This role involves joining a busy and progressive regional public health service and providing a broad range of general and emergency dental care. The successful applicant will gain valuable experience operating within a Victorian public dental program and enjoy working as our Senior Dentist and providing guidance to our Junior Dentist. The role will receive strong support to utilise and develop a full skillset whilst enjoying the provision of high quality facilities and the support from being part of an acute hospital. Salary for this position is negotiable.

The Region

The city of Horsham has a population of 19,500 and is 300 kms from Melbourne on the Western Highway and 400kms to Adelaide. It is a well serviced city with diverse education and businesses, positioned at the northern end of the Grampians National Park, nearby lakes and world famous rock-climbing areas as well as being a wine and food hub.

The Health Service

Wimmera Health Care Group has an average of 325 births per year, 12,500 admissions and 4,600 operations and 16,000 ED attendances annually. We have a modern theatre complex, including a day procedure unit, a five-bed intensive care unit, and acute and subacute wards all set within a picturesque garden setting.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Approved dental qualification and registration as a Dentist with AHPRA

• Demonstrated 2+ years experience in general dentistry

• Ionizing Radiation Apparatus Operating Licence in Victoria

• An interest in working in a community setting. Empathy and understanding of health card holders, youth and people with a disability

• Well-developed interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills

• Medicare prescriber number

Desirable:

• Membership of relevant Professional Association and participation in professional development programs

• Knowledge of dental public health principles

• Understanding of the Titanium dental software

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.

Senior Medical Officer (SMO)

Emergency Department

FACEM Year 1 - 9 
Fixed Term Full or Part Time
(min. 40hrs up to 86 hrs per fortnight) 

We are seeking a suitably qualified Emergency Senior Medical Officer (SMO) who holds appropriate membership and is fully registered in Australia, to join our dedicated team at Wimmera Health Care Group - Horsham Campus. This position is part of our Emergency Department that consists of 10 cubicles which includes 2 resuscitation beds, and sees an average of 15,000 attendances per annum. This full or part time position is available from May 2021 with a contract of up to three years and includes an attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Medical Specialists Enterprise Agreement.

The ED SMO will actively participate in the planning, co-ordination, evaluation and implementation of a range of clinical interventions to deliver high quality, efficient and person-centred care. The SMO will report to the Director of Emergency Medicine and provide clinical assessment, management and treatment to patients, whilst working in a highly collaborative manner with the broader nursing and allied health team. This position includes the supervision of Registrars and Interns and will also participate in our teaching program. 

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Specialist registration or eligible for specialist registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Fellowship of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM) and/or equivalent specialist recognition
• Evidence of continuing medical education and self-monitoring/audit practices consistent with the scope of practice requirements of the position
• Proven capacity and/or experience in the provision of effective high quality services, demonstrated through successful clinical practice in an environment appropriate to the requirements of the position including evidence of participation in quality improvement activities relevant to the specialty
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching with experience in teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students and other team members of the hospital
• Demonstrate the skills and attitudes appropriate as a Senior Medical Practitioner including modelling a high standard of professional behaviour to junior medical team members

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.

Health Care Worker - Acute

Clinical Services

HCW Grade 2/3 (CW11/WP11)
Casual

We are seeking motivated individuals to join our dedicated team at Wimmera Health Care Group as a Health Care Worker. This casual position will assist with the delivery of activities including daily living and supportive care to patients within the acute division of WHCG, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

The successful applicant will work across all acute areas including: Oxley, Yandilla, Wyuna Sub-Acute and Emergency Department. 

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent
• Well developed oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer literacy
• Ability to prioritise and work effectively without direct supervision

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a Health Care Worker
• 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.

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

COVID Clinic

RN Grade 2 (YP3 - YP11)
Casual 

We are seeking suitably qualified Registered Nurses to join our dedicated team in the Covid Clinic. These casual positions are available for an immediate start and includes a minimum of 4 hour shifts, providing coverage 7 days a week job share (hours may be negotiable, current shift times 08:30 - 12:30 hours).  The successful applicants will be responsible for COVID-19 swab collection in line with infection control protocols and collection of patient information.  

Key Selection Criteria:

Essential:

• Current Registration with AHPRA/relevant professional body.
• Excellent Communication and problem solving skills
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement, customer service and person centred care
• Proficiency in the use of information technology

Desirable:

• Proficient understanding of Infection Control Precautions
• Nasopharyngeal swab collection and or experience in a COVID-19 testing site 
• Well-developed clinical skills in PPE Donning & Doffing

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.

Emergency Department Registrar

HM26-30

Fixed Term Full Time

(43 hrs per week) 

The Position

We are seeking a suitably qualified Registrar to join our professional team in the Emergency Department at Wimmera Health Care Group. This position involves participating in a 24/7 roster and supervision will be provided by senior ED clinicians including FACEMS. The successful applicant will be expected to take part in a teaching program and there is scope for projects and research.

The Health Service

Wimmera Health Care Group is based in the Wimmera region appromimately 310 km west of Melbourne and 45 minute drive to the Grampians National Park.  Our campuses in Horsham and Dimboola service an area of 61,000 square kilometres and a population of approximately 54,000 people. With a workforce of approximately 1,100 team members, we are the largest employer in the region and provide a range of acute, sub-acute, residential aged care, allied health, primary care, emergency and critical care services to our community. Every year Wimmera Health Care Group treats more than 11,000 inpatients, 15,000 emergency patients and 125, 000 outpatients.

Key Selection Criteria

Essential:

• MBBS or equivalent degree
• Full general registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

• A minimum of three years postgraduate experience of which a minimum of two years should be in Australian hospitals.

• Relevant clinical experience in an Emergency Department
• Experience in the supervision of junior medical officers (interns)
• Experience in rural Australian Emergency Department

Desirable:

• APLS
• ATLS
• ACLS

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.

Grade 1/2 Pharmacist

Pharmacy

Grade1 (Year 3-6), Grade 2 (Year 1-4)
Permanent Full time
(up to 80hrs per fortnight available) with ADO

Occasional Rostered Saturday morning and on call

We are seeking experienced Grade 1 or 2 Pharmacists to join our professional team to provide clinical pharmacist services. These multiple permanent full time positions are available immediately and includes working Monday to Friday 8.30 to 5pm, participation in an on-call roster and occasional Saturday morning shifts. The successful applicants will be committed to providing a provision of a high quality, safe, efficient and effective pharmacy service ensuring continuum of patient care. Please indicate in your application if you are applying for the Grade 1 or Grade 2 Pharmacist position.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Bachelor of pharmacy degree
• Pharmacist registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA)
• Commitment to improving patient outcome through medication management
• Membership to an appropriate professional body- Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia or Pharmaceutical Society of Australia
• Hospital Pharmacy experience 

Grade 2 only:

• Minimum of 3 years Pharmacist experience 
• Hospital Pharmacy experience in conducting Medication reconciliation, preparation of patients’ medication lists and provision of effective patient counselling 
• Well developed organisational and time management skills
• Well developed communication skills and ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team 
• Ability to instruct and provide feedback to students, pharmacy interns and technicians 
• Ability to review and provide constructive feedback on a clinical document e.g. policy, procedure, drug protocol or consumer education documents 

Desirable:

• Experience in using iPharmacy iSOFT software
• Commitment to continuing education