Reception/ Administration Assistant

Casual Pool 
Grade 1A (HS1A)
Casual

Applications are invited from experienced administrative workers to join our professional team. The primary purpose of this position is to provide cover for personal / annual leave for current roles and can include working individual shifts and week blocks. Shifts can include 24 hours, 7 day per week, including public holidays, across numerous departments within Wimmera Health Care Group. The Reception/ Administration Assistant will perform day-to-day administrative duties and requires a strong focus on customer service skills including a pleasant welcoming manner and the ability to relate appropriately to a broad range of people.

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
•  Pleasant and courteous telephone manner
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
•  Demonstrated computer litracy skills including Microsoft Word and Excel and willingness to be trained in the specific programs required
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively, use initiative and maintain accurate records
• Well developed time management and work process skills

Desirable:

• Recent clerical experience in a similar role
• Qualifications in Business Administration
• 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.

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.

Practice Nurse (RN Div 1)

Read Street Medical Clinic (for the Doctor's in Secondary School Program, Horsham College)

Grade 4
Fixed Term Part Time
(8 hrs per fortnight)

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Division 1 Registered Nurse with AHPRA
• Minimum 2 years experience as a registered nurse
• Demonstrated patient focused care and service provision
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development
• Advanced written and oral communication skills
• Ability to be flexible and to prioritise and organise workload
• Ability to work cooperatively and independently
• Highly proficient computer skills
• Competency and experience in adolescent health and development, primary health care, community health, mental health, public health and/or health promotion
• Must complete training in adolescent health prior to commencement.  Free online training provided. 

Desirable:

• Current or recent General Practice experience
• Medical software computer experience
• Experience in and understanding of, any of the following:
• Child and adolescent health
• Mental health
• Drug and alcohol services
• Forensic health services
• Community health
• Indigenous health
• Refugee and migrant health
• Sexual and reproductive 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.

Handyperson Advanced 

Engineering 

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

We are seeking an advanced Handyperson to join our professional team to provide general maintenance duties, repair and testing. This position includes conducting routine testing and maintenace 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 from July 2020 and includes 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, Airconditioning 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.

Chief Medical Officer

Executive Services - Medical Division

Full Time Position

A new and exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Chief Medical Officer.

Wimmera Health Care Group is the sub regional health service for the Wimmera region. The main campus is situated in the town of Horsham, which is the largest town in an area that is steeped in agriculture and natural beauty. Horsham is only 3 and a half hours from Melbourne, 4 hours from Adelaide 2 hours from Ballarat and 40 minutes to the magnificent Grampians and less to the climbing mecca Mt Arapiles.  The Wimmera is a great place to live and work, with ample recreational opportunities including one of the best golf courses in country Australia.

Following the retirement of a long-standing member of the leadership team, we are looking for an experienced medical leader to join the team and assist us to deliver high quality care as close to home as possible for our community.

This position would suit an experienced medical leader who works effectively with clinicians, the leadership team and the board to drive the organisation’s strategic and quality agendas and demonstrate the provision of high-quality safe care for our community and ultimately improve their health and wellbeing. The Chief Medical Officer role would best suit a person who is willing to test the boundaries, work in partnership with regional health services, clinicians and most importantly community members to expand and develop models of care that are evidenced based, innovative and improve health outcomes and are cost effective.

An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated to include; relocation assistance, education support and a vehicle.

We are willing to support the right person to gain the necessary qualifications in Medical Leadership and Management and provide mentoring and support throughout their journey.

Please contact Catherine Morley, CEO, on ceo@whcg.org.au or 5381 9293 or John Gallichio, acting DMS, on 0419 539 125 if you would like to discuss the role in more detail.    

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 & Kiosk

Permanent Part Time

(16 hours per fortnight)

We are seeking a Food Services Assistant to work within the Kitchen and Kiosk at Wimmera Health Care Group. This permanent part time position includes working a rotating roster and additional shifts in Food Services are generally available. This role is responsible for completing duties in our cafe and general food services that include; serving customers, preparing and delivering food and beverages, ordering and unpacking supplies, operating the point of sale system, washing/ cleaning and other duties associated with a meal and catering service to all WHCG patients and clients.

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:

• Experience with Point of Sales (POS) system 
• Experience as a barista 
• Food handling certificate 
• Qualifications in Hospitality

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

Food Services Assistant

Food Services

Permanent Part Time

(16 hours per fortnight)

We are seeking a Food Services Assistant to work within the Kitchen at Wimmera Health Care Group. This permanent part time position includes working a rotating roster and additional shifts in Food Services are generally available. This role is responsible for completing  general food services that include; preparing and delivering food and beverages, ordering and unpacking supplies, washing/ cleaning and other duties associated with a meal and catering service to all WHCG patients and clients.

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

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

Physiotherapist

Physiotherapy - Residential

Grade 1, Year 4-7

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

We are seeking a physiotherapist to join our Residential Aged Care team with the focus of pain managment. This permanent full time position (Monday to Friday) includes providing effective and efficient assessment, planning and implementation of appropriate interventions across Residential Aged Care.

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

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.

Case Manager

Community Options

Welfare Worker (XM9-XM15)

Permanent  Full Time

(80 hours per fortnight) with ADO

Community Options is part of Wimmera Health Care Group and is located in modern offices in central Horsham opposite May Park. Community Options is an expanding business that supports aged members of the community to remain living in their homes for as long as possible. This is achieved with support of Home Care Packages funded by the Commonwealth Government and administered by a skilled team members.

The Case Managers at Community Options work closely with their clients, their families and service providers to provide a variety of choices most suited to their care needs. Community Options are excited to be able to offer a skilled and enthusiastic person a permanent position in their fast growing business. This position is full time working Monday to Friday and includes an Accrued Day Off every 4 weeks.

Essential:

• Relevant qualification / experience in welfare, social work, nursing or allied health
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent computer and documentation/reporting skills and willingness to learn required IT programs.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality service to consumers.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.

Desirable:

• Demonstrated understanding of and skills in case management.
• Recent experience with community based services for people and their carer’s
• Demonstrated skills with advocacy, negotiation and conflict resolution
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a 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 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 Nurses & Dual Registered Midwifes 

Casual Bank 

Grade 2 (YP3 - YP11)
 

We are seeking skilled casual Registered Nurses and Dual Registered Midwifes to join our casual bank with a genuine passion for helping others.  With opportunities to join and work across a range of including Acute Medical/Surgical, ICU, Sub-Acute, Residential Services (Aged Care) and our Emergency Department.

Key Selection Criteria include:

• Current experience in Acute Medical/Surgical, ICU, Sub-Acute, Residential, Emergency or Midwifery
• Minimum of 2 years post graduate nursing experience
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and customer service
• Computer and documentation skills 
• Ability to work as part of the multi-disciplinary team
• Proficiency in the use of patient related software program

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 / 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.

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.

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.