Registered Nurse

Emergency Department

RN Grade 2 (YP3 - YP11)
Fixed Term Part Time

(16 hours per fortnight)

Partental Leave Replacement

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Emergency Department. This fixed term part time position is available from 25 November 2019 until 25 November 2020 and includes working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster.

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

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

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

Desirable:

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

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Administrative Assistant

Information Technology

Classification HS1
Permanent - Full Time
(80 hrs per fortnight) with ADO

We are seeking an administrative assistant to join our professional team to provide support to the Information Technology department. This dynamic & challenging permanent full time position is an opportunity to provide efficient & accurate administrative support to the Information Technology Department. The primary purpose of this position is to provide clerical administration and support to the Information Technology team to ensure efficient operation of the department. The administrative assistant will often be the first point of contact for enquiries and are also required to have a basic knowledge of information technology systems.

Key Selection Criteria include:

• Advanced administration, time management and organisational skills
• Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Ability to work unsupervised, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Well developed customer service and interpersonal skills 

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.

Orderly/Cleaner

Environmental Services

IJ1
Permanent - Part Time
(16 hrs per fortnight minimum)

We are seeking an orderly/cleaner to join our professional team to provide orderly and cleaning duties. This permanent part time position is available from the 11th of November and includes working every second weekend plus extra shifts as required throughout the week to cover leave. This is an opportunity to work within our Environmental Services Department. This position involves all aspects of cleaning, portering of patients and equipment, hand out meal and beverages, and other job related tasks.

Key Selection Criteria include:

• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions
• Able to work independantly and as a team
• The ability to prioritise workload to ensure all tasks are completed in the required time frame  

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stroke Clinical Nurse Consultant

Nursing Administration

RN Grade 4A

Permanent - Part Time

(16 hours per fortnight)

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our professional team to provide comprehensive care for our patients in the following settings; Emergency Department, Acute Care, Sub-Acute Care and supporting Community TCP patients. This is an opportunity to work within our Acute and Subacute Units and consult with members of the multidisciplinary team. Regarding person centred care. The purpose of this position is to provide advice and direction to the nursing division in regards to nursing practice related to acute and subacute patients, including stroke patients.

The Stroke CNC will support the access position to sustain patient referral to the subacute program, facilitate the timely admission into the subacute unit and discharge from subacute unit to the appropriate patient destination. The position will support the stroke program to ensure that highly effective stroke unit standards and co-ordinated care is provided in accordance with Acute Stroke Service framework and rehabilitation guidelines. To support stroke patients across the patient journey the position will co-ordinate Stroke and Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA) services, stroke education and care, facilitate data collection, effective appropriate referrals during and post discharge, up-skill the relevant workforce and ensure documentation is current and complete. The role requires advanced skills in assessment, communication, organisation and the ability to liaise with a multidisciplinary team to make decisions regarding holistic patient care and allocate appropriate plan of care through the patient journey, including but not limited to rehabilitation, Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM) or Transitional Care Program (TCP).

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

• Tertiary Nursing qualifications
• Current RN registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience with demonstrated knowledge and skill in the provision of high quality for Older Persons, complex and chronic medical conditions, and stroke care
• Outstanding oral and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with consumers and their carers
• Strong problem solving, time management and decision making skills. Demonstrated ability to coordinate and work within a multidisciplinary team to provide quality service delivery 
• Well-developed interpersonal skills. Demonstrated clear and analytical thinking
• Evidence of ongoing self-development
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary health team

Desirable:

• Post graduate study in Chronic Diseases /stroke
• Data collection experience
• Experience in developing, delivering or co-ordinating education programs for health care professionals in a clinical environment.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret research and report findings

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

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

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

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 as per a roster and additional shifts in food services are generally available. This role is responsible of completing general food services duties that assists in providing a complete meal and catering service to all patients and clients of WHCG.

Duties will include:  

• Washing dishes and general cleaning
• Assisting with the packing and unpacking of general stock and deliveries
• Delivery of food to wards and residential facilities  

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.

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 Nurse

Emergency Department

RN Grade 2 (YP4 - YP11)
Permanent Full Time

(80 hours per fortnight) with ADO

 Job share maybe considered

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Emergency Department. This permanent full time position is available from November 2019 and includes working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster.

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

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

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

Desirable:

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

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

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

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

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

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

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

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

ED Medical Officer

Classification HM16-20

Fixed Term -  Full Time

(76 hrs per fortnight)

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

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

Key Selection Criteria include:

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

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Enrolled Nurse Transition to Practice Nurse Program

(December 2019 & March 2020)

Acute/Sub-Acute/Aged Care

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (EN Level 2.3 - IB68)
Fixed Term - Part Time
(64 hrs per fortnight)

The Wimmera Health Care Group Enrolled Nurse Transition to Practice Program aims to facilitate the transition from student to Enrolled Nurse. The December 2019 & March 2020 program will provide the opportunity to enhance your nursing career, consolidate nursing skills and to provide an opportunity to experience different clinical areas. This program includes supernumerary orientation time to assist with the transition to Enrolled Nurse.

The purpose of the program is to:

• provide rotations to enable clinical experience across Acute, Subacute, and Aged Care
• utilise evidence based knowledge to achieve quality patient outcomes
• increase confidence and strengthen nursing skills base
• develop the ability to work independently and as a team member
• enhance decision making and critical thinking skills

The Wimmera Health Care Group Enrolled Nurse Transition to Practice Program 2019 is offered to nursing graduates:

• APHRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse (Diploma of Nursing qualification) (For December 2019 intake we need by November 2019 and March 2020 intake we need by February 2020)
• Ability to commence the program 2 December 2019 and or 2 March 2020

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

Grade 1

Permanent - Full Time

(80 hrs per fortnight) with ADO 

We are seeking a Physiotherapist to join our professional team to manage a varied caseload including Acute Inpatients, Rehabilitation, Outpatients, and Outpatient Intervention Groups. A strong emphasis is placed on professional development, with attractive financial support for ongoing education. Mentoring is provided for each rotation, and a New Graduate Mentoring Program for Allied Health staff is provided.

We are accepting applications from Physiotherapy Students who will be obtaining their Physiotherapy Registration in January 2020.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Manage a clinical load, across a range of settings including Acute Inpatients, Rehabilitation, Outpatients, and Outpatient Intervention Groups
• Work in a supported multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work occasional weekends to provide services to inpatients only
• Participation in provision of rostered inservices
• Complete statistical entries for all client consults

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.

Dual Registered Midwife/Nurse - Graduate Year

Yandilla

RN Grade 2 (YP2 - YP11) 
Fixed Term - Part Time
(64 hrs per fortnight)

Applications are invited from newly qualified dual registered midwives/nurse to join our professional team. This fixed term part time position is available from February 2020 for 12 months and includes working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster.

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

You will be employed for the 12 month duration, with the opportunity for ongoing employment following the successful completion of the graduate year.

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)

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. This position involves insert key responsibilities reflected in Position Description.

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.

Registered Nurse

Oxley

RN Grade 2 (YP3 - YP11)

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

Applications are invited from experienced Registered Nurses to join our professional team. This position is available now and includes working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster and may include HITH leave cover, as required.

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 and encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide a safe environment for our staff, patients, residents and clients which includes supporting and responding to disclosures of family violence issues.

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

Patient Services Assistant - Dimboola campus

Residential Services

Hospital Attendant (KG4)

Casual

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

Key  Selection Criteria include:

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

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Registered Nurse

Emergency Department

RN Grade 2 (YP3 - YP11)

Casual positions available

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

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

This position involves insert key responsibilities reflected in Position Description.

Key Selection Criteria: 

Essential:

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

Desirable:

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

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dual Registered Midwife/Nurse

Yandilla

RN Grade 2 (YP4 - YP11)

Salary Range $62,171 to $78,972 pa

Full Time or Part Time Permanent position available

Sponsorship maybe available for preferred applicant (if applicable)

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

Key Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

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

Desirable:

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

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

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

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

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

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit.

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

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

Junior Food Services Assistant

Food Services Department

12 month Fixed Term Part Time

(6 hours minimum per fortnight)

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

Key  Selection Criteria include:

Essential:

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

Desirable:

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

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

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

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit.

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

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

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

Registered Nurses / Midwives (Dual Registered) - Nurse Pool

Grade 2 (YP3-YP11)

Salary Range $62,171 to $78,972 pa

Permanent Full /  Part Time

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

This role provides an excellent opportunity for dynamic and forward thinking Registered Nurses and Midwives 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/part time position includes working a rotating 7 day, 24 hour roster.

Key Responsibilities 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.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit.

For enquires about the position see the below contact details. 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. Pre-employment check: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check prior to commencement of employment.

Administration Assistant - Casual

HS1A

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

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

Essential:

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

Desirable:

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

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

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

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

Registered Nurses & Dual Registered Midwives - Casual

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

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

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

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

 Key  Selection Criteria include:

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

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

 Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

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

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

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

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

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

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