Registered Nurse - Private Practice

Date posted: Tuesday 26 November 2024
Closing date: Friday 20 December 2024

Cairns Orthopaedic Clinic offers an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated, dynamic team committed to providing top-tier orthopaedic care.

About Cairns Orthopaedic Clinic

We are a leading private healthcare provider in Cairns committed to the provision of a comprehensive, professional orthopaedic service to our community and our Pacific Rim neighbours. Specialising in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of a wide range of orthopaedic issues, our practice serves the local community with a team of experienced orthopaedic specialists. Known for our patient-focused approach, advanced treatment options, and state-of-the-art facilities, we are committed to improving the mobility and quality of life for our patients.

About the role

We are currently seeking a motivated individual to join our team and contribute to delivering exceptional care in a supportive and dynamic environment. This part-time opportunity includes key responsibilities such as:

• support our surgeons in providing exceptional patient care
• enquiries - answer patient phone enquiries and enquiries from hospital staff and other doctor’s rooms
• work alongside our secretaries to provide information to patients about the operative process
• liaise with medical company representatives regularly and order equipment for operations as required
• liaise with theatre bookings 
• post-operative clinic attendance with surgeons including wound management.

Benefits

• $45 - $55 per hour + superannuation.
• Uniform.
• Family-friendly work environment.
• Various leave options.
• Time in lieu.
• Opportunity for professional advancement.

Skills and experience

• Current Nurse Registration with AHPRA.
• At least two (2) years of Australian work experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Unrestricted work rights in Australia.
• Proven experience using clinical IT systems.
• Experience in wound management and hospital bookings is an advantage.
• Proven ability to communicate in a clear, considerate manner.
• A professional, caring, and collaborative approach to patient care.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!