About us

Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN) is one of 31 regionalised and independent PHNs established nationally by the Commonwealth Department of Health to provide local communities with better access to improved primary healthcare services.

The NQPHN region extends from Moranbah in the south, up to the Torres Strait in the north, and west to Croydon and Kowanyama.

NQPHN aims to improve health outcomes for all residents by supporting, investing in, and working collaboratively with local Hospital and Health Services, the primary healthcare sector, local government areas (LGAs), other health organisations, and the wider community.

Find out more about NQPHN at www.nqphn.com.au 

The role

The Older Persons Health and Palliative Care Manager holds responsibility for developing programs that support senior Australians to live well at home for as long as possible. This is achieved through the commissioning of early intervention activities and models of care for chronic disease management, which support healthy ageing and reduce pressure on local health services. The role also involves increasing awareness, facilitating, and coordinating access to services promoting the provision of safe, quality palliative and end-of-life care at home.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:

• tertiary qualifications in a health-related discipline and/or five years’ experience in a similar role, or alternatively, a VET qualification and five years relevant experience
• demonstrated understanding of the health challenges for older persons and the opportunities and challenges for the palliative care sector in the North Queensland region
• demonstrated understanding of health commissioning processes, strategic health service design, and delivery in a community environment
• demonstrated project management experience, systems thinking, and a high-level ability to conduct cohesive networking and stakeholder engagement with the health sector across the NQPHN region
• demonstrated experience in leading, developing, and contributing to a multi-disciplinary and multifaceted team across geographical locations
• demonstrated interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and conflict and negotiation skills
• demonstrated ability to work with diverse communities, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and Australian South Sea Islander peoples in our region.

The benefits

NQPHN offers a great range of benefits to its employees, including:

• access to generous not for profit salary sacrifice taxation benefits
• annual leave loading
• Employment Assistance Program offered to all staff and family members.

About you

We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of older persons in Northern Queensland and in the lives of people and loved ones who require palliative care.

You are a strategic thinker and skilled influencer who can drive the creation of a more ‘joined up’ system that provides accessible services to those who need them most.

You will have strong project or program management capability and enjoy big picture planning.

If you are looking for the opportunity to be part of a passionate and driven team and contribute to achieving our mission of ‘Northern Queenslanders live happier, healthier, longer lives,’ we’d love to hear from you.

NQPHN aims to be an employer of choice for Indigenous Australians, and we encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this role.

For further information on this position click the below links.

Your application should include:

1. Cover letter (not exceeding two pages).
2. Response to the Key Selection Criteria (no more than two pages).
3. Your resume.

To submit an application for this position, please send your application to recruitment@nqphn.com.au

Applications close Monday 14 March 2022 at 5pm.

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Health & Wellbeing North Ward is looking for full or part-time VR-GP to join their team to help maintain the patient overflow.  

The practice is conveniently located in the city of Townsville, close to The Strand, Pallarenda, Shopping Centre, and many local cafes and clothes boutiques. 

Health & Wellbeing North Ward are a practice of six GPs and two registrars, with a Skin Clinic attached with three GPs. They have a great patient base, with an Aboriginal Health Nurse, Chronic Disease Management, Psychologist, Dietician, Exercise Physiologist, and Life Coach on staff.

The clinic is well equipped and has all good branded, working equipment, and is accredited with AGPAL. 

The practice offers all aspects of general practice with a high focus on childhood and family health, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and chronic disease management.

Health & Wellbeing North Ward understands the needs of doctors and believes in providing highly knowledgeable and efficient management, reception, and nursing teams to ensure that their doctors can work easily and more efficiently. 

Are you a Registrar? They are Accredited by RACGP! Please note that Health & Wellbeing North Ward are not in a DPA, so are unable to accept applications for overseas trained GPs requiring supervision, at this stage. 

Essential criteria

• VR-GP FRACGP/FACRRM or equivalent.
• General registration.
• RACGP registrar.
• Eligible for a provider number.
• Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Benefits

1. Competitive percentage of created billings, weekly.
2. Full management, nursing, and reception support.
3. Well established practice.
4. Best Practice software.
5. Transparency and willingness to work around the doctor.
6. Flexible position.

To apply or to discuss further, please contact Nikki Skalecki on (07) 4772 4144 or email manager@hwb.com.au

MMC currently have two positions available within their clinic. 

Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• assist doctors with minor procedures, including excisions and Mirena insertions
• wound care and removal of sutures 
• performing ECG's, spirometry, and ear syringes
• vaccination and cold chain management
• health assessments and care plans
• iron infusions
• effective management of recalls and reminders.

For more information or to apply, please contact Juanita Costello on (07) 4779 0622 or at mail@mmcdr.com.au

The practice nurse role can include:

• patient triage

• immunisations (including childhood) and advice

• Pfizer vaccinations

• minor and complex wound management

• electrocardiogram (ECG)

• spirometry

• assisting with minor surgical procedures

• sterilisation

• chronic disease management

• health assessments

• ordering medical and vaccine supplies

• monitoring medication expiry dates

• monitoring cold chain procedures and recommendations

• maintaining a clean and safe work environment.  

To be suitable for this position you must have:

• Current AHPRA registration.  

Preferred (but not required) qualifications include:

• endorsed immunisation certification.

Ideal applicant

• Professional.
• Compassionate.
• A team player.
• Passionate about healthcare excellence.
• Has the ability to work independently.  

What Thrive offers

• A friendly and supportive workplace.
• A beautiful physical work environment close to town.
• Approximately 13 hours per week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays).
• Working within business hours only 8am-5pm (no weekends).
• A regular roster.
• Orientation and training.

How to apply

Please apply by emailing your resume and cover letter to manager@thrivemedical.com.au

About Sonic HealthPlus

Proudly Australian, Sonic HealthPlus is now the largest provider of corporate medicine in the country. With a national network of wholly owned metropolitan and remote clinics, they deliver occupational health, general practice, and integrated medical, paramedical and wellness services to both large and small corporate and community groups. 

About the role

Sonic HealthPlus are seeking a Graduate or experienced Registered Nurse to join their team at their Mackay Clinic in Queensland, on a permanent full time basis, working 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

This is a great opportunity for a Graduate Nurse to further develop their skills within a supportive environment, or for an experienced Nurse to apply their skills within a knowledgeable and multidisciplinary Team.

Duties

Reporting directly to the Practice Manager, you will be responsible for providing a broad range of services including however not limited to:

• high-level nursing skills to work autonomously
• patient triage
• administering vaccinations and travel consultations
• monitoring and maintaining stock levels
• maintenance and sterilisation of all equipment
• compliance with the Department of Health and Human Service's protocols
• general administration duties
• phlebotomy.

Candidate requirements 

As the successful candidate you will hold a current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) together with:

• excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• current Senior First Aid certification, CPR certification, or equivalent (required)
• Certificate in Phlebotomy (desirable) 
• current Immunisation Certificate (desirable). 

Graduates are welcome to apply!

Why join?

• Attractive remuneration
• Work/life balance – enjoy weeknights and weekends off
• Free parking
• Coffee shop
• Ongoing training and development
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Stable, reputable national healthcare provider (part of the global Sonic Healthcare)
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Rewards Program – including significant retail discounts and offers
• Numerous discounts including travel, gym membership and health insurance options
• Novated Leasing
• Discounted fees for various medical services (e.g. pathology, radiology, and travel health)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Focus on corporate social responsibility (e.g. fundraising, supporting community events).

Subject to eligibility criteria 

Culture

At Sonic HealthPlus you are offered a positive workplace culture, close team networks, and a supportive work environment. They encourage their employees to have an enjoyable and rewarding career with an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and encourages social and cultural diversity. They strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

How to apply

As part of Sonic HealthPlus' pre-employment process, preferred candidates must provide a National Police Clearance conducted within the last three months and evidence of COVID-19 Vaccination status.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. You are encouraged to apply promptly as applications will close when suitable applicants are obtained.