Description

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent and Fixed Term appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency, at various hours per fortnight.

Position Profile: The Regional PATS Officer is responsible for client liaison, administration of applications and assessment of claims in accordance with PATS policy and guidelines.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

This is an “open-ended” recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:

• The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications, and will assess on a regular basis.
• Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
• Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/12/2027.

Area Profile: The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location based allowances

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Renee Whyatt via email at [email protected].

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online.

It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria (in no more than 3 pages) and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Attachments

WACHS Pre-employment Health Assessment Policy.pdf
WACHS WHS Statement of Commitment - QR code.pdf
Applicant Information Package.pdf
Job Application Information Sheet.pdf
Regional PATS Officer CH615812 HSO Level G3 July 2023 - JDF.pdf

Description

This talent register is an online portal open to all applicants interested in joining Our New ICU Team at Geraldton Health Campus!

Be part of an exciting new chapter in regional healthcare. Geraldton Health Campus is opening a state-of-the-art Intensive Care Unit, and we’re looking for passionate, skilled nursing staff to join our ICU foundation team. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, value cultural safety and collaborative care, and want to make a real difference in the lives of patients and families, we’d love to hear from you.

Grow your career, contribute to a brand-new service, and help shape the future of critical care in the Midwest. Apply now and be part of something truly meaningful.

The Geraldton Health Campus redevelopment is a transformative $190.3 million investment by the Western Australian Government, marking the hospital’s most significant upgrade since the early 2000s. The project aims to futureproof healthcare in the Mid-West region by expanding and modernising the existing facilities.

Key features the redevelopment of Geraldton Health Campus in the Midwest will deliver:

• an expanded emergency department (ED).
• a combined new intensive care unit / high dependency unit (ICU).
• a new integrated mental health service inclusive of an adult Acute Psychiatric Unit (APU) and a mental health short stay unit.

Nestled on Western Australia’s Coral Coast, located about 420 km north of Perth, Geraldton offers a relaxed coastal and community orientated lifestyle with all the amenities of a modern regional city. The city has a thriving arts scene, supported by galleries and community initiatives, and a growing café culture that adds vibrancy to the town centre. The Mediterranean climate means long, warm summers and mild winters, perfect for year-round outdoor activities. Geraldton is the perfect place to live, work, and thrive. Home » Visit Geraldton

The Roles

Your application may be considered for the following or similar positions:

• Clinical Nurse Manager ICU - SRN Level 3 - $137,294 p/a
• Clinical Nurse Specialist ICU - SRN Level 3 - $137,294 p/a
• Staff Development Nurse ICU – RN Level 2 - $133,185 p/a
• Clinical Nurse ICU – RN Level 2 - $109,599 - $115,682 p/a

Please refer to the relevant Job Description Forms (JDFs) for further information on each role. Please note some JDF’s are in draft, and indicative of the duties expected.

Want to know more about these roles? We encourage you to email: [email protected]

The types of vacancies that may arise include:

• Permanent contracts
• Secondment/ Placement or Transfer opportunities at Level (if current public sector officer).
• Short Term Contracts – fixed term employment under twelve months.
• Both part-time and full-time options are available for all of these.
• We encourage local staff to apply for development opportunities.

The register is actively monitored, and applicants may be contacted if an opportunity arises suiting their skills and experience for the above or other similar roles.

• You may be contacted to complete further assessment(s) as required for the role.
• Assessment and appointments will be merit-based.
• Once you apply, your CV will stay on the register until 31/12/2026, you only need to register once.
• Please be aware there is no guarantee that an offer of employment will be made while an application remains on the register.

How to apply

The assessment of applicants for these vacancies will be based on the skills, knowledge and experience as outlined in the curriculum vitae (CV) provided and in relation to the vacancy requiring filling. You will be contacted by phone or email if a suitable vacancy becomes available.

To express interest, apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

• submit a comprehensive CV that clearly outlines your transferable skills and experience and highlights your past key achievements providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to these roles and indicating which position(s) you want to be considered for (in Word or PDF format); and
• A copy of your degree certificate or qualification (or overseas qualification if applicable).
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.

For further information about your application please email [email protected] clearly indicating the Talent register name in your email title.

Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility to Apply:

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

International applicants with or eligible for registration with AHPRA are encouraged to apply.

We value diversity.

To deliver the best service to our clients we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

What we offer

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:

Location based allowances (If Applicable) including:

• District Allowance - regional specific
• Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA.
• Generous salary packaging benefits:
• Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses
• Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
• Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses.
• Plus, Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
• Professional Development opportunities
• Continuous learning opportunities
• 12% Superannuation Guarantee
• WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.
• As a WA Country Health Service employee, you’re entitled to discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.

This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. The Department may conduct further search activities if required, to extend the field of applicants.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Attachments

Applicant Information Package.pdf
Job Application Information Sheet.pdf
WACHS Employee Private Health Fund Benefits Flyer.pdf
WACHS Pre-employment Health Assessment Policy.pdf
WACHS WHS Statement of Commitment - QR code.pdf
WWC Applicant Advice 2017.pdf

Make a new start in your career and life. Join a welcoming, supportive healthcare community, with professional development opportunities + more!

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Gde 3
Remuneration: $143,851.10 - $146,522.64 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ620110

Applications Close: 26 November 2026

About the role

The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) Tissue Viability provides an advanced level wound assessment and management service as an expert in the specialty field and facilitates linkages and relationships with network hospitals (and affiliated services), nurses and medical officers (in the acute and community settings) to support the management of patients with acute, chronic and complex wounds.

The CNC is responsible for the provision of expert clinical advice, coordination, leadership and consultancy services within the wound assessment and management service and target populations within the designated network.
Responsibilities include:

• Development, implementation and evaluation of care management plans for patients with complex health needs.
• Providing leadership in the ongoing development of clinical practice.
• Initiating and utilising findings of research in the provision of clinical services.
• Contributing to the development and delivery of specialty related education programs

• Participating in formal processes for the strategic and operational planning for the clinical service

About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)

We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.

If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.

You care. We care. Learn more about NNSWLHD here.

The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Join our team and you’ll enjoy:

• Salary packaging and novated leasing – increase your take-home pay

• Fitness discounts – focus on your health and wellbeing

• Growth – access to professional and personal development

• Team culture – work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment

• Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce

Need more information?

Click here for the Position Description
Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Clare Rees on [email protected]

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NNNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.

NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.

For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.

To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see www.homeaffairs.gov.au.

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).

You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position.

This recruitment may be used to fill future positions for permanent, temporary and casual positions.

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#nursingandmidwifery

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Live and work in a place of great beauty, rich and diverse in culture and creativity. Enjoy a lifestyle that allows time and space to learn and grow.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (40 weeks)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Gde 2
Remuneration: $113,243.15 - $116,963.48 per annum pro rata
Hours Per Week: 32
Requisition ID: REQ605678

About the role

Clarence Community & Allied Health have a temporary vacancy for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join their team to provide care coordination, case management and support to people with chronic disease, their carers, General Practitioners, practice staff and staff involved in the provision of care. Working with relevant stake holders to ensure coordination of services, utilising shared care plans and other team care approaches to optimally support people with chronic disease within the framework of the Chronic Disease Management Service.

About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)

We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.

If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.

You care. We care. Learn more about NNSWLHD here.

The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Join our team and you’ll enjoy:

• Salary packaging and novated leasing – increase your take-home pay

• Fitness discounts – focus on your health and wellbeing

• Growth – access to professional and personal development

• Team culture – work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment

• Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce
  

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).

You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position.

This recruitment may be used to fill future positions for permanent, temporary and casual positions.

Follow us on: LinkedIn and Facebook

#communityhealth #communityandalliedhealth #nursingandmidwifery