Clinical Assistant (Children and Families) (Identified)

The Allied Health unit is looking for a Clinical Assistant (Children and Families) to join their multidisciplinary and supportive team.

Deliver high level, culturally responsive care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and their families by providing administrative and clinical assistance to the Senior Allied Health Clinician (Children and Families) in their day-to-day clinical duties.

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Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.

Allied Health work closely with medical, nursing, technical and operational colleagues and community partners to optimise patient recovery and wellbeing. The Allied Health workforce is supported to achieve clinical excellence through a commitment to improving quality, creating continuous improvement opportunities and a culture of learning and development.

Aligned with achieving the objectives of the CQHHS Health Equity Strategy 2022-2025, this role will contribute to the delivery of high level, culturally responsive care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and their families by providing administrative and clinical assistance to the Senior Allied Health Clinician (Children and Families) in their day-to-day clinical duties. This role works under the supervision and direction of the Senior Allied Health Clinician and undertakes only those clinical tasks delegated to them.

Mandatory qualification/s: Nil

Non-mandatory qualifications/requirements: While not mandatory, a Certificate IV – Allied Health Assistant would be well regarded.

• Ability to apply knowledge in Allied Health, such as knowledge of the healthcare system, computer literacy, medical terminology, general medical conditions, and basic anatomy.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander individuals, family and communities, and networking with other services and health professionals.

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $79,736 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $33.52 - $35.24 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Education Opportunities – Study and Research
• Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health ( mailto:***************@health.qld.gov.au ) and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK4F572745.

Applications close: Tuesday, 2 July 2024.