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Form of workThis is a targeted position in accordance with Policy Directive (PD2016_053) NSW Health Good Health - Great Jobs: Aboriginal Workforce Strategic Framework 2016 - 2020. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent who meet the selection criteria. Exemption is claimed under S21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal applicants must demonstrate Aboriginality by providing documentation before the interview in addition to addressing the selection criteria. For information on Confirmation of Aboriginality requirements click here. In the event there are no suitable Aboriginal applicants then applications from non-Aboriginal applicants will be considered. About the Position: The successful candidate will work Monday – Friday and will lead the day-to-day operations of the Immunisation team along with future planning, priority setting, lead and/or contributing to research activities. Collaboration with service providers and the State immunisation network is imperative in this role and maintaining partnerships is crucial to maintaining and improving immunisation coverage in HNELHD. About the Team: The Immunisation team is part of the Health Protection service, HNE Population Health. HNE Population Health monitors health threats, responds to environmental and communicable disease issues, and promotes policies, environments, and behaviors that improve health for individuals and communities. Our Immunisation team is a dynamic, welcoming, and supportive group who work collaboratively with immunisation providers to: If this sounds like you, we’d LOVE to see you apply: The successful applicant will be a capable leader who can successfully participate and collaborate in a supportive team environment and with a variety of external partners. Their strengths will include: Our successful candidate must possess the following: The role is supported by the Nurse Manager, Clinical Nurse Consultants and Public Health Physicians. The NSW Health Immunisation network provides Immunisation Clinical Leads, Coordinators and teams with consultation, collaboration, working groups, regular network meetings and updates. Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry we provide a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast. Being the largest employer in the region we can offer salary packaging options, educational opportunities and support from a broad network of health professionals. With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen profession. Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits: For role related queries or questions contact Julie Kohlhagen at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate (AIR Immunisation History Statement) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW. Acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement (IHS), or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate, or AIR COVID-19 and Influenza IHS. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.
Located on the land of the Kamilaroi/Gamilaroi/Gomeroi people the Tamworth Population Health building is on the Tamworth Hospital campus. The Tamworth area provides a diverse and enriching environment for residents – offering a broad range of sports, lifestyle, and cultural experiences. Tamworth is a place to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with a great place to raise children and make long term friends. Find out more about this beautiful region by visiting Destination Tamworth.
This role is preferably located in Tamworth however this can be negotiated.
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3) An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
4)This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
5) We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
