Health Clinician - Aged Care Assessment Team

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 31 Dec 2024) Job Share considered
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2, Physiotherapist Level 1 / 2, Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 1 / 2, Counsellor Level 1 / 2, Psychologist
Remuneration: $70,049.73 - $109,397.00 pa (+ superannuation + )
Location: Orange, NSW –
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 4 July 2024 – 11:59pmHealth Clinician - Aged Care Assessment Team
Service Delivery Directorate - OrangeAbout the role
The specialist clinician, working as part of a multidisciplinary team, is responsible for coordinating the care of clients seeking services within their specialty area and providing expert and quality clinical services in collaboration with consumers, carers and other care providers, using an integrated approach. This position will undertake the role of Assessor for the Commonwealth Aged Care Assessment Program, Regional Assessment program and to provide client-end assessment and support for the Geriatric Medicine Programs.The Aged Care Division delivers a range of clinical and non-clinical services across the entire Local Health District to support Older people in their families to enable them remain supported in their home.The Aged Care teams and programs have a strong commitment to advocacy, restorative care and reablement back to wellness and independence. The position will enjoy cooperation and support within a strong leadership team and can expect significant challenges in a changing Aged Care environment which needs to respond to a growing patient population and commonwealth and state health reforms impacting on operations.To find out more about the role click to view theA career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the .To apply for this role:· Click ‘Apply’· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login· Upload your current resume· Answer the selection criteriaRole-related enquiries: Please contact Leah Crow, Nurse Manager Aged Care Assessment Team on 0467 963 163 or at for more information.Additional information for applicants:· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under . Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit· For more information, visit a