Company

Knox City CouncilSee more

addressAddressVictoria
type Form of workCasual/Temporary
CategoryHealthcare

Job description

Job no: 495362
Work type: Casual
Location: Knox Civic Centre
Categories: Immunisation

Your new role

You will be responsible for the safe administration of sub-cutaneous, intramuscular and oral vaccine, with vaccines delivered in public, school and corporate settings. Positioned within Council’s Health Services department, you will be accountable for the control and prevention of the spread of infectious diseases within Knox through the provision of immunisation, education and advice. Providing a high level of customer service, you will also maintain professionalism, integrity and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

  • Advise Team Leader Immunisation on vaccine and medical equipment stock control.
  • Prepare medical supplies, equipment and vaccines for each immunisation session.
  • Assist with the setting up of each immunisation venue.
  • Advise parents on pre and post vaccination care of children.
  • Vaccinate clients in accordance with NH&MRC schedules and Council’s quality procedures.

This is a Casual role based at Knox Civic Centre however we can offer a range of flexible work options for the right candidate. A variety of shifts are on offer, key days of availability preferred are: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. 

This is a KCC 1.0 - 2.0 Immunisation Nurse classified role, Casual rate will be between $60.51-$62.02 per hour (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee. 

What you will need to thrive

The key selection criteria for this role are:

  • Knowledge and understanding of the current The Australian Immunisation Handbook; developed by Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation and endorsed by the National Health & Medical Research Council.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to relate to others both within and outside of Council.
  • Demonstrated commitment to a team philosophy and willingness to participate in continuous improvement of work practices.
  • Demonstrated experience in the provision of immunisation within a public health setting.
  • Clear understanding of immunisation guidelines concerning contraindications and emergency procedures.
  • Qualified Division 1 Registered Nurse
  • Certificate of Accreditation in Immunisation.
  • CPR Certificate with anaphylaxis component (renewed annually).
  • Current Working with Children Check
  • Current and valid Victorian Driver’s Licence

How to apply

Please provide a resume and brief cover letter addressing the ‘what you need to thrive’ section from the position description to outline how your experience and skills relate to the role.

For further information on this role please contact Clare D'Arcy-Evans at ***************@knox.vic.gov.au or on 03 9298 8***.

To view a copy of the position description please visit our Knox City Council Careers Page.

Apply by: 11:45PM 14 March 2024

Why Us

At Knox, making a difference to others and our community is at the heart of everything we do. We are inspired by empowering our community inside and out to thrive and prosper through living our values. We support hybrid and flexible working and embrace diverse and inclusive environments. We succeed by recruiting for excellence through investing in our people, encouraging their unique talents and supporting them to bring their whole selves to work.

We believe in our people and provide a supportive, driven and inclusive culture we are proud of, that focuses on wellbeing.

Beyond that, we also offer:

  • accrued days off for full time employees;
  • growth and learning opportunities;
  • career development;
  • reward and recognition programs; and,
  • a supportive Employee Assistance Program.

Council has a Covid-19 vaccination policy in place which states that the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate evidence of compliance with vaccination requirements.

To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below. 

 Nurse Immunisation- Inherent Requirements Table .DOCX

Knox Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer ensuring a Child Safe environment that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse.

Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.

Advertised: 01 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 14 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Refer code: 1665043. Knox City Council - The previous day - 2024-03-05 22:57

Knox City Council

Victoria
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