AddressContribute to the development, coordination, and evaluation of Interprofessional Learning activities that enhance the quality of healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.
- lead excellence in remote rural and Indigenous Health
- Part time – 7.25 hpw | Fixed term to 31 December 2024
- Based on Thursday Island where you can enjoy a tropical lifestyle whilst achieving your career goals
- Academic Level B $103,238 - $121,815 +17% super
Creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally, and globally, James Cook University (JCU) is now looking to appoint an Interprofessional Learning Coordinator. This is a part time, fixed-term opportunity and is based in the tropical location of Thursday Island.
How you’ll make a difference
We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as an Interprofessional Learning Coordinator. This position plays a pivotal role in facilitating interprofessional education initiatives aimed at fostering collaboration and teamwork among students from various healthcare disciplines. The successful candidate will contribute to the development, coordination, and evaluation of Interprofessional Learning activities, ultimately enhancing the quality of healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.
What you’ll bring
- Previous experience in coordinating interprofessional education programs or initiatives within a healthcare or academic setting.
- Knowledge of interprofessional education principles, theories, and models, as well as their application in practice.
- Demonstrated experience in remote or rural advanced practice and/or education and an understanding of remote and rural primary health care, workforce and health services in a remote and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander context such as outback Queensland.
- Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health issues and culturally safe practice.
- Ability to manage and work effectively in a small, dispersed team.
About the Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health
The Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health (MCRRH) is part of a national network of federally funded University Departments of Rural Health and James Cook University, and has a mission to lead excellence in remote rural and Indigenous Health.
Why you’ll love working JCU?
At JCU we firmly believe that people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff. We live by our values and deliver against our Strategic Intent in an environment that values respect, excellence and delivering a sustainable future for the people of the Tropics.
We offer:
- generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions
- ongoing professional and career development
- attractive options for salary packaging
- work and life balance with a 36.25 hour working week
- substantial leave entitlements
- individual Flexibility Arrangements
- fitness Passport
- employee Assistance Program
- access to online media subscriptions
- corporate discount on health insurance
- on-site facilities including medical, cafes, and gymnasium
What matters to us at JCU?
- Our People - Our staff, students, and the communities we serve
- Our Education - Knowledge has the power to change lives
- Our Place - the Tropics and beyond
- Our Research - a catalyst for innovation and knowledge generation
Want to know more?
Click on Apply now and you will be redirected to the JCU Careers website.
Apply for Vacancy Reference Number 18926
For further information, or a confidential discussion, please contact Katrina Bird on 0419 891 *** or via email ************@jcu.edu.au
James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community, and are committed to ensuring our community, and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming
