AddressAbout the Opportunity
KAMS now has a rewarding opportunity for a Remote Health Centre Coordinatorto join their multidisciplinary team based in Balgo, WA. This role will be offered on a full-time 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off roster basis.
In this role, you will be a Remote Area Nurse or an Aboriginal Health Practitioner and will be required to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and be responsible for the delivery of a comprehensive primary health care service within the Kutjungka Health Centre and surrounding community. This position will also be required to provide management and leadership responsibilities as Acting Health Centre Manager whilst the Health Centre Manager is on leave.
Some of your key responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to):
- Lead a multidisciplinary team and coordinate external health service providers to provide a quality and comprehensive primary health care service to the community under the KAMS Model of Care;
- Undertake the day to day operational management, staff supervision (within scope of practice) and coordination of health service delivery at the Health Centre;
- Manage the operational budget of the Health Centre in consultation with the Executive Manager, Remote Services to ensure appropriate financial management and reporting of the Health Centre resources;
- Manage workforce requirements including recruitment, orientation, professional development, probation and performance appraisals, and mandatory training;
- Complete clinical audits and reporting activities related to clinical practice and improved patient outcomes;About You
To be successful in this role, you will be a Registered Nurse and hold AHPRA registration. You will also have previous experience in a similar role and demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of comprehensive primary health care, including emergency care.
The successful candidate will have excellent leadership and management skills and a strong understanding of cultural safety including a commitment to the principles of Aboriginal community control of health services.
KAMS is looking for an individual with highly developed interpersonal, communication, and report writing skills with the ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal people.
While not essential, candidates with previous experience working within Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations will be held in high regard.
Successful candidates must have a current “C" class manual driver’s licence, ability to travel by road and/or small planes as required, and willingness to undergo a National Police and Working with Children Check prior to employment with KAMS.
About the Benefits
KAMS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. These are highly attractive opportunities for someone with a desire to develop their professional knowledge and experience in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health!
There is also a wide range of fantastic additional benefits for the role, including:
- Attractive base salary of $126,427 PLUS Super;
- Accommodation provided whilst in the community;
- District allowance of $2,149(single)
- Isolation airfares of $1,400; and
- 25% of base salary for on call.
- Salary packaging of up to $30,000 per annum
Working closely with patients, their families and carers, this is a role where you will witness the direct positive impact you're making in the community, as part of a close-knit KAMS team. You will be continually recognised for your dedication and hard work!
Don't miss this exciting and rewarding opportunity to have a positive impact on the health outcomes of Indigenous communities in the spectacular Kimberley region - Apply Now!
Application closes: 18th July 2024 COB
