AddressFull-time and Part-time opportunities are available.
About us:
Moreton Group is a multidisciplinary healthcare provider that proudly offers leading services in training, non-emergency patient transport and workplace solutions this work supports our for purpose work providing no cost to the patient outreach primary healthcare.
Our dedicated and diverse medical services team provides no cost to the patient access to primary health care focusing on vulnerable Tasmanians, particularly those living in underserved communities and/or experiencing homelessness, through our Day and After Hours Outreach Medical Clinics.
We believe in expanding the health workforce and the value that Nurse Practitioners bring to primary healthcare.
About the role
We seek Nurse Practitioners to work within Moreton Group’s Day and After-Hours Outreach Program, providing clinical care to patients. You will join other Nurse Practitioners and Medical Practitioners who are making a real difference in the lives of Tasmanians. This program is a State and Federal Government supported, walk-in service provided via Tasmania's only mobile clinic that travels to agreed-upon locations and works with identified partnering Community Service Organisations.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver clinical care to patients as per their own field of practice and AHPRA registration.
- Engage with patients and stakeholders in a non-judgmental, respectful, and culturally appropriate manner.
- Make referrals in line with patient needs and empower patients to engage with the service for follow-ups.
- Positively represent Moreton Group with Community Sector Organisation Partners and other stakeholders within the sector.
- Support positive patient behaviour management and de-escalation as required.
Qualifications and Experience Required:
- An open mind to being part of the primary healthcare solution needed in Tasmania.
- Demonstrated clinical qualification.
- Completion or working towards completion of Nurse Practitioner Candidacy and authority to practice.
- Willingness to support people experiencing homelessness.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Previous experience with Medical Director or Pracsoft or willingness to learn.
- Right to work in Australia.
Joining the team at Moreton Group means:
- Becoming part of a well-established and respected healthcare organisation.
- Being given the time to support patient needs.
- Competitive remuneration.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Access to training and development opportunities.
Successful applicants must:
- Hold current AHPRA registration.
- Hold current professional indemnity insurance.
- Hold a current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People Registration.
- Present a National Police Certificate (no older than 12 months).
- Provide evidence of your COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Hold a current Australian Driver's Licence.
If you are interested in joining our team, please click on the 'Apply’' button. You will be required to submit a cover letter and an up-to-date resume that outlines your relevant skills for the role and addresses the demonstrated competencies.
