Address The purpose of the role is to provide comprehensive work related and non-work related injury and illness management for Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service staff.
The Role
An opportunity has become available for two Senior Workplace Rehabilitation Advisor's to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Provide comprehensive and expert injury management education and consultancy services to workers, divisional management and executives
Lead in the development and implementation of health and safety policies and initiatives
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to gather information to enable factual submissions
Build and maintain effective and productive relationships at divisional level with managers and leaders
Coordinate and review the investigation of serious accidents and incidents in facilities with staff and facilitate the preparation of management reports on these issues
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
While not mandatory, a qualification in personal injury management would be well regarded
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent full time (two positions)
Base salary ranging from $102 492 - $111 516 per annum
About Us
Our focus is on reducing injuries in the workplace and working closely with our stakeholders to ensure safe and sustainable return to work for employees, in accordance with our Recover at Work philosophy. Work Health and Safety has a dedicated team for injury management whose goal is to reduce the impact of workplace injury for workers and the organisation. In addition to managing worker related injuries, the Injury Management Team facilitates the return to work for non-work related claims.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 15 April 2024
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC553725
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
