Clinical Nurse Consultant - Secondary Triage Clinician (526478L7)

Job Type: Contract position | Casual position

Job Description

MedicalJobsAustralia.com Clinical Nurse Consultant

- Secondary Triage Clinician (526478L7)

Department of Health Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing CMHW

- Ambulance Tasmania

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 19 July, 2026 11:55 PM Position details Applications close: Sunday 19 July, 2026 11:55 PM AEST Award-Classification: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 6 Employment type: Permanent, part-time Region: South Located in: Lower Level, 12 Brisbane St Job description: Provide expert clinical assessment and telephone triage for patients referred through Ambulance Tasmania's Secondary Triage Service. Using specialised triage systems, you will assess patient needs, deliver health advice, and connect people with the most appropriate care pathway.

The Team Join Ambulance Tasmania's Secondary Triage Service, a dedicated team of experienced clinicians committed to delivering the right care, at the right time, in the right place. Using advanced clinical expertise, evidence-based triage systems and strong partnerships across the health sector, the team assesses patient needs, provides expert health advice, and connects people with the most appropriate care pathway. Working in a collaborative and supportive environment, our clinicians play a vital role in improving patient outcomes, enhancing service efficiency, and contributing to continuous quality and safety improvements across the Tasmanian healthcare system.

The Role Conduct structured call taking procedures using multiple technology platforms, including an approved medical triaging software system to assess triple zero callers who have conditions that may not require emergency ambulance attendance. Refer patients-callers to the most appropriate-available service, as per the recommendations of the triaging software system and AT policy, procedures and work instructions, to ensure the best possible outcome for the patient-caller. Provide expert health advice to the patient-caller where appropriate.

You will need Demonstrated high level interpersonal,



negotiating and influencing skills to gain acceptance of ideas and the ability to adapt to accommodate constantly changing situations and individuals. Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills and the ability to be clear, concise and accurate when both collecting and conveying complex information. Demonstrated ability to effectively identify and apply an advanced level of clinical judgement to respond respectfully and compassionately to the needs of patients, relatives and other stakeholders.

Note:

- Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services.

Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites. Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients.

It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work. Details of appointment Permanent, part time, shift worker position, working 20 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

- notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies. Salary $118,297 to $125,543 per annum (Pro rata).



Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023. In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available: Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type Salary Packaging

- living expenses up to $9,010
- $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year
- other perks if eligible
- Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.

Fitness Passport

- You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023). More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here Eligibility Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: Four years post qualification experience as a Registered Nurse Experience in triaging patients and-or telephone triage Emergency Services call taking and-or dispatch Competent keyboarding skills

- Excel and Word capability

Note:

- Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance. Statement of Duties: CNC

- Secondary Triage Clinician (G6).

- applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Julia Schmidtke Nursing Director, Patient Transfer & Integrated Care ***************@ambulance.tas.gov.au

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