Job Description - Nurse Officer - Defence Force Recruiting (DFR) (ANZ00000R)

Job Description

Nurse Officer - Defence Force Recruiting (DFR) - ( ANZ00000R )

Proudly Australian, Sonic HealthPlus is the largest provider of corporate medicine in the country. With a national network of wholly owned metropolitan and remote clinics, we deliver Occupational Health, General Practice and integrated medical, paramedical and wellness services to both large and small corporate and community groups.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Nurse ready to take your career to the next level? We're looking for exceptional Defence Force Recruiting (DFR) Nurse Officers to play a vital role in shaping the future of the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

The successful candidate will be primarily based at Anzac House (Perth CBD), on a Full-Time/Part-Time basis, working 38 hours, Monday to Friday.

DUTIES

As a Nurse Officer, you will be a cornerstone of our team, responsible for conducting preliminary assessments and providing guidance to Medical Screeners.

Your role will encompass:

- Conduct telephone vetting and in-person preliminary assessments
- Ensure all preliminary assessment information is entered accurately into the electronic health record
- Review online medical history questionnaire and extract additional information while taking notes in the online medical records system.
- Medical file reviews
- Archive record identification and requests
- Extant reports requests as needed
- Monitoring & maintaining equipment used during preliminary assessments
- Follow established policy and procedures within a well-defined Defence framework

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS





Asthe successful candidate, you will be a Registered Nurse with current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) together with the following:

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to navigate electronic health records/systems and other relevant ICT systems
- Minimum 3 years’ broad medical experience in a health system comparable to Australia
- Experience within a Defence or on-base setting or in the delivery of pre-employment medicals would be highly desirable.
- Current Working With Children Check
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (HLTAD009) certification.
- To apply for this position, you must be anAustralian Citizenand hold or have the ability to maintain an AGSVA Baseline Security Clearance.

Veterans and those with Defence Force experience, we encourage you to apply.

WHY JOIN US?

- Rewarding chance in being part of shaping Australia’s future of defence
- Ongoing training and development
- Stable, reputable national healthcare provider (part of the global Sonic Healthcare)
- Paid parental leave
- Numerous discounts including travel, gym membership and health insurance options
- Novated Leasing
- Discounted fees for various medical services e.g. pathology, radiology and travel health




- Employee Assistance Program
- Focus on corporate social responsibility e.g. fundraising, supporting community events

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

At Sonic HealthPlus, we embrace a diverse mix of minds and backgrounds, creating a supportive environment where every voice is valued. Our commitment to gender equity fosters a safe, respectful, and welcoming space for all. We honour the unique experiences of veterans and current serving members of the Australian Defence Force and their families, whose military backgrounds enrich our workplace.

We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientations, religions and gender identities, reflecting the vibrant diversity of our communities. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we value social and cultural diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. Sonic HealthPlus prioritises accessibility and we are happy to adjust our recruitment processes to support all candidates. If you require more information about our diversity, equity and inclusion framework or would like assistance with your application, please contact us at [email protected].

Primary Location

AU-WA-Perth

We employ over 1,000 professionals across the country, from a wide range of backgrounds.

Regardless of where you work or what job you do, the one thing we all have in common is the want to do a great job, help out our clients, provide the best possible service and have some fun along the way.

📌 Nurse Officer (Perth)
🏢 Sonic Healthplus
📍 Perth