Position Profile: As part of a multi-disciplinary team, provide direct clinical and processional expertise to ensure comprehensive assessments for eligible clients of the aged care programs. Provide consultancy advice and support for hospital and community based aged care programs to ensure optimal clinical support and care.

This is a Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time or Casual appointment with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

Area Profile:The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of thebiggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprisesseven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located acrossrural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health servicesto country WA residents and visitors.

Suitability Criteria:

Suitability recognises that a range of factors contribute to merit, including skills, knowledge, abilities, behaviours, ethical alignment and relevant operational requirements. The suitability requirements below are derived from the Job Description Form and define what will be assessed to determine your suitability for the role:

1. Tertiary qualification in specified profession (Nursing or relevant Allied Health)
2.



Builds rapport and relationships with older people and their families/carers through clear and person-focused communication
3. Ability to clinically assess and ______ clinical and safety concerns.
4. Ability to manage a demanding workload and prioritise service and delivery needs.
5. Ability to work effectively within a regional health service context.

Employee Benefits:In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of perks which may include (in line with operational requirements):

- 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here
- Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location based allowances

For Further Job Related Information:We encourage you to contact Kylie Pettit on 0439 828 227 or [email protected].

Applicants are required to provide:

- A statement addressing the suitability criteria, (maximum 3 pages) outlining your skills, experience, knowledge and what you will bring to the role
- A detailed curriculum vitae (CV)



summarising your relevant experience and ability to meet the position requirements
- The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees, preferably including your current or most recent manager

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Further information about the role, including key duties please see the Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Application Instructions:Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of aquality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

📌 Health Professional Aged Care Assessment Team (Australia)
🏢 - Peel
📍 Australia