Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service

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1 Darling Downs Hospital and Service Job ad reference: H13DD02368 Role title: Advanced (Heart Care Team or Respiratory) Stat: Two permanent full time positions (Future vacancies of a temporary, full time and part time nature may also be filled through this recruitment process.) Unit/Branch: Division/Hospital and Service: Chronic Disease Service Toowoomba Service Darling Downs Hospital and Service Location: Toowoomba Classification level: OO5 Salary level: $ $ per fortnight Closing date: Thursday, 21 March 2013 (Applications will remain current for 12 months) Contact: Val Holdaway Telephone: (07) Online applications: or *** Applicants are encouraged to apply online *** If you are unable to apply online, please contact Statewide Recruitment Services on (07) or Recruitment_Toowoomba@health.qld.gov.au - Hand Delivered applications will not be accepted - About our organisation Queensland s purpose is to provide safe, stainable, efficient, quality and responsive health services for all Queenslanders. Our behaviour is guided by Queensland s commitment to high levels of ethics and integrity and the following five core values: Caring for People: We will show due regard for the contribution and diversity of all staff and treat all patients and consumers, carers and their families with professionalism and respect. Leadership: We will exercise leadership in the delivery of health services and in the broader health system by communicating vision, aligning strategy with delivering outcomes, taking responsibility, supporting appropriate governance and demonstrating commitment and consideration for people. Partnership: Working collaboratively and respectfully with other service providers and partners is fundamental to our success. Accountability, efficiency and effectiveness: We will measure and communicate our performance to the community and governments. We will e this information to inform ways to improve our services and manage public resources effectively, efficiently and economically. Innovation: We value creativity. We are open to new ideas and different approaches and seek to continually improve our services through our contributions to, and support of, evidence, innovation and research.

2 Purpose To provide an advanced level of support to enhance the health and well being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the Toowoomba Hospital and Service with, or at risk of developing cardiac disease ing a Primary health multi-disciplinary, case management model to meet individual and community needs. Your key responsibilities Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in accordance with Queensland s core values, as outlined above. Provide assistance with the admission and discharge planning of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients with or spected of having cardiac disease. Provide effective support and advocacy for identified chronic cardiac or respiratory disease by conducting timely home visits, case management/ conferencing, support groups and follow-up and referrals to relevant health services/ programs. Develop partnerships with other government and non-government agencies to establish support programs that address the particular health needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients within the Darling Downs community. Coordinate and conduct an ongoing and regular screening program for chronic cardiac or respiratory disease risk factors with the Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Community. Coordinate and conduct ongoing chronic disease health promotion and education sessions with members/ families within the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community with or at risk of developing cardiac or respiratory disease. Participates in the review and development of cardiac educational resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Darling Downs community. Empowering consumers to make informed health care decisions through consultation and education. Deliver evidence-based care by working collaboratively and in partnership with consumers, carers, external agencies and other health professionals. Participates and contributes to reviews of policies and procedures to ensure cultural issues are considered. Maintain accurate and timely documentation through the provision of monthly activity reports, client file documentation and monitoring identification records. Qualifications/Professional registration/other requirements Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information mt be provided to the appropriate supervisor/ manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties. Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Possession of a Diploma in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Care. Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000 requires Queensland to seek a working with children check from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position. Hepatitis B immunisation is a condition of employment for Care s in Queensland who have direct patient contact (eg medical officers, nurses and allied health staff), as well as those staff who, in the course of their work, may be exposed to blood or body fluids, for example by exposure to contaminated sharps eg (but not confined to) plumbers. Proof of vaccination mt be provided upon application. Proof of vaccination can be provided via a letter from a general practitioner, infection control or occupational health department. The possession of a C class licence is required. Proof of this endorsement mt be provided before commencement of duty.

3 Are you the right person for the job? You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key attributes. Within the context of the responsibilities described above, the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following: High level understanding and sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, including historical and current determinants for poor health and community protocols Demonstrated ability to work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people (including patients and carer's) within a health related context with a clear understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, protocols and health policies. Planning, problem solving and coordination skills in the management of consumer care. High level interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to identify and manage risk. Ability to work without direct supervision. Demonstrated ability to show respect, honesty and integrity for others, remaining flexible, fair and willing to compromise when dealing with team members, patients, carers and staff. Demonstrated the ability to e information technology to support the provision of patient care. Demonstrated effective written communication skills. Ability to participate effectively in workplace meetings and other related forums. How to apply Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability: A short statement (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant for the role, taking into account the key responsibilities and attributes noted in the Are you the right person for the job? section. Your current CV or resume, including referees. You mt seek approval prior to nominating a person as a referee. Referees should have a thorough knowledge of your work performance and conduct, and it is preferable to include your current/immediate past supervisor. By providing the names and contact details of your referee/s you consent for these people to be contacted by the selection panel. If you do not wish for a referee to be contacted, please indicate this on your resume and contact the selection panel chair to discs. Application form (only required if not applying online). About the Service District/Division/Branch/Unit The Darling Downs Hospital and Service comprises of seven local government areas of Taroom Shire Council, Western Downs Regional Council, including Wandoan, Miles, Chinchilla, Jandowae, Glen Morgan, Meandarra, Tara and Moonie, South Burnett Regional Council, covering Murgon, Cherbourg, Wondai, Kingaroy and Nanango, Dalby Regional Council, Toowoomba Regional Council including Oakey, Southern Downs Regional Council comprising of Warwick and Stanthorpe and Goondiwindi Regional Council including Inglewood and Texas. The Hospital and Service, services a population of approximately 280,000 people. The Hospital and Service demographics are diverse and include metropolitan and small rural community settings. The Hospital and Service has a major teaching role, providing both undergraduate and postgraduate clinical experience for members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team. The Hospital and Service currently employs over 4,000 staff. The Darling Downs Hospital and Service is home to one major regional hospital, 19 rural facilities, Mental Services, seven aged care facilities, Community and Oral Services and a population that is expected to grow to over 360,000 in the next 20 years. If you are looking for a challenging and supportive working environment, we encourage you to consider progressing your career with. Toowoomba Service provides a comprehensive range of inpatient and ambulatory care services. It serves as a major referral centre, and provides specialist consultative services to surrounding rural hospitals. Further information relating to the Hospital and Service can be found at the following web address- and at

4 Pre-employment screening Pre-employment screening, including criminal history and discipline history checks, may be undertaken on persons recommended for employment. The recommended applicant will be required to disclose any serio disciplinary action taken against them in public sector employment. In addition, any factors which could prevent the recommended applicant complying with the requirements of the role are to be declared. Roles providing health, counselling and support services mainly to children will require a Blue Card, unless otherwise exempt. Please refer to the Information Package for Applicants for details of employment screening and other employment requirements. professional roles involving delivery of health services to children and youth All relevant health professional (including registered nurses and medical officers) who in the course of their duties formulate a reasonable spicion that a child or youth has been abed or neglected in their home/community environment, have a legislative and a duty of care obligation to immediately report such concerns to Child Safety Services, Department of Communities. All relevant health professional are also responsible for the maintenance of their level of capability in the provision of health care and their reporting obligations in this regard. Salary Packaging To find out whether or not your work unit is eligible for the Public Hospital Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) Exemption Cap please refer to the Salary Packaging Information Booklet for Queensland employees available from the Queensland Salary Packaging Bureau Service Provider RemServ at For further queries regarding salary packaging RemServ s Ctomer Care Centre may be contacted via telephone on Disclosure of Previo Employment as a Lobbyist Applicants will be required to give a statement of their employment as a lobbyist within one (1) month of taking up the appointment. Details are available at Probation Employees who are permanently appointed to Queensland may be required to undertake a period of probation appropriate to the appointment. For further information, refer to Probation HR Policy B2

5 ORGANISATIONAL CHART Chronic Disease Program Organisational Structure DCEO ED THS DON NUM Chronic Diseas e Respirat ory Services Diabete s Service s Cardiac Care Allied CHIP Sub Acute y Lifestyl es Contine nce C C C x 5 C Geriatri cs C Hospita l Liaison Officer HP5 Diabetes Educator Trainee RN Pharmac ist Dieticia n Podiatri st Social Work