Role Description APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY A THIRD PARTY Job ad reference: MNP201897 Closing Date: Thursday, 21 January 2016 Role title: Equipment Loan Coordinator Classification: AO4 Status: Permanent Full Time Salary Range: $70 303 - $77 459 per annum Unit/Department: Hospital and Health Service: Community Indigenous and Subacute Services Brighton Health Campus Metro North Hospital and Health Service Contact name: Donnel Hodges Location*: Brighton Contact number: (07) 3049 1460 Online applications: www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au * Please note: there may be a requirement to work at other facilities located across Metro North Hospital & Health Service About Metro North Hospital and Health Service Metro North Hospital and Health Service (MNHHS) is an independent statutory body overseen by a Hospital and Health Board. It is the largest of 16 Hospital and Health Services in the Queensland Public Health system. It covers an area of 4157 square kilometres and serves a population approaching 900,000 people. MNHHS is unique in its composition in that two of its five hospitals are tertiary facilities that provide statewide super specialty services such as Heart and Lung Transplantation, Burns, and Positron Emission Tomography (PET). Metro North HHS has a range of subacute, post acute, community based health services to support patient discharge and hospital avoidance as well as a number of residential facilities, Oral Health Services and a fully integrated Mental Health Service including both community and hospital based care. Our Vision MNHHS exemplifies compassionate, innovative and high quality health care, providing one hospital and health service for many. Our Values Respect Teamwork Compassion Shared Responsibility Our values support those of the Queensland Public Service of Customers first, Ideas into action, Unleash potential, Be courageous, and Empower people. Please visit our website for additional information about MNHHS. http://www.health.qld.gov.au/metronorth/ About the Role Context This role reports directly to the Facility Services Director, Community Indigenous and Subacute Services (CISS), MNHHS. The Equipment Loan Coordinator will have direct and indirect relationships with CISS Executive and Clinical Leaders CISS Facility Leaders Page 1 of 7
Purpose The Equipment Loan Coordinator (ELC) is responsible for coordinating the Clinical Equipment Loan Services to provide cost efficient, equitable and timely access to centralised equipment to enable safe and quality patient care. The ELC will also be an active member of CISS Incident Management Team. Key Accountabilities Proactively manage the distribution of loan of equipment from Central Equipment Stores (CES) and the return of loan equipment, utilising a data management system. Coordinate the cleaning, basic functional testing and servicing of CES equipment in conjunction with Manufacturers, Biomedical Technology Services, MNHHS Policy and Procedures and CES data base requirements. Assist with the annual CISS Asset stocktake. Comply with relevant MNHHS procedures, National Safety and Quality Health Services Standards and Infection Control Guidelines, and maintain up to date CES Procedures and Work Unit Guidelines to support local implementation of safe work practices with quality improvements. Coordinate effective and timely data input and provide reports on the use of equipment. Assist Clinical Staff with advice regarding the appropriate use of CES equipment. Provide information and advice to CISS Asset Committee regarding CES equipment and consumables and participate in evaluation of new equipment as required. Liaise with Clinical experts in the CISS Safety & Quality Unit and across the Facilities/Services to achieve best practice and outcomes for patient care Testing and tagging of all Equipment after specific training. Safety and Quality Relevant to the position, participate in the ongoing education, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of safety and quality initiatives relevant to The National Safety and Quality Health Services Standards and the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS) Evaluation and Quality Improvement Program (EQuIP). Mandatory qualifications/professional registration/other requirements Demonstrated ability and proficiency in the use of contemporary computerised systems, including word processing applications, spreadsheet applications, power point presentations and accurate, high level keyboard skills. As CISS sites are scattered across MNHHS (13 sites) it is essential the successful applicant have a current drivers licence. How you will be assessed You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key capabilities, knowledge and experience. Within the context of the responsibilities described above under Key Accountabilities, the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following: Coordinate the maintenance, use and distribution of clinical equipment and associated consumables. Effective leadership and management skills High Level of communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills with experience in the health care environment and advantage Ability to organise, prioritise and plan work demands A focus on customer service and service provision Experience in the maintenance of record/generation reports for equipment and supplies. Capability Component Behavioural Indicators Support Strategic Direction Support shared purpose and direction Understand and support MNHHS vision, mission and business objectives Understand the reasons for decisions and recommendations and is able to explain how Think strategically Understand the work environment and contribute to the development they are relevant to your work Contribute to the development of plans, strategies and team goals Page 2 of 7
Harness information and opportunities Show judgement, intelligence and common sense of plans, strategies and team goals. Draw on information from multiple sources and use agreed guidelines to analyse what information is important and how it should be used. Undertake analysis and draw accurate conclusions based on evidence. Understand the corporate priorities and the business context of MNHHS. Think laterally, be innovative, identify and implement work practices Achieve Results Identify and use resources wisely Apply and build professional expertise Respond positively to change Take responsibility for managing work projects to achieve results Support Productive Working Relationships Nurture internal and external relationships Review task performance and communicate outcomes to supervisor. Contribute own expertise to achieve outcomes for the business unit. Establish task plans and simple project plans with measurable milestones to deliver objectives Commit to achieving quality outcomes and adhere to documentation procedures. Build and sustain positive relationships with team members and clients. Make effective use of team and individual capabilities. Apply and develop capabilities to meet performance expectations Construct task plans and simple project plans with measurable milestones to deliver objectives. Use and encourage others to use appropriate information management systems to keep information up to date. Provide courteous, prompt and professional service to clients. Capability Component Behavioural Indicators Listen to, understand and recognise the needs of others Actively listen to colleagues and clients. Share information and ensure others are kept informed of Operate as an effective member of the team and work collaboratively. Value individual differences and diversity issues. Recognise the different working styles of individuals, and factor this into the management of tasks. Maintain an awareness of the personalities, motivations and other diverse qualities of people. Capability Component Behavioural Indicators Share learning and support others Make time for people and support the contribution of others. Identify development opportunities for self and share learnings with others. Display Personal Drive and Integrity Demonstrate Public Service professionalism and probity Engage with risk and show personal courage Act professionally at all times and operate within the boundaries of MNHHS processes and legal and public policy constraints. Provide accurate advice on issues. Treat people fairly and equitably and be transparent in dealing with others. Check and confirm the accuracy of information prior to release. Page 3 of 7
Commit to action Promote and adopt a positive and balance approach to work Demonstrate selfawareness and a commitment to personal development Take personal responsibility for accurate completion of work and seek guidance when required. Focus on achieving objectives even in difficult circumstances. Communicate areas of strength and work with supervisor to identify development needs. Get on with the job at hand and apply self with energy and drive. Support a positive working environment. Reflect on own behaviours and work style and be aware of how they impact on others. Communicate with Influence Communicate clearly Confidently present messages in a clear and concise meaning. Listen, understand Seek to understand the audience and adopt to the and tailor communication style and audience messages accordingly. Negotiate confidently Listen to, and consider different ideas and discuss issues credibly and thoughtfully. Structure messages clearly and succinctly, both orally and in writing. Focus on gaining a clear understanding of others comments by listening and asking clarifying questions. Identify other people s expectations and concerns. How to apply Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability: 1. A short statement (maximum 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key accountabilities and meet the key skills requirements. 2. Your current CV or resume, including referees. You must 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 CV or resume. 3. Submit your application online via www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au by the closing date. 4. Please note that hand delivered applications will not be accepted. Additional Information Applications will remain current for 12 months or for the duration of the vacancy. Future vacancies of a temporary, full time and part time nature may also be filled through this recruitment process. Health Care Workers in Queensland Health whose occupation poses a potential risk of exposure to blood or body fluids must be immunised against Hepatitis B according to the National Health and Medical Research Council Australian Immunisation Handbook and the Queensland Health Infection Control Guidelines. Pre-employment screening, including criminal history and discipline history checks, may be undertaken on persons recommended for employment. Roles providing health, counselling and support services mainly to children will require a Blue Card, unless otherwise exempt. Applicants may be required to disclose any pre-existing illness or injury which may impact on their ability to perform the role. Details are available in section 571 of the Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003. (http://www.justice.qld.gov.au/fair-and-safe-work/workers-compensation-and-rehabilitation/) 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 http://www.psc.qld.gov.au/publications/assets/policies/lobbyist-disclosure-policy.pdf Employees who are permanently appointed to Queensland Health may be required to undertake a period of probation appropriate to the appointment. For further information, refer to Probation HR Policy B2 http://www.health.qld.gov.au/qhpolicy/docs/pol/qh-pol-197.pdf. Page 4 of 7
All relevant health professionals, who in the course of their duties formulate a reasonable suspicion that a child or youth has been abused 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. Page 5 of 7
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