Employment Type : Temporary Full Time Position Classification : Administration Clinical Support Officer Level 3 Remuneration : $66,027.58 - $68,085.5 per annum plus superannuation Hours Per Week : 38 Requisition ID : REQ495767 An exciting opportunity to join South Eastern Sydney Local Health District The Sutherland Hospital is now recruiting to Women's and Children's Health. The vision for nursing and midwifery at The Sutherland Hospital is to: Build a united team that provides compassionate care to our community through transformational, supportive and holistic nursing and midwifery. Now is an exciting time to join The Sutherland Hospital, with our $81.5 million expansion nearing completion. The Sutherland Hospital is a 375-bed, major metropolitan hospital and an associated teaching hospital of the University of NSW . Where you'll be working: Gurung (Child & Adolescent Ward) consists of a level 4, 10 Bed Child & Adolescent Unit, Known as Gurung (with the Capacity to SURGE to 18 beds), and a level 3, 4 bed Special Care Nursery. Gurung (Child & Adolescent Ward) at The Sutherland Hospital cares for children and their families 0-16 years. Newborns and children presenting with a variety of acute/chronic illnesses and conditions are cared for within the service. Infants and children may present with common paediatric illnesses along with general surgical, orthopaedic, gastroenterology, respiratory or neurology conditions. Patients are cared for by Paediatricians and/or specialist physicians and surgeons. The service offers a Child Acute Review Service (CARS) for patients and families for continuity of care in the community. The service also offers a Hospital School with designated teaching staff employed by the Department of Education. Gurung, (Child and Adolescent Ward) promote the principles of the Breast Friendly Health Initiative and The Sutherland Hospital is a BFHI accredited facility. Our Hospital and Community: Established in 1958, The Sutherland Hospital campus offers a comprehensive range of inpatient and community services to around 226,000 residents of the Sutherland Shire, colloquially known as 'The Shire'. Part of the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) and located in Caringbah, the hospital campus is close to some of Sydney's great beaches, restaurants, bars and cafes at Cronulla and is close to the beautiful Royal National Park. At Miranda, just a short walk away from the hospital, there is a Westfield Shopping Centre and cinema complex. What you'll be doing The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is 'exceptional care, healthier lives' . SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it. SESLHD is committed to improving the care provided to our patients in line with our vision of Working together to improve the health and wellbeing of our community. The Clinical Support Officer (CSO) is responsible for supporting work activities of the Nurses, Medical and Allied Health staff with locally determined shift times based on patient and service delivery needs. • The CSO may provide support across the facility or to more than one service. • The CSO is required to work closely with existing administrative staff. • The CSO role compliments existing roles, systems and processes within the organisation. • The CSO is expected to provide timely and accurate administrative / transactional services for members of the healthcare team on their designated ward(s)/ unit(s) under the direction of the NM/ NUM/ MUM/ CNC. • The CSO works under broad supervision, however is required to take some independent action. Scope exists for exercising initiative in the application of established work practices and procedures. Decisions affecting the overall functioning and management of the ward/unit/ service remain the responsibility of the NM/ NUM/ MUM/ CNC. The Benefits 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees) Salary packaging options - Up to $9k for living expenses $2.6k meal & entertainment Novated leasing. Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members Discounted Private Health Insurance Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing. All Category A workers and new recruits are required to receive one dose of the seasonal influenza vaccine annually to be considered compliant. Category A workers and new recruits who are non-compliant with seasonal influenza vaccination or have a medical contraindication to influenza vaccinations must comply with all other infection control risk reduction strategies as directed while working in a Category A position. SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply. Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and we have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can provide support. If you have any questions or would like guidance on the recruitment process, please contact the SESLHD Aboriginal Employment Team via email to: SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforcehealth.nsw.gov.au Selection Criteria : Holds or is willing to undertake a Certificate III in Health Administration or equivalent. Excellent communication skills including accurate spelling, good comprehension, confidence in the spoken word and ability to deal confidently and courteously with people at all levels. Capacity to work under broad supervision and to undertake a diverse range of tasks as an effective member of a team in high pressure, high volume work environment. Computer literacy with demonstrated experience in word processing, data entry, spreadsheet and database software. Strong organisational and problem solving skills and the ability to meet deadlines. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Elise Donsworth on Elise.Donsworthhealth.nsw.gov.au Applications Close: 10 July 2024
