Level 3 Allied Health Clinician - Quick Access Response Team (QuART) SDMHThe Quick Access Response Team (QuART) is a dynamic community-based allied health team providing interdisciplinary allied health care and care coordination to patients in their homes to prevent admissions or support earlier discharge from hospital.$54.77 - $56.54 per hour + 11.5% super & salary packaging | Temporary Part Time – 26 hours per week | Level 3 - Dietitian, Diversional Therapist, Exercise Physiologist, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Social Worker, Speech Pathologist | Shoalhaven Cancer Care Centre | REQ528959 | Applications close: 27th November 2024This is a temporary leave relief position until 29th June 2025 with the possibility of extension and Job-share to be considered for this role.Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.The position provides a specialised clinical service to patients/clients/consumers across the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District. The position will provide high quality outpatient and/or inpatient services for referred patients/clients/consumers and act as a consultant for health professionals in the area of Allied Health: Nutrition & Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Speech Pathology.QuART clinicians work within an interdisciplinary model of care to provide 2 weeks of coordinated, at-home, allied health support and intervention so patients can avoid hospital admissions and/or be discharged as early as possible. Clinicians work with an expanded scope across the allied health disciplines in the team to provide a coordinated service for each patient while being the lead for their discipline within the team.QuART clinicians work closely with each other to support patients as well as Emergency Department clinicians, inpatient teams, outpatient and community services to identify patients appropriate for the service. QuART clinicians also liaise extensively with ISLHD outpatient/community services as well as GPs and external agencies and services to coordinate ongoing care and support for patients to prevent representation to hospital.QuART is located at both Wollongong and Shoalhaven hospitals with positions specific to each site. Teams may provide support across both sites when required. QuART clinicians work predominantly in the community, visiting patients in their homes and provide a broad range of services, not limited to single disciplines. The team also reach into the hospitals to facilitate discharges when required.A little about us.In the Shoalhaven, on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate three hospital sites: , andThere are many benefits of living and working in . The region is home to some of Australia's most beautiful beaches, waterways and National Parks - with Jervis Bay and Kangaroo Valley only a short, 20-minute drive away – and is also host to many annual food and arts festivals and events.Benefits of working with ISLHD.We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home payNovated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)Discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their familiesDiscounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more informationCareer progression, professional development and secondment opportunitiesApply now by reading the selection criteria found in the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the 8 questions within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:Working With Children Check (WWCC)Applicable vaccination requirements for a role.ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Need more information or help applying?· Visit the ISLHD website for more information.· Visit the Stepping Up program which supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.· Follow us on social media for updates.· For role-related queries or help applying, contact Zoe Gulliver on ****** careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad.#J-18808-Ljbffr