Staff Specialist Queensland Statewide Antimicrobial
2 weeks ago
The Staff Specialist, Queensland Antimicrobial Stewardship Program a key member of a multidisciplinary team formed to optimize the use of antimicrobials in Queensland HHS facilities in order to prevent the emergence of multi-resistant organisms, improve the outcome of infection, ensure cost-effectiveness and reduce adverse effects of antimicrobials.
The staff specialist will assist the director in ensuring that the program achieves its aims- To provide clinical antimicrobial stewardship support for HHSs who do not have a resident infectious diseases physician or microbiologist
- To position Queensland Health as the national leader responding to the risk of antimicrobial resistance and inappropriate antimicrobial use
- To slow the emergence of multiresistant organisms and Clostridium difficile
- To improve clinical outcomes of infection
- To reduce inappropriate antimicrobial usage and thereby preventing avoidable adverse effects
- To avoid adverse outcomes related to intravenous access device complications by decreasing the use of intravenous antimicrobials and encouraging a switch to oral antibiotics
- To assist Queensland facilities to meet the requirements outlined in the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards pertaining to Antimicrobial Stewardship
- To reduce healthcare costs by avoiding healthcarerelated infections, reduced drug expenditure and decrease length of stay
- To support a statewide antimicrobial education program to increase the acceptance of stewardship strategies
- To support surveillance strategies and programs that assist in the Queensland Antimicrobial Resistance Strategy
The staff specialist will actively participate in educational activities, guideline preparation, systems design, scoping and development of information technology solutions, engagement of key stakeholders, and on-call responsibilities for the antimicrobials hotline.
You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following values within the context of the 'Key Accountabilities' found in the role description.
The ideal applicant will be able to demonstrate the following:- Respect demonstrates interpersonal savvy, manages conflict appropriately, communicates effectively and balances the needs of all stakeholders with utmost respect to all people at all times.
- Teamwork collaborates effectively, develops talent, values differences and builds effective teams to bring about best use of resources to deliver healthcare services.
- Compassion is patient / client focussed, demonstrates selfawareness and the effects of behaviour on others, deals with or manages ambiguity and complexity, demonstrates resilience in the delivery of patient services or support in the delivery of services to patients.
- High Performance cultivates innovation, is action oriented, drives results and supports Metro North Health's vision and purpose to exceed expectations of our patients and stakeholders.
- Integrity demonstrates sound decision quality, ensures accountability, demonstrates courage in the face of adversity and works effectively / manages complexity to ensure work output and decisions are ethical and invariably of a high standard.
Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and specialist registration in Infectious Diseases and/or Microbiology with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and nonclinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy worklife balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research.
We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first.
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RBH527093Close date: Tuesday 28th of November 2023This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
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