Nurse Specialist

Overview Notice: WA Health is implementing a new online recruitment system, Corporate Recruitment Advertising Management System (CRAMS), which will replace the current Recruitment Advertising Management System (RAMS). If this is your first application using this new platform, an account will be automatically registered for you as you submit your first application. This platform, and your user account, is separate to the https://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/ recruitment platform, and therefore requires different log in details. Job applications are moving to the new system between December 2024 and July 2025. If you are looking for other vacancies within WA Health, visit https://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/ for all advertised jobs. If you have any questions or difficulties, direct your queries to the contact person listed on the job advert that brought you to this site. Position Nurse Specialist - Clinical Access Management Location: East Perth Unit/Division: Department of Health - Department of Health This is a Permanent Part Time appointment at 38 hours per fortnight. WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed-term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments). Other Conditions WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process. While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision. Position Profile The Nurse Specialist plays a pivotal leadership role in the day-to-day management of the Central Referral Service (CRS), overseeing both nursing and clerical staff. This position ensures the efficient operation of referral processes, aligning with key performance indicators and service standards. The Nurse Specialist provides expert clinical oversight, manages complex referrals, and directs patient pathways to appropriate health services, contributing to the overall effectiveness and responsiveness of the CRS. Employee Benefits In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements): - 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here. - Access to salary packaging arrangements - Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance - Flexible working arrangements - Flexible leave arrangements Selection Criteria Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). Further Job Related Information We encourage you to contact Janet Caurel on 08 6151 6100. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. Application Instructions Applicants are requested to apply online. Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. #J-18808-Ljbffr