Staff Specialist Palliative Care

13 hours ago


West Ipswich, Australia Queensland Government Full time

**About the role

Specialist Palliative Care services incorporated into this role include managing patients across inpatient, outpatient and community Palliative Care services in West Moreton Health.

The Palliative Care Community Service works in an integrated model of care with the palliative care inpatient and consultation services and consists of a Home Visiting Service (including face to face visits and telehealth), Palliative Care Hospital in the Home Program and Specialist Palliative Care in Aged Care Program. This position also supports the three rural hospitals in the health service to deliver high quality palliative care.

Specialist palliative care services in West Moreton are delivered through an integrated model of care with all aspects of the service working collaboratively toward patient centred care across the continuum as the patient moves seamlessly through different settings of care. The inpatient/outpatient service provides specialist palliative care consultation and advice for inpatients, patients in the emergency department and outpatient clinics.

About you

Demonstrated interpersonal skills which allow effective communication in a multi-disciplinary environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of safety and quality assurance initiatives, as well as the ability to conduct audits and data analysis of key outcome measures.
Experience in relevant areas of inpatient and outpatient care.
A sound knowledge of contemporary Human Resource issues including time management, Workplace Health & Safety, Equal Employment Opportunity, Anti-discrimination and Code of Conduct

Mandatory Requirements:
Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community - Follow this link

**Benefits**:
17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
Professional development
Salary sacrificing options
Wellness programs
Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.



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