Clinical Practice Protocol Advisor X3

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Casual

Organisation: Department of Health

**Salary**: $130,673 - $174,869

Occupation: Medical and Nursing

Reference: VG/DH/POLAR/1791038

The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.
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**About the role**:
These positions will form part of the Clinical Practice Protocol Assessment Committee (the committee), located within the Regulated Services Team, of the Health Regulator Branch. As a key member of the committee your primary purpose is to ensure the development and refinement of comprehensive, evidence-based clinical guidelines for use by licenced First Aid Service organisations. You will play a crucial role in synthesizing clinical information into clear and actionable recommendations, ultimately aiming to enhance patient care, safety, and outcomes.

**About us**:
At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

**How you'll make a difference**:

- Deliver Clinical Practice Protocol Committee project outcomes, including:

- Comprehensive research & identification of best practice clinical care for the first aid sector (basic and intermediate)
- Develop clinical guidelines in accordance with defined quality metrics
- Provide education to First Aid Sector to support transition to clinical guidelines
- Review and approve clinical guidelines submitted by first aid services
- Develop and maintain a broad range of working relationships with internal and external partners through advice and consistent consultation

**Suitable applicants will be able to demonstrate**:

- Current clinical expertise in out-of hospital clinical care
- Knowledge and experience working in the event medical/first aid sector
- Ability to conduct comprehensive review of existing evidence to inform guideline recommendations
- Knowledge of established methodological standards and guidelines for clinical guideline development (e.g. GRADE, AGREE II)
- Exceptional communication skills - both verbal and written
- Stakeholder engagement skills
- Proven problem solving ability
- Attention to detail

Successful applicants must also have a current AHPRA registration as medical Practitioner, Nurse, or Paramedic.

To learn more please click ‘Apply' to view the Position Description on the Careers.vic website.

**What we offer**:

- The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
- A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
- A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

**How to apply**:
Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians.

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