Assistant In Nursing

Assistant in Nursing

The Fertility Centre

Liverpool, Sydney NSW

Part time Monday-Friday 7am-2pm

About The Fertility Centre

The Fertility Centre, part of IVF Australia and the Virtus Health group, has an established reputation for providing excellence in fertility care in a compassionate and personalised environment in its network of clinics in NSW and ACT.

Are you an assistant in Nursing or Nursing student experienced in advanced customer service and looking to extend your skills?

Do you have the sensitivity and compassion needed to assist patients in their fertility journey?

Working in a multidisciplinary team you will be enthusiastic and empathetic and will find this a highly satisfying role.

Our Values

Virtus' core values and commitments are:

· Integrity – We act honestly and with integrity in all our dealings, both internally and externally.

· Respect – We respect all people; their ideas and cultures and our words and actions must reflect this respect.

· Safety – We are committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment to safeguard the health and safety of our employees, consultants, contractors, customers, suppliers and other persons who visit our workplace, or who we work with, as required by law.

· Excellence – We are committed to developing a culture of excellence within Virtus, with the intention that we deliver quality of service that:

· Meets the expectations of our customers (both internal and external)

· Meets the relevant regulatory requirements

· Leading Minds Leading Science – We are committed to developing our people to ensure that our patients have access to the best possible care and outcomes.

· Inclusiveness - valuing and respecting diversity without judgment

Position Overview

The AIN plays an important role in supporting the operation of The Fertility Centre and IVF Australia clinics. This is a multi-faceted role which is responsible for providing clinical support to the organisation including assisting medical officers, scientists and registered nurses with the care of clients.

The position is also responsible for the provision of high-quality reception services and administration support to clients, visitors, clinical and non-clinical staff to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the centre.

The AIN works within the multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of services which are safe, effective and client centred.

Selection Criteria

Essential

· Basic knowledge and understanding of the principles of infection control

· Demonstrated ability to support clients and provide assistance during clinical procedures such as ultrasound guided embryo transfer

· Current CPR certificate or the desire to attain

· Sound computer skills, including MS Office applications

· Demonstrated ability to provide customer service, reception and administrative support

· Proven strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills

· Demonstrated high level customer service skills

· High level ability to manage competing demands and adapt effectively to change

· Ability to perform tasks under the direction of the clinician with minimal supervision, as well as within a broader team

Desirable

· Phlebotomy skills, or desire to learn

• Current NSW driver's license

· Experience in a clinical/primary health care setting including use of, or willingness to develop competency in, the use of equipment sterilisation and medical appointment booking systems

· Experience in providing services to relevant population groups,

· Immunisation/vaccination requirements apply to this role

COVID Vaccination

· In accordance with NSW Public Health Orders, all staff employed by IVF Australia are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19.

To Apply

Your application must include a:
- Resume (CV); and
- Cover letter outlining how your skills and experience

Closing date for applications is If interested, we encourage you to apply promptly. Applications will be assessed as they are received, with suitable candidates contacted and progressed without delay.

Please apply visa email to:
Jessica Pulis, Nursing Unit Manager

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