Cognitive, Dementia and Memory Service

Community Health

Fixed Term Part Time, up to 48 hours per fortnight

December 2025 to March 2026 (long service leave backfill)

Nurses & Midwives Enterprise Agreement (Clin Nurse Cons A) or Health Professionals Award Grade 2 or 3, (depending on qualifications and experience)

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West Gippsland Healthcare Group (WGHG) is seeking a dedicated Assessment Officer to join our Cognitive, Dementia and Memory Service (CDAMS) on a fixed term part time basis, from December 2025 to March 2026 (long service leave backfill). This specialist clinic supports individuals with cognitive and memory impairments, along with their carers and families, by providing early assessment and diagnosis.

In this role, you will conduct assessments, coordinate diagnostic clinics, provide education for clients and their family. You'll work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred care and help connect clients with appropriate services.

We're looking for a qualified health professional with experience in community healthcare, strong communication and assessment skills, and a collaborative approach. A current driver's licence and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential.

If you're passionate about improving lives and making a meaningful impact in your community, we encourage you to apply.

Our preferred candidate will have:

• Degree or other qualification in Health Sciences.
• Current valid registration that allows you to fulfil the key responsibilities of this role.
• Excellent Assessment skills and relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of Dementia and the impacts on cognitive assessments
• Responsible and mature work attitude.

IMPORTANT:Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) will be required to be provided prior to commencement.

About our organisation

"Did you know …Warragul hospital is located only 30 minutes drive from Pakenham along the freeway against traffic, and that The Baw Baw Shire is one of the fastest growing Local Government Areas (LGAs) within the country

We are well aware our hospital is aging but our most precious commodity isn't a building, it's the quality of care that's delivered at the bedside by our incredible staff.  You won't find a more friendly, and welcoming team than the West Gippsland Healthcare Group We care for our community because we are the community

Now who doesn't want to be part of that So get your CV ready and come and join us here at West Gippsland Health."

West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include

• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development
• Access to employee assistance program
• Salary packaging
• Free Parking

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police Record Clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.

Further details and how to apply

Further information is contained in the Position Description. Applications must be submitted via and must include a current CV and a covering letter. Responses to the selection criteria are recommended. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. If you have any further queries, please contact Sally Wilson / Kate Palmer, Community Health Manager on or via email

Applications close on Wednesday, 19 November 2025.

Please apply at your earliest convenience, shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date.

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As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.

As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.