Aboriginal Health Worker/Practitioner – ACCHO – Full-Time - Charleville, Queensland Position Highlights: Competitive hourly rate of $25 - $36 per hour Employment Type: Permanent – Full-Time Position Description: The purpose of this position is to provide a clinical service within a culturally sensitive environment to support a smooth and efficiently functioning clinic, in addition to providing an exceptional standard of care to their clients. To undertake liaison, health promotion, screening and care planning, to improve chronic disease prevention, detection and management for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. To promote, communicate and facilitate increased engagement, health literacy and health education as part of Primary Health Model of Care within a culturally sensitive environment. Position Requirements and Key Responsibilities: Advocacy: Engage, encourage and assist Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander community members in a professional, confidential and culturally safe manner: To provide advocacy and representation on behalf of clients To build sustainable working relationships with health care providers To ensure you engage allied health services that provide cultural security and safety to their clients To ensure informed consent is obtained for Health professionals prior to treatment Clinical Service Delivery: Perform clinical duties within required level of clinical competency, according to best available evidence. Duties include: triage, wound management, chronic disease management, ECGs, spirometry and collection of pathology samples Assist doctors with clinical procedures and maintain clinical documentation Explain procedures to patients, providing them with support and reassurance Ensure whole of community approach to service provision and client care plans in partnership with allied health services Patient Services: Assist with triage, data management, diagnostic services, networking with other providers, planning and management of patient care Telephoning patients for follow-up as directed by medical staff Improvement of Client Health Outcomes: Conduct preventative/screening procedures including the Indigenous Health check to identify client risk factors for chronic disease Assist with client education and community health promotion activities Deliver health promotion programs to promote health and well-being Action patient recall and GP outreach programs, GP management plans, and team care arrangements Patient Visits: Provide home/hospital visits as required for monitoring support, including antenatal and post-natal care and health assessments Equipment and Supplies: Ensure sterilisation and maintenance of clinical equipment Maintain stocks of clinical supplies, including correct storage (such as refrigeration), removal and disposal of out-of-date stock and ordering supplies Compliance: Maintain awareness of current and new legislation to ensure clinics are complying with all statutory and regulatory obligations including infection control sterilisation, hazardous materials and safe handling/disposal of medical waste, records management, WHS, and accreditation Ensure relevant personnel are kept informed and changes are made to systems and procedures as required Infection Prevention and Control: Maintain systems and processes for hand hygiene, environmental cleaning, and spills management Educate all members of the clinic team on an annual basis regarding their responsibilities in infection prevention and control, or whenever changes in legislation, or clinic procedures occurs Manage sterilisation process, ensuring sterility and integrity in the process Ensure the clinic's waste management complies with local, state and federal regulations. After Hours Requirements: No About Charleville: Charleville is a small (3,500 people) but vibrant & welcoming community in Southwest Queensland. From the beautiful bush-walks, gorgeous rivers & camping spots; to the classic country pubs, sporting groups, close-knit community, there is truly something for everyone. There are daily flights to Brisbane, and a few times a week to Toowoomba. Charleville has a hospital with maternity services, 2 primary schools & a high school, RFDS base, 2 gyms, Olympic size public pool and a lot of thriving small businesses. APPLY NOW! Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development. JOB - 10003991
