Health Professional Level 1 – Graduate Respiratory Scientist Job Vacancy in ACT Government Health Canberra ACT – Updated today
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Job Description : Health Professional Level 1 – Graduate Respiratory Scientist (Job Number: 0213L)
Description
Directorate
Canberra Health Services
Branch
Clinical Services
Section
Medicine
Position Number
15222 – 0213L
Position Title
Graduate Respiratory Scientist
Classification
Health Professional Level 1
Vacancy Type
Temporary Full-time
Vacancy Length
11 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency
Location
The Canberra Hospital, Garran ACT
Base Annual Salary
$65,402 – $85,685
Contact Officer
Elizabeth Richards (02) 5124 2066 Elizabeth.Richards@act.gov.au
Closing Date
18 March 2022
Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind
Under current Public Health Emergency Directions all Canberra Health Services staff are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
In order to be eligible for employment with Canberra Health Services you will be required to provide evidence of vaccination against COVID-19 by way of a Vaccination Certificate or provision of an authorised exemption, for consideration. Please ensure you include this information with your application documentation.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website: https://www.health.act.gov.au/
The Department of Respiratory and Sleep Medicine (DRSM) provides both inpatient and outpatient services to the ACT and surrounding region. The department manages approximately 1,300 in-patient admissions annually. The department receives around 8,500 referrals per year for outpatient services, including medical clinics, nursing clinics, bronchoscopy, along with respiratory and sleep diagnostic investigations and therapeutic interventions.
The Respiratory Physiology Laboratory (RPL) provides clinical services to adult and paediatric patients for the assessment and monitoring of respiratory conditions. The RPL provides a suite of respiratory assessment, including spirometry, lung volume measurements, gas transfer, bronchial provocation testing, cardiopulmonary exercise testing. An exciting opportunity exists for a Graduate Respiratory Scientist to become a part of the allied health team. This position requires the ability to develop knowledge and competency to conduct tasks and activities within scope of practice according to procedures and published standards. The role includes supporting the operational and quality management requirements of the respiratory physiology measurement. The role requires participation in and contribution to continual professional development of the respiratory scientist group.
Within CHS, the respiratory science profession is part of the Clinical Measurement Science (CMS) disciplines. The CMS disciplines are cardiac, neurophysiology, respiratory and sleep sciences. Scientific staff employed across CMS work under a collective vision; Clinical Measurement Science professionals deliver compassionate service through collaboration and excellence. The Clinical Measurement Sciences Competency Framework outlines the knowledge, skills, behaviours and attributes required of all scientific staff in order to fulfil this vision, and aligns with the CHS values of being reliable, progressive, respectful and kind. The competency framework consists of five (5) generic competency domains that allow for consistent application across all of the disciplines: Professional Conduct, Scientific Knowledge, Clinical Skills, Procedural Proficiency and Professional Development.
DUTIES
Under the broad direction of the Senior Respiratory Scientist, you will work closely with the multidisciplinary DRSM team to provide a key role in the delivery of the respiratory service. You will:
1. Under supervision conduct high quality routine respiratory physiology measurements according to procedures and standards for diagnoses, monitoring and management of patients with respiratory conditions.
2. Participate and assist in the maintenance of Quality Management Systems for the service that meet standards of both professional and national accreditation requirements including quality improvement and research activities.
3. Proactively develop your own knowledge and expertise required to perform the functions of the role.
4. Support the provision of clinical education to students.
5. Undertake other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation.
ABOUT YOU
CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, or Questioning (LGBTIQ) are particularly encouraged to apply.
Behavioural Capabilities
1. Demonstrates strong organisational skills with a high degree of drive and resilience.
2. Displays adaptability and the flexibility necessary to accommodate change and provide a service which is responsive to clients’ needs.
3. Analytical thinking and ability to troubleshooting ability.
Position Requirements/Qualifications:
Mandatory:
Bachelor of Science/Applied Science, or equivalent.
Have an understanding of how the National Standards and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) indicators align with this role.
Fulfil the responsibilities of this role as detailed in the CHS Exceptional Care Framework, Clinical Governance Framework, Partnering With Consumers Framework and all other related frameworks.
Note: This is a temporary position available for 11 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.
Prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
Obtain a Compliance Certificate from OMU (Occupational Medicine Unit) relating to assessment, screening, and vaccination processes against specified infectious diseases.
• Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to – https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/app/answers/detail/a_id/1804.
Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals.
WHAT YOU REQUIRE
These are the key selection criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resumé and experience:
1. Demonstrates an understanding of quality control and quality assurance and how they may apply to a Respiratory Physiology Laboratory service.
2. Ability to work effectively and efficiently as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide service delivery and promote a positive team culture.
4. Demonstrates well developed verbal and written communication interacting with patients and a multi-disciplinary team.
5. Demonstrates understanding of, and adherence to, safety and quality standards, Work, Health and Safety (WHS) and the positive patient experience. Displays behaviour consistent with CHS’s values of Reliable, Progressive, Respectful, and Kind.
HOW TO APPLY / OR WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment system. Applications must include a copy of a current curriculum vitae, and
A response to the Selection Criteria under “what you require” in no more than two pages.
Where possible include specific relevant examples of your work.
CHS Contact: Elizabeth Richards (02) 5124 2066 Elizabeth.Richards@act.gov.au
Job: Allied Health
Salary Range: 65,402.00 – 85,685.00
Closing Date: 18/Mar/2022, 7:59:00 AM
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