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Are you a motivated person with exemplary attention to detail who loves working in healthcare, with a strong commitment to improving health outcomes through continuous quality improvement processes?
Based across the Fraser Coast, Qld - Working together to help “Close The Gap”. We are a Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) established in 2007. With two clinics and an outreach clinic and growing across the Wide Bay region, we currently provide health care services for more than 3,000 Indigenous residents.
Our Board of Directors represents the communities we serve, ensuring every decision we make helps equip local people to take control of their lives and pro-actively manage their health.
These are exciting times for Galangoor, with many positive changes taking place – including new programs, new staff and expanding services.
We have a position available for Quality Coordinator. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team committed to making a direct impact on improved health outcomes in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, you will ensure the development, management, implementation and review of Quality systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Knowledge of cultural protocols (local)
* Has a sound understanding and knowledge of health and social issues, and the impact on overall health and wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and a strong commitment to improving health outcomes, within Community Controlled Health philosophy and in conjunction with the model of care
* Highly developed communication and leadership skills with the ability to work collaboratively with members of the Board, executive and senior clinical and non-clinical staff.
* At least 3 years’ experience working within a Quality Management System including CQI / Administration / Audit
* Demonstrated understanding of quality management principles and practices with an emphasis on continuous quality improvement and organisational change.
* Demonstrated understanding of the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards, RACGP standards, including WH&S, QLD Building Fire Safety, ISO 9001:2015 and internal Audit processes
* Work to foster productive relationships with all clinic, program and support staff.
* Act within the practice guidelines, AHPRA regulations, codes of ethics and at an appropriate level of clinical competence always
* Champion Galangoor’s “We Will & I Will Statements” both internally and externally to the wider community
What we can offer you
* Competitive Salary Package – including Salary Sacrifice
* Annual leave as per the award + Superannuation as per award
* Blue Card, National Police Check, Drivers Licence
* First Aid & CPR
And the chance to enjoy a healthy work/life balance and soak up the idyllic environment and close sense of community that only a regional area like the Fraser Coast has to offer.
How do you know if you’re the right fit?
This opportunity is best suited to a proactive person with innovative new perspectives, attitudes and behaviours to evaluate and improve self and organisational performance. This person will have a high level of customer service, effective contribution to team performance and check and comply with the organisations policies, procedures and processes.
Before you reach out and apply, we need you to have:
* Diploma - Auditing or certificate in Internal auditing course; or working towards qualification, and/or
* Diploma - WHS Certificate qualification or equivalent; or working towards qualification, and/or
* AHPRA Registration as a Practitioner (Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, or Registered Nurse)
* Ability to effectively work within a diverse interdisciplinary team which includes a range of clinical team, non-clinical team and community members
* Exemplary interpersonal communication skills– written, verbal and interpersonal
* Commitment to patient centric care
* Excellent data entry skills and meticulous attention to detail
It would also be beneficial if you have:
* Experience in or a demonstrated commitment to improving Indigenous Health outcomes.
* Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the social determinants of health issues affecting Indigenous people and how Primary Health Care principles apply in an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health setting.
* Commitment to and understanding of the characteristics of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations.
While knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture is helpful, what will really see you thrive in our community is an open mind, willingness to be exposed to culture, and curiosity.
This is an opportunity to be part of a culturally rich community and to make a real difference to the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.
If you’re in search of a more flexible and liveable lifestyle and looking to make a change for the better – we should talk.
ENQUIRIES AND APPLICATIONS:
* Cover Letter addressing the key responsibilities – max of 2 pages.
* Resume
How do your skills match this job?
Your application will include the following questions:
* Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
* How many years' experience do you have as a Quality Coordinator?
* Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
* Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS?
* Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
* Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?
* Which of the following statements best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status?
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