About us:

The Blood Borne Virus and Sexual Health Service (BBV&SHS) is based in Rockhampton and provides assessment, screening, diagnosis, and treatment as well as education and health promotion to the community. The service has an identified focus on at risk population groups whose behaviours or social disadvantages may put them at a greater risk of contracting a blood borne virus or sexually transmissible infection.

The Blood Borne Virus specialised services provide specialist medical and nursing care, treatment, support and education for people living with Viral Hepatitis and HIV and their families. This is facilitated through an integrated model of care with other health care providers and organisations both locally and via telehealth.

The service is comprised of clinics for the general community with the addition of an in-reach service to the Capricornia Correctional Centre.

About the role:

This role is responsible for the provision of direct clinical services, community education, health promotion and support services for groups or individuals in the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS) community at particular risk of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) and Blood Borne Viruses (BBV).

About you:

• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration as a nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• While not mandatory, relevant post graduate qualifications in the clinical area of expertise would be well regarded. Completion of or working towards post graduate qualification in sexual health, women's health, public health or communicable diseases would also be highly desirable.

What we offer:

• An hourly rate between $66.97 - $71.71 p.h. (incl 25% casual loading)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact [email protected]
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5C628936

Applications close: Sunday, 20 April 2025

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