Clinical Coordinator (529288)
The Team
The North West Cancer Centre, Burnie, provides comprehensive specialist outpatient Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology and Clinical Haematology Services to the North West Tasmanian Community.
- The NWCC is affiliated with the Northern Cancer Service with it situated in the North West Regional Hospital complex and provides direct access to a range of medical, surgical and hospital services required to deliver quality, person-centred cancer care.
The Role
Are you an experienced Registered Nurse ready to take the next step in your career?
We are seeking a motivated Clinical Coordinator to play a pivotal role in the day-to-day coordination of patient care within a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team. In this rewarding position, you will help lead patient flow, coordinate admissions and discharges, provide expert clinical guidance, and contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality care for patients.
This is an exciting opportunity to combine your clinical expertise with leadership responsibilities while working alongside passionate healthcare professionals. You'll be supported by experienced nursing leaders and have opportunities to contribute to service improvement, quality initiatives, and the development of contemporary clinical practices.
If you're looking for a role where you can influence patient outcomes, mentor others, and make a meaningful contribution to healthcare delivery, we'd love to hear from you.
You will need
- Demonstrated experience coordinating patient care, patient flow and discharge planning in a clinical setting.
- Proven ability to lead and collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive patient outcomes.
- Advanced communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships and manage challenging situations effectively.
- Strong clinical knowledge and the ability to provide guidance, advice and support to nursing teams.
- Knowledge of safety, quality and contemporary healthcare practices within a clinical environment.
- The initiative, judgement and problem-solving skills required to coordinate services in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment
Permanent, part time, day worker position, working up to 15.2 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary
$109,767 to $115,813 pro rata per annum + our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
- Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type
Salary Packaging
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
- Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria
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Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Relevant postgraduate qualification
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role
*only Recruitment Agencies specifically contracted are invited to provide applicants to this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Kristen Lovatt
Position: Nurse Unit Manager - North West Cancer Centre
Phone number: (03) 6493 6059
Email address: kristen.lovatt@ths.tas.gov.au
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