Public Health Officer Team Leader
Grampians Public Health Unit
Full Time - Fixed Term / Part Time - Fixed Term

Ballarat Health Services  is currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Registered Nurse (Division 1) or Allied Health Professional to join our team as a Public Health Officer Team Leader and work in the Grampians Public Health Unit

The Grampians Public Health Unit (GPHU) has been established to strengthen the public health response to communicable diseases and other health issues. The Unit is part of a new system of devolved public health units across Victoria to provide a new state-wide system of public health delivery and oversight.

The Grampians Public Health Unit

The GPHU is led and coordinated by BHS and will work in partnership with health services and agencies throughout the Grampians region. Initially, GPHU will be responsible for COVID-related activities (case investigation, case management, contact tracing, clinical care, and outbreak management) in tight collaboration with DOH. However, as COVID demands decline, it is envisaged that the GPHU will assume a key role in activities regarding the prevention and population management of a range of communicable diseases and non-communicable diseases and conditions in the cluster, lead a regional approach to health protection, strengthen population health strategy and outcomes (including regarding social and structural determinants of health and health inequalities), and undertake population health research. PHU work to optimise population health outcomes will include a focus on the health of Ballarat Health Services staff.

The GPHU team will work very closely with a number of key stakeholder groups, in particular the Central Contact & Outbreak Management program at DOH, local government councils and pathology providers, and local community health networks and primary health providers. In time implementing population health approaches to disease prevention and health protection will require close engagement inside and outside the health sector and inside and outside government agencies.

This is an exciting opportunity to help lead a fresh, new, integrated approach to effective health care delivery and team-building in the Grampians Region of Victoria

Public health officers – Team leaders play a vital role within the Grampians Public Health Unit to manage our response to COVID-19. The Team Leader will be first line of escalation of medical and operational issues for the contact tracers and the rapid response testing team, and also conduct case and contact interviews and identify high risk or sensitive settings. The Team Leaders will also be involved in the planning and coordination of an outbreak response and general public health activities

As the successful applicant you will have extensive clinical experience, previous experience in a management position, and proven leadership ability.

You will be able to implement new models of care, lead and support change, and develop a dynamic and cohesive team culture across all disciplines.

Being part of a team that values Leadership and Excellence in Healthcare, you will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all clients and patients.

If you feel that you are suited to this exciting opportunity, applications can be made on the Ballarat Health Services website via the e-recruit portal. If you have any further enquiries please contact Robyn Wilson on 0447 487 959.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Immunisation clearance and a satisfactory current Police Record Check.

All applications must be submitted online. Please address key selection criteria in your cover letter.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Dental Assistant Traineeship
Dental Services
Fixed Term Full-Time
76 hours per fortnight

Ballarat Heath Services (BHS) are inviting applications to apply for Dental Assistant Traineeship

The successful applicant will join our dynamic dental team in the provision of high quality dental services to the local community. This position will be based in our new state of the art clinic in Sebastopol but may be required to work from time to time at one of our other clinics. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated public dental team and have the support of many experienced staff members.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

• Has completed year year 11 or further
• Demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuing personal and professional development.
• Demonstrate a high level of initiative.
• works well in a structured environment
• can work well under pressure
• responds well to constructive criticism
• Ability to maintain high standards of work, with a focus on quality.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
• Possess sound time management and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated flexibility in work locations and hours of duty.
• listens to instructions
• Driven and motivated to learn

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records check, Working with Children check & Immunisation Clearance.

For further enquiries please contact Jo Robinson on 53204225

All applications must be submitted online.BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Aged Care Nursing Director - North and Central

Aged Operations Directorate

Permanent - Full Time

(80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADO)

The Aged Care Facility Director of Nursing is accountable for the effective leadership and management of the day to day operations of five residential facilities across Ballarat Health Services, specifically focusing on standardised approach, high quality and innovative residential care in partnership with the Director Aged Care Services.

Working within a multidisciplinary team you will be expected to facilitate and foster best practice and service delivery to our residents and their families within the North and Central Ballarat Area of Residential Aged Care.

Being part of a team that values Leadership and Excellence in Health care you will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all residents.

Key Selection Criteria

Qualifications and Experience

• Nursing qualification and current APHRA registration as a Nurse.
• Post-graduate qualifications at Masters level in nursing and/or business management or a desire to work towards the same.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a relevant management role.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-disciplinary teams across multiple sites with a commitment to a standardised approach.

Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

• Sound knowledge and understanding of the Aged Care Sound understanding of the principles of quality, safety, risk management and the National Health Care Safety and Quality Standards.
• Demonstrated competence in strategic decision making and working with senior staff and teams to create and implement a service vision and strategic direction.
• Business Acumen: Using ones knowledge of economic, financial, market, and industry data/trends to understand and improve individual, work group, and/or organisational results; using one’s understanding of major business functions, industry trends, and own organisation’s position to contribute to effective business strategies and/or tactics.
• Strategic Decision Making/Planning: Obtaining information and identifying key issues and relationships relevant to achieving a long-range goals or vision; committing to a course of action to accomplish long-range goals or vision after developing alternatives based on logical assumptions, facts, available resources, constraints, and organizational values.
• Leading Change – Driving organizational and cultural changes needed to achieve strategic objectives; catalyzing new approaches to improve results by transforming organizational culture, systems, or products/services; helping others overcome resistance to change.

 Personal Attributes

• Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
• Leadership Disposition: Demonstrating the traits, inclinations, and dispositions that characterize successful leaders; exhibiting behavior styles that meet the demands of a leader role.
• Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
• Stress Tolerance: Maintaining stable performance under pressure or opposition (such as time pressure or job ambiguity); handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organization.
• Driving for Results: Setting high goals for personal and group accomplishment; using measurement methods to monitor progress toward goals; tenaciously working to meet or exceed goals while deriving satisfaction from that achievement and continuous improvement.
• Innovation: Generating innovative solutions in work situations; trying different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities.

Interpersonal Skills

• Building Strategic Working relationships: Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
• Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
• Resolving Conflict Helping others deal effectively with an antagonistic situation to minimize damage to the relationships and promote shared goals; using appropriate interpersonal methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people and facilitate agreement.
• Negotiation: Effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.

If you want to be part of Victoria's largest public residential service and you feel suited to this exciting opportunity, please apply via the e-recruit portal on the Ballarat Health Services website. If you have any further enquiries, please contact Lisa Clinnick - Director Aged Care Services on 0455 220 366.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory immunisation clearance and a satisfactory current police record check.

All applications must be submitted online.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Clinical Pharmacist Rotational - Grade 1 or 2
Pharmacy
Permanent Part Time
32 Hours per fortnight

Applications are invited from enthusiastic pharmacists with hospital experience for this permanent part time position at Ballarat Health Services Pharmacy Department.

Applicants must have, or be eligible for, registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia.

This role will involve assisting in the provision of clinical pharmacy services to acute inpatient ward areas including the Mental Health Units at Ballarat Health Services. Possible rotations to the operational services of the Pharmacy Department may be considered. Remuneration will be award-based according to experience.

Salary packaging and allowances for higher qualifications may provide additional salary benefits.

If you feel that you are suited to this exciting opportunity, applications can be made on the Ballarat Health Services website via the e-recruit portal. If you have any further enquiries please contact Renee Dimond on 03 5320 4356.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Immunisation clearance and a satisfactory current Police Record Check.

All applications must be submitted online.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Ward Clerk
Maternity Outpatients
Permanent Part-time
32 hours a fortnight

Maternity Outpatients currently has a vacancy for a permanent part time Ward Clerk. As a Ward Clerk with us you will provide superior services to our clients. You will assist in ensuring that program KPI’s are met, reporting requirements are fulfilled, and all day to day operational tasks are completed.

You will need to demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills, along with a history of administrative excellence.

Your communication and interpersonal skills will be of the highest standard, including the ability to identify and solve problems constructively. High quality computer skills are essential for this role, with particular emphasis on accurate data entry. Experience with IBA PAS is preferred. Previous experience in a community or health environment is desirable.

Please include your Resume, Cover Letter and address the Key Selection Criteria.

Enquiries can be directed to Tonia Mitchell on 53204822.

All applications must be submitted online.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Registered Nurse
Cardiovascular Unit
Multiple Fixed Term Part Time Positions
Up to 176 hours per fortnight

The Cardiovascular Suite which opened in 2012 provides interventional cardiology & radiology procedures Monday to Friday plus emergency on call 24/7.  Our services are expanding and we are looking to upskill a new workforce.  The department has Clinical Support Nursing staff who will work with you providing theory and clinical mentorship to meet department and oncall requirements.  Applicants must be available to work a minimum of 4 shifts a fortnight and meet department on call requirements (x1 call night/week and x1 weekend a month) within 4 months of appointment.  

Ballarat Health Services Culture & Benefits

At Ballarat Health Services, we recognise our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff, patients, residents, visitors, volunteers and contractors at all sites.

• Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities
• Salary packaging
• Access to discounted health club membership
• Staff rewards and recognition programs

Lifestyle

Ballarat is a great place to live, with low commuting times, a clean, safe environment and all the facilities you would expect from a regional city. With a population of around 100,000 residents, Ballarat offers premium job opportunities, world-class education, affordable housing, exciting restaurants and retail options, accessible community services, beautiful heritage, first-class events and a great lifestyle for all.  Lifestyle, investment and employment opportunities are all reasons why more than 2,000 people choose to relocate to Ballarat every year.

How to Apply

Click APPLY or contact Tania Harrison, Nurse Unit Manager Cardiovascular Suite, on 03 5320 6591 for a confidential discussion.

In your application please list how many hours you are looking to work

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Hospital Pharmacy Students
Casual positions available

We are seeking pharmacy students to support the delivery of high quality pharmacy service and patient care. 

The role will involve supporting pharmacy services such as dispensary and manufacturing services, clinical pharmacy and distribution services. An ideal opportunity for pharmacy students seeking to consolidate his or her experience in hospital pharmacy services.

Applicants must have, or be eligible for, registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia as a pharmacy students. Successful applicants will be required to support weekend Pharmacy services on a rotational basis.

Remuneration will be award-based.

If you feel that you are suited to this role, applications can be made on the Ballarat Health Services website via the e-recruit portal. If you have any further enquiries please contact David Kong, Deputy Director Pharmacy, on 03 5320 4106 or Aaron Fitzpatrick, Director Pharmacy, on 03 5320 4356.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory immunisation clearance and a satisfactory current Police Record Check.

All applications must be submitted online.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Ballarat Health Services, Wimmera Health Care Group, East Grampians Health Services and Maryborough District Health Service have collaborated to host a Regional Clinical Midwife Consultant for the Grampians region, which extends from Bacchus Marsh to the South Australian border, an area of 48,000 square kilometres.  More than 230,000 people, or 4.4 per cent of the population of Victoria, live in the Grampians Region.

The mission for this exciting new role is to play a major part in facilitating the delivery of quality maternity and newborn care to the communities we serve by enhancing safe and accessible maternity and newborn services within the capability and capacity of each health service.

The successful candidate must be a registered nurse and registered midwife with at least 5 years experience.  You will have dedicated time spent at each health service, fostering engagement across the sector and promotion of safe and sustainable maternity and newborn care.

Your ability to travel the region means you do not need to reside in Ballarat. 

This is an exciting opportunity to expand your knowledge of maternity and newborn care in multiple settings, empower staff to work across the scope of midwifery practice, play an integral part in the quality and safety aspect of maternity and newborn care in regional settings, influence future planning of maternity and newborn care and build relationships across the Grampians region.

You will have an indirect reporting line to the Director of Midwifery at Ballarat Health Services and access to salary packaging as well as a hospital car for travel around the region via a booking system.

When applying, please address each of the key selection criteria located in the position description as part of your cover letter.  Interviews will be conducted on-line with a panel including representatives from Ballarat, Horsham, Ararat and Maryborough.

All applications are to be submitted on-line.

We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Physiotherapist - Grade 2 Aquatic Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy Department
Fixed Term - Part Time  February 1, 2021 - September 17, 2021
30.4 hours per fortnight

Ballarat allows you the best of both worlds. You will enjoy the lifestyle that a large progressive regional city affords with the beauty of a rural environment - and Melbourne is only 75 minutes' away. Ballarat’s dining scene is vibrant with a diverse restaurant and emerging Café scene.  Ballarat has some of the state's top primary and secondary schools. First class sporting, social events and recreational activities are all available. Low commuting times, affordable housing, lifestyle, investment and employment opportunities are all reasons why more than 2,000 people choose to relocate to Ballarat every year.

An enthusiastic and experienced Physiotherapist is sought to work within the aquatic program of our multidisciplinary Community Rehabilitation team at Ballarat Health Services.

You will have excellent clinical reasoning and experience in managing a wide range of conditions requiring aquatic based physiotherapy input in their rehabilitation programs.  You will also demonstrate leadership qualities and provide coordination of the aquatic transition program, including the supervision of the aquatic program allied health assistant, rotating grade 1 physiotherapists and undergraduate physiotherapy students. You will be flexible and able to thrive in a busy, dynamic working environment. Other key attributes required are great communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and patients.

You will enjoy a friendly place to work, where there is a strong commitment to providing high-quality evidence-based care. There is excellent support from senior Physiotherapy colleagues with advanced expertise in all clinical areas. Professional development is supported through regular in-service education, professional support from colleagues and the provision of support to attend continuing education. You will have the opportunity to further develop your clinical leadership skills by supervising junior physiotherapist, AHA's and students, and involvement in quality improvement projects.

Employing around 4,300 staff, BHS' mission is to deliver quality care to the communities we serve by providing safe, accessible and integrated health services resulting in positive experiences and outcomes. Our core values of Teamwork, Respect, Compassion and Accountability are central to our organisation and this role in delivering our outcomes.

If you have any further enquiries please contact Leonie Lewis, Manager Physiotherapy on 0408 761285

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

All applications must be submitted online.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (EEN)
Geoffrey Cutter Centre
Permanent Part Time - Multiple Positions
Up to 138 hours per fortnight available

Do you want to be part of a leading aged care service provider with over 150 years of experience in offering quality care?

Ballarat Aged Care is the largest provider of residential care in the region with a professional and dynamic workforce who pride themselves on excellence in care, innovative leading models of care and cohesive team culture.

An exciting opportunity exists at Geoffrey Cutter Centre for an experienced, dynamic and highly motivated Enrolled Nurse with experience in aged care and/or dementia care.

Geoffrey Cutter Centre is a 60 bed high level residential aged care facility located in Ballarat East. It is staffed by a team committed to delivering resident focused high quality care. Come join our passionate team!

Being part of a team that values Leadership and Excellence in Healthcare, you will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and qualtiy outcomes for all clients and residents.

We are looking for nurses with a passion for aged care, a strong focus on resident centred care and who can demonstrate an ability to work within our organisational values of Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Compassion.

The successful applicants will be excellent communicators with a sound understanding/knowledge of ACFI, Aged Care Standards and Quality outcomes.

Suitable applicants must also demonstrate competence in the following behaviours:

• Adaptability
• Initiating Action
• Work Standards
• Stress Tolerance
• Collaboration

Managing Work (including Time Management)

Successful applicants must have the availability to work across all shifts including AM, PM and nights over 7 days of the week, by roster.

If you feel that you are suited to this exciting opportunity, applications can be made on the Ballarat Health Services website via the e-recruit portal. If you have any further enquiries please contact Lynda Fraser on 5337 1564.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

All applications must be submitted online.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Allied Health Assistant
Ballarat Health Services

Permanent Part Time
24 Hours per fortnight

An enthusiastic and experienced Allied Health Assistant is sought to provide Allied Health services in the acute inpatient setting at Ballarat Health Services.

It is envisaged that these hours will be used as four separate three hour shifts in the morning Tuesday to Friday.

You will enjoy a friendly place to work, where there is a strong commitment to providing high-quality evidence-based care. There is excellent support from senior Allied Health colleagues with advanced expertise in all clinical areas. Professional development is supported through regular in-service education, professional support from colleagues and the provision of support to attend continuing education.

If you have any further enquiries please contact Dimitri Diacogiorgis on 5320 3073.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

All applications must be submitted online.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Manager - Contracts and Tendering
Finance Department
Permanent Full time
76 hours per fortnight

The Finance Department currently has a vacancy for a Manager - Contracts and Tendering

The Manager – Contracts and Tendering will manage and coordinate legislatively compliant procurement processes for BHS goods and services, including tenders and/or Expressions of Interest. The role will ensure appropriate record keeping is maintained for contracted services and assist contract managers with guidance and support with probity and contract management issues.

You will need to demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills, along with appropriate business or procurement qualifications along with a demonstrated history in similar procurement management roles.

Your communication and interpersonal skills will be of the highest standard, including the ability to identify and solve problems constructively and explain commercial information in an easy to understand manner.

High quality computer, financial analysis and reporting skills are essential for this role, with particular emphasis on record keeping in regards to the BHS Contract Register system . Previous experience in a community or health environment is desirable.

Please include your Resume, Cover Letter and address the Key Selection Criteria.

Enquiries can be directed to Adam Lane on 5320 4104.

All applications must be submitted online.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Allied Health Assistant  - BHS@HOME
Ballarat Health Services
Fixed Term - Full time
76 hours per fortnight with monthly ADO

An enthusiastic and experienced Allied Health Assistant is sought to assist Allied Health services in the BHS@Home program at Ballarat Health Services.

You will enjoy a friendly place to work, where there is a strong commitment to providing high-quality evidence-based care. There is excellent support from senior Allied Health colleagues with advanced expertise in all clinical areas. Professional development is supported through regular in-service education, professional support from colleagues and the provision of support to attend continuing education.

Ballarat Health Services is currently undertaking an expansion of our home-based care, with a newly created opportunity for a Allied Health Assistant.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Allied Health Assistant to be part of this progressive service.

BHS@Home is an innovative model of care that will increase the capacity of our home-based teams to deliver safe, appropriate, and person-centred care outside of a hospital setting. This progressive program, on prevention and early intervention, highlights the prospect of achieving better outcomes for people with complex care needs.

This is a diverse and complex role, entailing considerable interaction with a wide range of clinicians and health care professionals both internally and externally. The role is required to develop strong working and collaborative relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team, complimenting and improving outcomes of existing care, systems and services.

Ballarat Health Services provides a complex range of surgical, medical, obstetric, psychiatric, palliative care, rehabilitation and residential services. Ballarat is located approximately 75 minutes’ drive west of Melbourne and offers a wide range of recreational, sporting and social facilities for a population of over 100,000 people. A vibrant, progressive regional city, Ballarat is large enough to retain its own regional flavor but is within easy commuting distance to Melbourne or the Surf Coast.

If you have any further enquiries please contact Dimitri Diacogiorgis on 53203073.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

All applications must be submitted online.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Podiatrist Grade 2
Ballarat Health Services
Fixed  Term Part Time
8 hours per fortnight

An enthusiastic and experienced Podiatrist is sought to provide Podiatry services in the BHS@Home program at Ballarat Health Services.

You will enjoy a friendly place to work, where there is a strong commitment to providing high-quality evidence-based care. There is excellent support from senior Podiatry colleagues with advanced expertise in all clinical areas. Professional development is supported through regular in-service education, professional support from colleagues and the provision of support to attend continuing education.

If you have any further enquiries please contact Dimitri Diacogiorgis on 5320 3073.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

All applications must be submitted online.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Night Duty
Talbot Place
Fixed Term Part Time (Maternity Leave Replacement until 1 November 2021)
20 Hours per fortnight

Do you want to be part of a leading aged care service provider with over 150 years of experience in offering quality care?

Ballarat Aged Care is the largest provider of residential care in the region with a professional and dynamic workforce who pride themselves on excellence in care, innovative leading models of care and cohesive team culture.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced senior Registered Nurse who is dynamic and highly motivated to join our vibrant team as an ANUM at Talbot Place.

Talbot Place is a 30 bed residential facility with a progressive and innovative NUM, leading best practice and contemporary care.

Being part of a team that values Leadership and Excellence in Healthcare, you will work in first class facilities that maximizes care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all clients and patients.
 
We are looking for nurses with a passion for aged care, a strong focus on resident centred care and who can demonstrate an ability to work within our organisational values of Compassion, Team Work, Respect and Accountability.

Suitable applicants must also demonstrate competence in the following behaviours:
•Adaptability
•Initiating Action
•Delegating responsibility
•Managing Work (including Time Management)
•Work Standards
•Stress Tolerance
•Care Management

A minimum of 5 years clinical experience with proven leadership ability and an understanding and/or experience with ACFI and the accreditation standards are all preferred.

Successful applicants must have the availability to work across all shifts including AM, PM and Nights over a 7 day week by roster.

This position is predominately night duty but there will be a requirement to work AM and PM shifts at times.

If you feel that you are suited to this exciting opportunity, applications can be made on the Ballarat Health Services website via the e-recruit portal. If you have any further enquiries please contact Michele Mizzi on 03 5320 3755.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Immunisation clearance and a satisfactory current Police Record Check.

All applications must be submitted online.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Senior Mental Health Clinician - Community Services Ballarat
Aged Persons Mental Health
Permanent Full Time
80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADO

Ballarat Health Services is seeking a Senior Mental Health Clinician (RPN4, P3, SW3, OT3) to join the Aged Mental Health Community Team.

If you have exceptional clinical skills, a commitment to quality and are seeking to further develop  leadership skills, this is the position for you.

Working within a multidisciplinary team you will be expected to facilitate and foster best practice and service delivery to our clients and their families within the Aged Mental Health Service.

As part of the aged mental health community team your duties will include undertaking comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and providing recovery oriented treatment for persons aged 65 and over who are presenting with mental illness.

If you enjoy working with consumers in their own community and contributing to a supportive multidisciplinary team we would like to hear from you. 

Applications can be made on the Ballarat Health Services website via the e-recruit portal. If you have any further enquiries please contact David McMillan on 03 5320 3546.  

All applications must be submitted online.

Residential Services Assistant
Talbot Place
Permanent Part Time
64 Hours per fortnight

Ballarat Health Services is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team at Talbot Place as a Residential Services Assistant.

Talbot Place is a 30 bed Aged Care Home located in the heart of Ballarat. We are a highly motivated team that promotes a welcoming, home like environment. Working within a multidisciplinary team you will be expected to facilitate and foster best practise and service delivery to our clients and their families.

The role of the Residential Services Assistant involves environmental cleaning, laundry and meal preparation and service.

Successful applicants will possess a high degree of flexibility and initiative, have an eye for detail and a willingness to learn. Applicants must possess a current Food Handling Certificate (HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Handling Practices).

Suitable applicants must also demonstrate competence in the following behaviours:

• Adaptability
• Initiating Action
• Work Standards
• Stress Tolerance
• Managing Work (including Time Management)

Being part of a team that values Leadership and Excellence in Healthcare, you will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all clients and patients.

We are looking for applicants with a passion for aged care, a strong focus on resident centred care and who can demonstrate an ability to work within our organisational values of Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Compassion.

If you feel that you are suited to this exciting opportunity, applications can be made on the Ballarat Health Services website via the e-recruit portal. If you have any further enquiries please contact Michele Mizzi on 5320 3755.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Immunisation clearance and a satisfactory current Police Record Check.

All applications must be submitted online.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Health Assistant - Personal Care Worker
Talbot Place
Permanent Part-Time
20 hours per fortnight

Ballarat Health Services is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Health Assistant at Talbot Place. 

Talbot Place is a 30 bed residential care facility located in the heart of Ballarat. We are a highly motivated team and promote best practice care in a home like environment.

Successful applicants will possess a high degree of flexibility and a willingness to learn and must demonstrate competence in the following behaviours and qualifications:

Behaviours:

• Adaptability
• Initiating Action
• Collaboration
• Managing Work (including Time Management)
• Work Standards
• Stress Tolerance

Qualifications:

• Care Management Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent
• Successful attainment of CHCCS305C - Assist Clients with Medication
• Successful attainment of HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Safety Practices

Working within a multidisciplinary team you will be expected to facilitate and foster best practise and service delivery to our clients and their families within the Talbot Place.

The Health Assistant role involves assisting residents with their activities of daily living, personal care and some housekeeping.

Being part of a team that values Leadership and Excellence in Healthcare you will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all clients and patients.

We are looking for person with a passion for aged care, a strong focus on resident centred care and who can demonstrate an ability to work within our organisational values of Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Compassion.

If you feel that you are suited to this exciting opportunity, applications can be made on the Ballarat Health Services website via the e-recruit portal. If you have any further enquiries please contact Michele Mizzi on 5320 3755.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Immunisation clearance and a satisfactory current Police Record Check.

All applications must be submitted online. Previous unsuccessful applicants need not reapply.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Administrative Clerk
Specialist Clinics
Permanent Part-Time
Multiple positions available, ranging from two to four days a week

The Specialist Outpatient Clinics currently has opportunities for Administrative Clerks to work in our busy department. As an Administrative Clerk with us, you will provide superior services to our clients. You will be on rotation, working front of house on reception duties, working in the call centre, and essentially, assisting in all the day to day operational requirements of Specialist Clinics. Clinics generally run from 8.30 - 12.30am as a morning clinic, then 12.30 to 4.30pm as an afternoon clinic.  Candidates are expected to work approximately an 8 hour day to cover these a.m and p.m clinic times.

Within this role, you will deliver compassionate, respectful and excellent customer service in the Specialist Outpatient Clinics from greeting patients to ensuring accurate data entry is always applied.

This role includes medical reception duties, administration and general duties as delegated by the Administration Officer, ANUM or Nurse Unit Manager and incorporates the delivery of this excellent customer service to all stakeholders, patients, carers, co-workers and the clinical teams.

You will need to demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills, along with a history of administrative excellence.

Your communication and interpersonal skills will be of the highest standard, including the ability to identify and solve problems constructively. High quality computer skills are essential for this role, with particular emphasis on accurate data entry. Previous experience in a community or health environment is desirable.

Please include your Resume, Cover Letter and address the Key Selection Criteria.  Please specify, the number of days you would like to work in your cover letter.

Enquiries can be directed to Costa Alexander, Nurse Unit Manager, on 0466748017 or Associate Nurse Unit Manager, Jenny Ferguson on 027792483

All applications must be submitted online, preferably through the Ballarat Health Services Website.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

The Specialist Outpatient Clinics currently has a vacancy for a permanent full time Administration Officer. As an Administrative Officer with us you will provide superior services to our clients.

The Administration Officer (Supervisor) is integral to the effective and efficient operation of all the clinics, as well as the call centre, within Specialist Outpatient Clinics, on a day to day basis. Liaising with the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM), Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM), in conjunction with medical, nursing, and clerical staff, to facilitate an integrated model of care, will be a key part of this senior administrative role.

The Administration Officer is a principal customer service resource for staff on a shift to shift basis, and will participate in the process of recruitment, selection and retention of administration staff.

This senior position is responsible for a large percentage of the coordination amongst the Specialist Outpatient Clinics administration team, including the monitoring and organisation of the administrative elements of the clinics and call centre.

Key Selection Criteria

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 3 years’ experience working in a similar administrative role.
• Prior experience in leading and coordinating administrative team/s.
• Qualification in Business / Office Administration preferred but not essential.
• Certificate in medical terminology preferred but not essential.

 Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Demonstrated ability to educate staff individually or in groups.
• Previous experience with a Patient Administration System, especially IBA would be an advantage.
• Understanding and knowledge of funding models for Specialist Clinics would be highly regarded
• Computer Skills: Demonstrate advanced level computer skills and ability to operate PC based software packages confidently at the level required to fulfil the role, including but not limited to IBA, BOSSNET, Cyberquery, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
• Privacy and confidentiality: Demonstrated understanding of the principles of privacy and confidentiality.
• Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organisation’s needs.
• Guiding Team Success: Using appropriate methods and a flexible interpersonal style to build and guide a cohesive team to complete team goals.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively autonomously with minimal supervision as well as part of a team.

Personal Attributes

• Leadership Disposition: Demonstrating the traits, inclinations, and dispositions that characterize successful leaders; exhibiting behaviour styles that meet the demands of a leader role.
• Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
• Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
• Stress Tolerance: Maintaining stable performance under pressure or opposition (such as time pressure or job ambiguity); handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organisation.
• Initiating Action: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
• Managing Work (includes Time Management): Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Quality Orientation: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.

Interpersonal Skills

• Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
• Building Strategic Working Relationships: Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.

Enquiries can be directed to Costa Alexander - Nurse Unit Manager on 0466 748 017.

All applications must be submitted online.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Lifestyle Coordinator
Talbot Place
Permanent, Part Time
60 hours per fortnight

Ballarat Health Services is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Lifestyle Coordinator at Talbot Place.

Talbot Place is an Aged Care Facility located in the heart of Ballarat and is home to 30 people. We are passionate about providing individualised care to each person living in care, in line with Best Practice Guidelines. Being part of a team that values Leadership and Excellence in Health Care, you will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individualised choice and quality outcomes for all residents living in our home.

As the Lifestyle Coordinator, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing a robust, individualised diversional therapy program. The successful applicant will have a sound knowledge of appropriate therapy programs including art, music, gardening and animal therapy.

Successful applicants will possess a high degree of flexibility and initiative, have an eye for detail and a willingness to learn.

Applicants must possess a current Food Handling Certificate (HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Safety Practices) and a Certificate IV in Leisure and Health is desirable (or a willingness to obtain).

Suitable applicants must also demonstrate competence in the following behaviours:
•Adaptability
•Initiating Action
•Continuous Improvement
•Work Standards
•Stress Tolerance
•Managing Work (including Time Management)

We are looking for applicants with a passion for aged care, a strong focus on resident centred care and who can demonstrate an ability to work within our organisational values of Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Compassion.

If you feel that you are suited to this exciting opportunity, applications can be made on the Ballarat Health Services website via the eRecruit portal. If you have any further enquiries please contact Michele Mizzi, Nurse Unit Manager Talbot Place, on 5320 3755.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory immunisation clearance and a satisfactory current Police Record Check.

All applications must be submitted online.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex(LGBTI) people.

Social Worker Grade 2
Permanent Part Time (Available from 5/2/21)
32 hours per fortnight

An enthusiastic and experienced Social Worker is sought to provide Social Work Services in the Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service (VPRS) at Ballarat Health Services.

Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service (VPRS)

The Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service (VPRS) specifically caters for children and adolescents who, as a result of injury, medical / surgical intervention, or functional impairment, will benefit from a program of developmentally appropriate, time-limited, goal-focused multidisciplinary rehabilitation. This includes children and adolescents with congenital, developmental-based or acquired conditions that will benefit from rehabilitation.

VPRS Vision and Principles

The vision of the VPRS is to ensure that Victorian children requiring specialist rehabilitation are able to access the level of service they require, at the right time, in the most appropriate location, as close to home as possible.

VPRS service delivery is underpinned by the following principles:

• Child-and-adolescent-centred and family-focused clinical care
• Evidence-based, best practice
• Integrated continuum of care from hospital to community
• Appropriate linkages with other services

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join a passionate, innovative and supportive team. As the Social Worker you will provide specialist clinical care in an multidisciplinary model to children and adolescents requiring rehabilitation after major illness, injury or elective procedures. To be successful in this role you will have a passion for working with young people and their families, enjoy being a part of a supportive and collaborative team and be able to demonstrate a commitment to best practice.

You will enjoy a friendly place to work where there is a strong commitment to providing high quality evidence-based care.  There is excellent support from within the Senior and broader Social Work team.  Professional development is supported through regular in-service education, supervision in line with AASW requirements and the ability to attend continuing education where appropriate.

Key attributes:

• Advanced specialist assessment, treatment/intervention and advocacy skills (including risk assessments for vulnerable children and adults)
• Ability to plan and problem solve
• High level communication
• Ability to adapt, be flexible and learn quickly
• Demonstrate sounds knowledge in Social Work Theory and practice skills

All appointments are subject to satisfactory Police Records Check, Working with Children Check and Immunisation Clearance.

All applications must be submitted online via the Ballarat Health Services e-recruit portal.

For further information please contact Valetta Fraser, Clinical Manager Social Work on 0439 015 736.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people. 

Application Support Officer (GRHA Applications)

IT Department

Permanent Full-time

80 hours per week including monthly ADO

The Information Management team has an exciting opportunity for an Application Support Officer - GRHA Applications to join the application portfolio team, reporting directly to the Applications Manager. You will assist in the service delivery of several key applications that support operations across the health services that make up the Grampians Rural Health Alliance (GRHA).

This role is primarily responsible for assisting in the provision of application support for iPM (Patient Administration System), and Cyberquery (Reporting System) for Grampians Rural Health Alliance (GRHA) health services and encompasses supporting other GRHA Applications such as RIMS and FMIS (Financial System).

You will be working within a dynamic motivated team committed to the BHS values. You will also work closely with other application support staff and key regional stakeholders to aid in end user support and day to day maintenance of these very important software systems and their functionality.

Key Selection Criteria:

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant qualifications in Health Informatics, Information Technology or similar would be preferred OR five (5) years’ practical experience in a similar role
• Experience in supporting, updating, and configuring the backend of health applications and modules, ideally Patient Administration Systems.
• Experience with supporting report writing tools such as Cyberquery.
• Experience with iPM and Cyberquery would be an advantage.

Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

• Planning & Organising: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Expertise in analysing, conceptualising and problem solving.

 Work Environment

• Work on site (Base Hospital) with the ability to work remotely if required.
• Reliable transport and the ability to work between various worksites across the Grampians region.

Personal Attributes

• Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
• Initiating Action: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
• Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
• Stress Tolerance: Maintaining stable performance under pressure or opposition (such as time pressure or job ambiguity); handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organisation.

Interpersonal Skills

• Building Strategic Working Relationships: Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
• Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
• Negotiation: Effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.

Why Ballarat Health Services?

Employing around 4,300 staff, BHS' mission is to deliver quality care to the communities we serve by providing safe, accessible and integrated health services resulting in positive experiences and outcomes. Our core values of Teamwork, Respect, Compassion and Accountability are central to our organisation in delivering these outcomes.

Why Ballarat?

Ballarat allows you the best of both worlds. You will enjoy the convenience and amenity that living in a large cosmopolitan city affords with the lifestyle and beauty of a rural environment - and Melbourne is only an hour away via train or freeway. Ballarat’s dining scene is vibrant and leading the push into the future with an abundance of quality, diverse and emerging restaurant, and Cafe scene. Ballarat has some of the state's top primary and secondary schools. Low commuting times, affordable housing, lifestyle, investment, and employment opportunities are all reasons why more than 2,000 people choose to relocate to Ballarat every year

Enquiries can be directed to Tina Smith on 03 5320 4769 or 0403432013.

All applications must be submitted online including addressing each of the key selection criteria within the e-recruit system.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people. 

Residential Services Assistant
Central Allocations Unit
Casual Bank

Ballarat Health Services is the largest regional hospital in the Grampians region.  Ballarat Health Services employs over 4,000 staff to ensure optimum care is provided for all patients, families and visitors. The Central Allocations Unit supplies staff to Acute, Sub-Acute and Residential Services.

The Central Allocations Unit is seeking applications from Residential Services Assistants to join our casual bank to work in our Aged Care and Sub-Acute sites.  This complex position assists with individually catering meals for patient requirements and cleaning residential facilities. 

All applicants must have completed, or be willing to gain, HLTFSE001 – Follow Basic Food Safety Practices (or equivalent).

The casual bank is managed by the Central Allocations Unit which operates seven days a week. Ballarat Health Services uses an electronic rostering system (RosterOn) which matches staff for shifts based on their availability, skills, qualifications and preference of location. Shifts are offered by text / phone call based on staff availability as entered into RosterOn.

You will be part of a team that upholds the organisation’s values; Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Compassion. We are a supportive team who focuses on innovative ideas, quality patient centred care and continuing education. You will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all clients and patients.

At BHS we offer excellent remuneration, benefits and incentives, including:

• Salary packaging
• Paid orientation
• Excellent hourly rates
• Education and professional development opportunities
• Flexible rostering
• Staff car parking
• Social Club
• Employee gym

This is a great opportunity to join the dynamic nursing team at Ballarat Health Services and enjoy flexibility and variety whilst maintaining your specialist skills.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check & Immunisation Clearance.

All applicants must have the right to work within Australia and provide evidence of this. 

Our casual bank shifts are offered within short time frames, therefore to be considered for this role you must be living in the Ballarat region.

All applications must be submitted online.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people. 

Registered Nurse Division 1 Grade 2
Central Allocations Unit
Casual positions

Ballarat Health Services is the largest regional hospital in the Grampians region.  Ballarat Health Services employs over 4,000 staff to ensure optimum care is provided for all patients, families and visitors.  The Central Allocations Unit supplies staff to Acute, Sub-Acute and Residential Services.

The Central Allocations Unit is seeking applications from Registered Nurses to join our casual bank across our Acute, Sub-Acute and/or Aged Care sites including:

• Residential Services
• Sub-Acute Services
• Acute Services including:
  - Maternity
  - Special Care Nursery
  - Paediatrics
  - Emergency Department
  - Intensive Care Unit / Critical Care Unit

The casual bank is managed by the Central Allocations Unit which operates 7 days a week.  Ballarat Health Services uses an electronic rostering system (RosterOn) which matches staff for shifts based on their availabilities, employee skills / qualifications and preference of location.  Shifts are offered by text / phone call based on availabilities entered into RosterOn.   

You will be part of a team that upholds the organisation’s values; Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Compassion.  We are a supportive team who focuses on innovative ideas, quality patient centred care and continuing education.  You will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all clients and patients.

At BHS we offer excellent remuneration, benefits and incentives, including:

• Salary packaging
• Paid orientation
• Excellent hourly rates
• Education and professional development opportunities
• Flexible rostering
• Staff car parking
• Social Club
• Employee gym

This is a great opportunity to join the dynamic nursing team at Ballarat Health Services and enjoy flexibility and variety whilst maintaining your specialist skills.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

All applicants must have the right to work within Australia and provide evidence of this.

Our casual bank shifts are offered within short time frames, therefore to be considered for this role you must be living in the Ballarat region.

All applications must be submitted online.  Please upload any relevant post graduate certificates with your application. 

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people. 

Registered Nurse Division 1 Grade 2
Nursing Support Unit
Permanent, part-time (minimum 48 to 72 hours per fortnight)

Ballarat Health Services is the largest regional hospital in the Grampians region. Ballarat Health Services employs around 4,000 staff to ensure optimum care is provided for all patients, families and visitors.

The Nursing Support Unit is managed by the Central Allocations Unit which operates 7 days a week. Ballarat Health Services uses an electronic rostering system (RosterOn) which matches staff for shifts based on their employee skills / qualifications and availabilities. Staff are able to see their roster and allocated shifts using this electronic system.

To be considered for this position, you must have at least 12 months experience working as a Registered Nurse and be able and agree to work across all Directorates; Acute, Sub-Acute and Residential.

You will be part of a team that upholds the organisation’s values; Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Compassion. We are a supportive team who focuses on innovative ideas, quality patient centred care and continuing education. You will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all clients and patients.

At BHS we offer excellent remuneration, benefits and incentives, including:

• Salary packaging
• Paid orientation
• Excellent hourly rates
• Education and professional development opportunities
• Flexible rostering
• Staff car parking
• Social Club
• Employee gym

This is a great opportunity to join the dynamic nursing team at Ballarat Health Services and enjoy flexibility and variety whilst maintaining your specialist skills.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

All applicants must have the right to work within Australia and provide evidence of this.

All applications must be submitted online. Please upload any relevant post graduate certificates with your application.

To be considered for this role you must be living in the Ballarat region or in the process of relocating.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse 
Nursing Support Unit
Permanent, part-time (Minimum 48 to 72 hours per fortnight)

Ballarat Health Services is the largest regional hospital in the Grampians region.  Ballarat Health Services employs around 4,000 staff to ensure optimum care is provided for all patients, families and visitors.

The Nursing Support Unit are a group of staff who have permanent hours, a roster and the opportunity to work across all sectors at Ballarat Health Services.

Nursing Support Unit staff are required to work across all Directorates; acute, sub-acute, and residential aged care settings to fill shortfalls related to maternity leave, long service leave, study leave, work cover, sick leave and unplanned high activity demands.  Nursing Support Unit staff are required to work a variety of shift times (AM, PM and Night).

The Nursing Support Unit is managed by the Central Allocations Unit which operates 7 days a week.  Ballarat Health Services uses an electronic rostering system (RosterOn) which matches staff for shifts based on their employee skills / qualifications and availabilities.  Staff are able to see their roster and allocated shifts using this electronic system.   

You will be part of a team that upholds the organisation’s values; Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Compassion. We are a supportive team who focuses on innovative ideas, quality patient centered care and continuing education. You will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all clients and patients.

At BHS we offer excellent remuneration, benefits and incentives, including:

• Salary packaging
• Paid orientation
• Excellent hourly rates
• Education and professional development opportunities
• Flexible rostering
• Staff car parking
• Social Club
• Employee gym

This is a great opportunity to join the dynamic nursing team at Ballarat Health Services and enjoy flexibility and variety whilst maintaining your specialist skills.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

All applicants must have the right to work within Australia and provide evidence of this.

To be considered for this role you must be living in the Ballarat region or be in the process of relocating.

All applications must be submitted online.  Please upload a copy of your Diploma of Nursing and transcript with your application.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce.  We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Personal Care Worker
Nursing Support Unit
Permanent , part-time (up to 54 hours per fortnight) 

Ballarat Health Services is the largest regional hospital in the Grampians region.  Ballarat Health Services employs over 4,000 staff to ensure optimum care is provided for all patients, families and visitors. The casual bank supplies staff to Acute, Sub-Acute, and Residential Services.

The Nursing Support Unit is seeking applications from certificate qualified Personal Care Workers to work across Acute, Sub-Acute, and Residential sites.  Applicants must have completed Certificate III in Individual Support (or relevant equivalent); the unit Assist clients With Medication; and be willing to obtain the Safe Food Handlers Certificate (HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Handling Practices).

The Nursing Support Unit is managed by the Central Allocations Unit which operates 7 days a week. Ballarat Health Services uses an electronic rostering system (RosterOn) which matches staff for shifts based on their availabilities, employee skills / qualifications and preference of location. Staff are able to see their roster and allocated shifts using this electronic system.  

You will be part of a team that upholds the organisation’s values; Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Compassion. We are a supportive team who focuses on innovative ideas, quality patient centred care and continuing education. You will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all clients and patients.

At BHS we offer excellent remuneration, benefits and incentives, including:

• Salary packaging
• Paid orientation
• Excellent hourly rates
• Education and professional development opportunities
• Flexible rostering
• Staff car parking
• Social Club
• Employee gym

This is a great opportunity to join the dynamic nursing team at Ballarat Health Services and enjoy flexibility and variety whilst maintaining your specialist skills.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

All applicants must have the right to work within Australia and provide evidence of this.

To be considered for this role you must be living in the Ballarat region or be in the process of relocating.

All applications must be submitted online. Please include the following attachments in your application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Certificate III in Individual Support, evidence of completing the unit HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medications (or equivalent) and if completed, the unit HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Handling Practices

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Personal Care Worker
Central Allocations Unit
Casual Bank

Ballarat Health Services is the largest regional hospital in the Grampians region.  Ballarat Health Services employs over 4,000 staff to ensure optimum care is provided for all patients, families and visitors. The Central Allocations Unit supplies staff to Acute, Sub-Acute, and Residential Services.

The Central Allocations Unit is seeking applications from certificate qualified Personal Care Workers to join the Ballarat Health Services Casual Bank, working across Acute, Sub-Acute and Residential sites. Applicants must have completed: Certificate III in Individual Support (or relevant equivalent), including the unit Assist clients With Medication and hold the 'HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Handling Practices'.

The casual bank is managed by the Central Allocations Unit which operates 7 days a week. Ballarat Health Services uses an electronic rostering system (RosterOn) which matches staff for shifts based on their availabilities, employee skills / qualifications and preference of location. Shifts are offered by text / phone call based on availabilities entered into RosterOn.

You will be part of a team that upholds the organisation’s values; Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Compassion. We are a supportive team who focuses on innovative ideas, quality patient centered care and continuing education. You will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all clients and patients.

At BHS we offer excellent remuneration, benefits and incentives, including:

• Salary packaging
• Paid orientation
• Excellent hourly rates
• Education and professional development opportunities
• Flexible rostering
• Staff car parking
• Social Club
• Employee gym

This is a great opportunity to join the dynamic nursing team at Ballarat Health Services and enjoy flexibility and variety whilst maintaining your specialist skills.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

All applicants must have the right to work within Australia and provide evidence of this.

Our casual bank shifts are offered within short time frames, therefore to be considered for this role you must be living in the Ballarat region.

All applications must be submitted online. Please include the following attachments in your application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Certificate III in Individual Support, evidence of completing the unit HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medications (or equivalent) and if completed, the unit HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Handling Practices

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people. 

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse Level 2
Central Allocations Unit
Casual Bank

Ballarat Health Services is the largest regional hospital in the Grampians region.  Ballarat Health Services employs over 4,000 staff to ensure optimum care is provided for all patients, families and visitors. The Central Allocations Unit supplies staff to Acute, Sub-Acute and Residential Services.

The Central Allocations Unit is seeking applications from Endorsed Enrolled Nurses to join our casual bank across our Acute, Sub-Acute, and/or Aged Care sites.  

The casual bank is managed by the Central Allocations Unit which operates 7 days a week. Ballarat Health Services uses an electronic rostering system (RosterOn) which matches staff for shifts based on their availabilities, employee skills / qualifications and preference of location. Shifts are offered by text / phone call based on availabilities entered into RosterOn.  

You will be part of a team that upholds the organisation’s values; Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Compassion. We are a supportive team who focuses on innovative ideas, quality patient centred care and continuing education. You will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all clients and patients.

At BHS we offer excellent remuneration, benefits and incentives, including:

• Salary packaging
• Paid orientation
• Excellent hourly rates
• Education and professional development opportunities
• Flexible rostering
• Staff car parking
• Social Club
• Employee gym

This is a great opportunity to join the dynamic nursing team at Ballarat Health Services and enjoy flexibility and variety whilst maintaining your specialist skills.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

All applicants must have the right to work within Australia and provide evidence of this.

Our casual bank shifts are offered within short time frames, therefore to be considered for this role you must be living in the Ballarat region.

All applications must be submitted online.  Please upload a copy of your Diploma of Nursing and transcript with your application.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people. 

Ward Assistant
Central Allocations Unit
Casual

Applications are invited for casual Ward Assistants to join the Central Allocations Unit team, working in the Acute sector at Ballarat Health Services.

The Ward Assistant role is highly active and fast paced.  It requires the ability to multi task, prioritise demanding priorities and be self-driven while working mostly unsupervised.  You need to be a team player, who is empathetic and believes in a holistic approach, and have excellent communication and time management skills.

Providing non-medical assistance to ward staff, successful applicants will complete a wide range of tasks, including:

•Cleaning patient areas, bathrooms, equipment and dirty utility room in the clinical ward environment
•Prepare patients beds for admission
•Attending to general housekeeping duties as required by the clinical ward, including patient beverages and collection of daily supplies and newspapers, patient flower’s are watered and fresh
•Transfer medical equipment, patients’ files and results between departments according to hospital protocol and as directed
•Transporting specimens to pathology department
•Maintain stock levels of linen and non-medical supplies

Successful applicants need to be able to commit to a variety of shifts: 8.00am – 4.30pm, 4.30pm – 9.00pm and 9.00pm – 7.30am.  Central Allocation Unit employees are expected to provide regular availability.

Applicants must hold a current National Police Certificate issued within the past 12 months and a Victorian Working with Children’s Check (or be willing to gain if successful in the position).

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory immunisation clearance

All applicants must have the right to work within Australia and provide evidence of this. 

All applications must be submitted online.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.