Mental Health Clinician - Social Worker
Secure Extended Care Unit
Permanent Full Time
80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADO

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated Social Worker to undertake an ongoing position in the Secure Extended Care Unit -Mental Health Services.

Ballarat Health Services – Ballarat Mental Health Services (BHS – BMHS) is a dynamic Area Mental Health Service striving to provide the highest standards of treatment for the City of Ballarat and local surrounding communities, while maintaining a commitment to a continuously improving clinical environment.

We are currently in the process of undergoing significant service reform with the active involvement and engagement of all staff in the service. This provides an opportunity to be involved in contributing to the development of an innovative, contemporary and person centred Mental Health Service. The service provides opportunity to further develop skills and knowledge, with a commitment to supporting ongoing professional development and supervision.

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.

Clinicians who undertake a career at BHS - BMHS will find the role is both challenging and rewarding, with exposure to a wide range of mental health disorders and treatments experienced by clients aged 18 - 65 years. Our clinicians develop comprehensive knowledge and expert skill in the provision of contemporary mental health treatment for clients and families, leading to many opportunities for career progression and advancement.

Applications are sought from candidates interested in developing specialist clinical skills in the area of mental health treatments. This is a superb opportunity for you to develop your mental health career.

If you want to work in a multi disciplinary team and provide evidence-based treatment to consumers and their families whilst working collaboratively with all services within Ballarat Health Services and the client’s community, we would be delighted to receive your application. For further enquiries please contact Louise Moore on 0447249674.

A current Victorian Drivers Licence, Immunisation Clearance, Working with Children Check and Police Check are mandatory for this position.

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.

Librarian, Grade 1
Ballarat Health Services Library
Permanent Part Time
60 hours per fortnight

An enthusiastic Librarian is sought to provide Library Services across Ballarat Health Services and affiliated organisation sites (may require monthly travel to other sites in the Grampians).

Primary responsibilities include current awareness, training, literature searching and digital repository management. Sound knowledge and experience in a range of library systems is required along with well developed IT skills, communication skills and the ability to work well in the pursuit of team needs and goals.

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 Library team.  Professional development is supported through regular internal and external training opportunities where appropriate.

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

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

For further information please contact Gemma Siemensma, Library Manager on 03 5320 4455.

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.

Accommodation Coordinator
Fixed Term until 01/06/2020
80 hrs per fortnight including ADO

Environmental Services currently has a fixed term opportunity for an Accommodation Coordinator. The role is to assist in coordinating our accommodation services for all residential clients. The role is responsible for ensuring that program KPI’s are delivered, reporting requirements are fulfilled, and all day-to-day operational tasks are completed.

You will need to demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills, along with a proven 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.

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

Enquiries can be directed to Don Colbert Manager Environmental Services on 5320 4207

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/Registered Midwife

Special Care Nursey

Part time Fixed Term positions - Maternity Leave

64 Hours per fortnight - (02/03/2020 to 28/02/2021

Ballarat Health Services is seeking a dynamic, energetic registered nurse/registered midwife to work in the special care nursery (SCN).

If you have exceptional clinical skills, a commitment to quality and are a driven leader this is the position for you.

SCN at BHS is a 10 cot Level 4 unit that is co-located on the 5th floor with the in-patient maternity unit and birthing suites.

As the successful applicant it is desirable that you will have extensive neonatal clinical experience, appropriate qualifications, and strive for family centered care, and be able to work a rotating roster across all shifts.

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 SCN and the whole of Women’s and Children’s Services.

Being part of a team that values leadership and excellence in healthcare, you will work in first class facilities that maximise care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all parents and families. 

Key Selection Criteria

Qualifications & Experience

• Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse/Midwife.
• Recent neonatal nursing experience is preferred but not essential.
• Post-graduate qualifications in neonatal nursing would be highly regarded.

Technical Knowledge and Skills 

• Care Management: Having the knowledge and skills to secure relevant patient care data and identify key issues and relationships in the management of patient care; understanding the relationships among assessments, interventions, and patient responses; skilled in documentation of assessments and adjusting physical and cognitive prescriptions as needed.
• Patient Relations: Meeting patient and patient family needs; taking responsibility for a patient’s safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; using appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.

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 organization.
• Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.

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.
• Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships. 

Ballarat Base Hospital is the largest regional hospital in the Grampians region. It is the principle refrral hospital for the entire region, which extends from Bacchus Marsh on the outskirts of Melbourne to the South Australian border, an area of ~48,000 square kilometers.

Ballarat is a vibrant regional hub offering easy access to Melbourne, the greater grampians region and surf coast beaches. With a growing population, low cost of living, outstanding schools and vibrant sporting and arts communities, Ballarat is indeed an enviable location for your next career move or progression.

For further information please contact Luke McEldrew, Nurse Unit Manager, on 5320 4850.

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

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 Response Service Call-taker
Safety Link
3 Part-time - Permanent Positions
Minimum 48 hours per fortnight (24/7 Roster)

Safety Link, one of Australia's largest and most respected providers of quality personal response services requires a part-time team member for its Monitoring Department.
Providing phone based monitoring services, the successful applicant will enjoy a fast paced, varied and often challenging role.

Key Responsibilities
· Respond to Medical Emergency alarm calls
· Conduct daily welfare checks for clients who have missed a daily call
· Respond to inbound calls
· Determine the type of event reported and facilitate dispatch of appropriate services
· Maintain accurate notes in the internal database
· Contact clients and conduct testing of Alarm Pendants

Is this the position for you?
· Can you type quickly and accurately while listening to information?
· Do you have strong judgment and decision making skills?
· Can you be appropriately assertive but empathetic with people who are distressed?
· Do you have the ability to work under pressure with competing demands within tight time schedules?
· Can you commit to working all shifts across a 24 hour 7 day a week roster?
· Can you use complex computer systems?
· Can you multi task in a busy and unpredictable environment?
· Can you manage the emotional impact of dealing with medical emergencies?
· Are you willing to obtain a Level 1 First Aid Certificate?

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.

Please view our attached position description for a detailed outline of essential criteria

Potential candidates must be aware that the ability to work day, afternoon and night shifts on a set rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays is mandatory.

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.

Occupational Therapist
Secure Extended Care Unit - Mental Health
Permanent Full time
80 hours per fortnight

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated Occupational Therapist to undertake an ongoing position in the Secure Extended Care Unit - Mental Health. Ballarat Health Services – Ballarat Mental Health Services (BHS – BMHS) is a dynamic Area Mental Health Service striving to provide the highest standards of treatment for the City of Ballarat and local surrounding communities, while maintaining a commitment to a continuously improving clinical environment.

We are currently in the process of undergoing significant service reform with the active involvement and engagement of all staff in the service. This provides an opportunity to be involved in contributing to the development of an innovative, contemporary and person centred Mental Health Service. The service provides opportunity to further develop skills and knowledge, with a commitment to supporting ongoing professional development and supervision.

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.

Clinicians who undertake a career at BHS - BMHS will find the role is both challenging and rewarding, with exposure to a wide range of mental health disorders and treatments experienced by clients aged 18 - 65 years. Our clinicians develop comprehensive knowledge and expert skill in the provision of contemporary mental health treatment for clients and families, leading to many opportunities for career progression and advancement.

Applications are sought from candidates interested in developing specialist clinical skills in the area of mental health treatments. This is a superb opportunity for you to develop your mental health career.

If you want to work in a multi disciplinary team and provide evidence-based treatment to consumers and their families whilst working collaboratively with all services within Ballarat Health Services and the client’s community, we would be delighted to receive your application. For further enquiries please contact Louise Moore on 0447249674.

A current Victorian Drivers Licence, Immunisation Clearance, Working with Children Check and Police Check are mandatory for this position.

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.

Symptom & Urgent Review Clinic (SURC) Nurse Grade 4
Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centre (BRICC)

Permanent Full Time/Part Time

80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADO or 7.6 hours days if part-time

Ballarat Health Services (BHS) is seeking a dynamic, energetic Registered Nurse to lead and develop the BRICC SURC which will be based in the Day Oncology department. This position is Permanent Full time, 80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADO. Job share (7.6 hour days) will be considered for the right applicant(s). The role will provide support to service users receiving or recently completed SACT, to BRICC and more broadly within BHS. In addition, you will provide education to patients requiring oral therapies. 

The successful candidate will have advanced communication and assessment skills enabling you to educate, assess and triage service users on the phone and face to face. You will build effective rapports with other internal and external Health Care Professionals to provide education and patient-centred care as close to home as possible, including the use of telehealth. Working within a Multi-Disciplinary Team you will facilitate and foster best practice and optimum service delivery to service users.

If you have the skills required, a strong commitment to quality care and are an innovative Registered Nurse, this is the position for you. 

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 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 Rachel Hodges on 03 5320 6416 or Steve Medwell on 03 5320 8625.

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.

Physiotherapist - Grade Two HARP, Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab
Physiotherapy Department
Permanent - Part Time
53.2 hours per fortnight (3.5 days/week)

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 our multidisciplinary HARP team, including the Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation programs.

You will have excellent clinical reasoning and experience in managing a wide range of cardiac, pulmonary and chronic disease conditions requiring physiotherapy input both centre based and in the community.  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, patients and their families/carers.

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 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.

Food and Domestic Services Assistant
Inpatient Rehabilitation Program
Permanent Part-Time
30 hours per fortnight

Ballarat Health Services is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Food & Domestic and work in the Inpatient Rehabilitation Program. Duties will include assisting with food service preparation, cleaning and other duties as required.

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 (HLTFS207C - Follow Basic Food Safety Practices).

The successful applicant must be able to provide a high standard of work performance and have good communication skills. The ability to work well with others in the team is important, as is the ability to work without supervision when required.

Successful applicants will be expected to work across a 7 day week roster which may include public holidays. Please indicate your availabilities on your application.

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 Inpatient Rehabilitation Program.

Suitable applicants must also demonstrate competence in the following behaviours:

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

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 Natalie Nicholas on 5320 3787.

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.

Hospital Pharmacist Grade 1 or 2 - Rotational
Pharmacy Department
Permanent, Part Time
64 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 team-based clinical pharmacy services with possible rotations to dispensary and manufacturing services. 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.

2020 Surgical Registrar (Unaccredited)
Division of Surgery
Fixed Term - Full Time
12 month contract (2020 Clinical Year – Immediate Start)

Ballarat Health Services has secured two new positions for unaccredited registrars to work on a fixed term contract in 2020 to assist in the delivery of care to surgical patients and to further develop or consolidate expertise appropriate to the stage of training.  The two new positions will make up a contingent of 8 Surgical Registrars in total (4 Accredited and 4 Unaccredited. The position aims to provide experience required for further progress in surgical training programs.

Key responsibilities include:

• To provide for the day to day clinical management of patients under the care and direction of the relevant Consultant to ensure a high quality of patient care.
• To undertake administrative duties for the Unit under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor to ensure that the Unit is run efficiently.
  To provide relief for leave cover in Specialty Surgical units.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated experience and skills, appropriate to stage of training, in the assessment and clinical management of surgical patients
• Understanding of the relevant legislation pertaining to Medical Officers
• High level interpersonal and communication skills
• Evidence of on-going professional development 
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Ability to operate in an environment of change

Ballarat Health Services comprises the Base Hospital (221 acute beds), Queen Elizabeth Centre (sub-acute care 70 beds) and Psychiatric Services (67 beds). Ballarat Health Services is a major training site for the University of Melbourne and Deakin Rural Clinical Schools. Senior staff is strongly committed to teaching and the professional development of Interns, HMOs and Registrars.

Benefits provided to those working at Ballarat Health Services include:

• Salary Packaging
• Gymnasium
• Social Club
• HMO Room
• Library

Ballarat offers a superb regional lifestyle with excellent public and private schools, recreational and sporting facilities, shopping, entertainment and cultural pursuits. Country or city living is available within minutes of the hospital and there is easy access to Melbourne (70 minutes).

Please apply on line by submitting your CV and your cover letter. Please note that you can only attach .doc or .pdf files. 

Enquiries regarding this position may be directed to Junior Medical Workforce via email medwork@bhs.org.au

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

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

Media and Communications Lead
Community Engagement
Permanent Full Time
(80 hrs per fortnight including monthly ADO) 

The Community Engagement team currently has an opportunity for a Media and Communications Lead. This is an exciting role within the newly established team and we are looking for a well-rounded communications professional who is able to grow our communications activities.

• You will be up for a challenge and have a broad skill set that will enable you to deliver activities that will further enhance the BHS brand. These will include:
• Liaising with senior BHS executives and external media organisations to facilitate media opportunities about BHS
• Contributing to, producing or project managing a range of campaigns and publications across the organisation, among them our Annual Report, posters, brochures and newsletters
• Developing, writing and designing eDMs
• Creatively shaping content for different publications, print and online, by writing, editing and proofreading copy
• Supporting a website redevelopment process and delivering campaigns through traditional and social media.

You will need to demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills as you build a network of colleagues across the health service and community. You will also be able to demonstrate a history of marketing, journalism, public relations and communications excellence.

We are looking for someone with a positive attitude and an ability to plan and deliver communications in both a reactive and proactive way. Your Planning, organising and time management skills will be key as you juggle competing priorities and activities. Previous experience in a public sector, education, not for profit or health environment is desirable.

Key Selection Criteria

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualifications in a relevant field, such as Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Digital Media or Copywriting would be highly regarded.
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in such as Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Digital Media or Copywriting.
• Solid experience in writing, editing and proofing a range of materials for a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated success in developing, implementing and monitoring marketing, communications and media campaigns that support the achievement of an organisation’s objectives.
• Experience with photography and video production for social media content is seen as highly desirable. 

 Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated contemporary knowledge of social media platforms, trends, and best practice for effective communication via these channels.
• Demonstrated outstanding writing skills, with an understanding of how to apply consistent brand messaging to the content produced.
• Ability to handle complex and sensitive information and disseminate this information through a range of channels.

  Personal Attributes 

• Adaptability
• Work Standards
• Stress Tolerance 
• Initiating Action
• Planning and Organising

 Interpersonal Skills

• Building Strategic Working Relationships
• Communication

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.

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.

How to apply

Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter and a resume detailing experience relevant to the position. There are separate questions in the online application that relate to the key selection criteria of the role.

Enquiries can be directed to Jennie Courtney, Director Community Engagement on 53204351.

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.

Painter
Engineering Department
Full Time

80 Hours per fortnight with monthly ADO

Ballarat Health Services is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Painter and work in the Engineering Department This involves the repair and painting of building surfaces and other items such as furniture and plant equipment.

Other duties will include work with and assisting other trades or professional staff as appropriate in building and engineering services across all our facilities.

The successful applicant will possess a high degree of flexibility and initiative; have an eye for detail and a willingness to learn.

The successful applicant must be able to provide a high standard of work performance and have good communication skills. The ability to work well with others in the team is important, as is the ability to work without supervision when required.

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 Scott Knight on 03 5320-4510.

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. 

IT Systems Manager
Information Technology
Permanent - Full Time
80 hours a fortnight with a monthly ADO

The Information Technology team has an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Systems Manager to join the management team. Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) the IT Systems Manager is responsible for managing the efficient and consistent delivery of ICT support services to Ballarat Health Services (BHS), Health Services within the Grampians Region, and other associated organisations by means of;

• Day to day management of 3rd level IT systems support staff, and supervision of technical operational support teams
• Regular review and coordination of service and incident requests in conjunction with IT Operations Manager and IT Network Manager with monthly reporting against Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Working with the CTO to develop IT infrastructure road maps to support current and future business requirements
• Maintain IT infrastructure currency and ensure compliance to all standards and cybersecurity obligations in conjunction with the IT Security Lead
• To identify potential efficiencies of new and existing ICT software and hardware solutions
• Work in collaboration with the IT Projects Lead to deliver technical advice and services to existing and future projects both at BHS and across the Grampians Region.

The successful applicant will lead a dynamic team of highly skilled professionals to provide exceptional IT services to the Grampians region. Ideally suiting a candidate who prospers in this team environment and is passionate and self-motivated. Well-developed communication and interpersonal and skills would be highly regarded.

To be successful in the role you will;

• Have proven experience leading teams in the delivery and support of a diverse and complex portfolio of business-critical IT infrastructure
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Highly developed organisational, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Possess Tertiary qualifications in an IT or business discipline

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 these outcomes.

Please include your Resume, Cover Letter and address the Key Selection Criteria. All applications must be submitted online.

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

For further enquiries please contact Chris Reeve, Chief Technology Officer, on 5320 4737.

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 - Graduate Transition to Practice Program
Centre for Education and Training (CET)
Fixed term, part -time - 64 hours per fortnight
6 April 2020 to 18 April 2021

 The aims of the program are to:

• Provide support and guidance to the early career practitioner.
• Develop confidence, clinical competence and skills related to the multi-faceted professional role of a Graduate Enrolled Nurse.
• Provide realistic learning experiences to consolidate professional and personal development.
• The program involves three (3) clinical rotations with in BHS with clinical support at the bedside.
• The variety of clinical experience will include residential, subacute and acute care.

General Information about Ballarat Health Services:

Ballarat Health Services offers a comprehensive range of general and specialist care across key medical and healthcare disciplines including acute, subacute, residential aged care services, community care, psychiatric services, dental services and rehabilitation services. It is a major teaching and research health organisation, which services the whole of Western Victoria, from Bacchus Marsh to the South Australian border. The service actively supports clinical education and provides a range of postgraduate programs (affiliated with various Higher Education Partners) in addition to the Transition to Practice programs.

Application Process

All applications are to be submitted on line including the following:

• Cover letter
• CV including two (2) professional referees.
• Academic transcript
• All clinical appraisal summaries
• Passport size photo

Applications close Friday 14th February 2020

All appointments are subject to satisfactory current police check and immunisation clearance

For further information please contact Marilyn Kearney - Coordinator Graduate Nurses on 03 5320 4823 or marilyn.kearney@bhs.org.au

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.

Mental Health Clinician
Infant Child Mental Health Service
Permanent Full Time
80 Hours per fortnight with monthly ADO

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated Infant, Child & Adolescent Mental Health Clinician to undertake an ongoing position in on of the Ballarat Health Service - Mental Health Service - Infant Child Mental Health team.

Ballarat Health Services – Ballarat Mental Health Services (BHS – MHS) is a dynamic Area Mental Health Service striving to provide the highest standards of treatment for the City of Ballarat and local surrounding communities, while maintaining a commitment to a continuously improving clinical environment.

We are currently in the process of undergoing significant service reform with the active involvement and engagement of all staff in the service. This provides an opportunity to be involved in contributing to the development of an innovative, contemporary and person centred Mental Health Service. The service provides opportunity to further develop skills and knowledge, with a commitment to supporting ongoing professional development and supervision.

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.

Clinicians who undertake a career at BHS - BMHS will find the role is both challenging and rewarding, with exposure to a wide range of mental health disorders and treatments experienced by young people aged 0-14 years. Our clinicians develop comprehensive knowledge and expert skill in the provision of contemporary mental health treatment for clients and families, leading to many opportunities for career progression and advancement.

Applications are sought from candidates interested in developing specialist clinical skills in the area of mental health treatments. This is a superb opportunity for you to develop your mental health career.

If you want to work in a multi disciplinary team and provide evidence-based treatment to consumers and their families whilst working collaboratively with all services within Ballarat Health Services and the client’s community, we would be delighted to receive your application. For further enquiries please contact Leanne Rankin on (03) 53 203030.

A current Victorian Drivers Licence, Immunisation Clearance, Working with Children Check and Police Check are mandatory for this position.

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.

2020/2021 O&G Staff Specialist

Full time – 1.0, 76hrs/fortnight (plus oncall)
Commencing 1 May 2020

Welcome to Ballarat Health Services, we are proudly the principal referral hospital covering the Grampians region, which extends from Bacchus Marsh to the South Australian border, an area of 48,000 square kilometres. We deliver top quality healthcare to more than 230,000 people.

Currently, we have a unique opportunity for a full-time, 38 hour per week Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist role available.

Presently, the O&G department see approximately 1500 births per year, has both gynaecology and obstetric theatre sessions each week and run many obstetric and gynaecology clinics each week. The service is supported by an outstanding team of experienced midwives, allied health units, visiting subspecialists of a Gynaecological Oncologist and Urogynaecologist. Our senior staff are passionately committed to exceptional teaching and the professional development of Interns, HMOs and Registrars; priding ourselves on Ballarat Health Services values-based culture and offer a generous range of benefits to support you to maintain a healthy work/life balance.

Both BHS and our department has a strong affiliation with the two major medical universities in Ballarat – the University of Melbourne and Deakin Rural Clinical School. We have recently achieved a four year accreditation for O&G training by RANZCOG.

We are excited to offer an amazing opportunity for a new team member and are seeking a motivated and experienced expert Obstetrics and Gynaecology Consultant to join our progressive team.

You will be working as part of an amazing multidisciplinary unit, applying medical knowledge and experience in the diagnosis, investigation, treatment and high quality clinical care of patients. You will have a strong commitment to consultation of inpatients including service on the O&G after-hours on-call roster, routine obstetrics, routine gynaecology and colposcopy clinics and labour ward coverage. Additionally, this role will provide superior professional clinical leadership within the specialty area, by way of provide training, education and supervision to junior medical staff and other health care members. This will include assigning and supervising the clinical practice of junior medical officers. You will also contribute to teaching/training at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. As part of your role, you may be required to promote and lead audits, including mortality/morbidity review.

Ballarat is Victoria’s largest inland city, located conveniently just over an hour by road or rail from Melbourne. Ballarat is charismatic, and has enjoyed a rich and prosperous heritage thanks to the Gold Rush that began in 1851. Since then, Ballarat has grown into a city with an ever growing population of over 114,000 people. It also has a fascinating and impressive backdrop of architecturally public and private buildings, and is a thriving hub of contemporary arts, events, brews and wine.

Ballarat is renowned for our welcoming and friendly way of life, our strong sense of community with an abundance of excellent sports and other amenities, educational (primary through tertiary) facilities, as well as a vibrant arts and cultural scene.

At BHS we pride ourselves on embracing Ballarat’s sense of community and diversity, and foster an inclusive culture where individual differences are respected and celebrated. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

To be the successful candidate you must have completed your specialist training and be registered with the Medical Board of Australia and be a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists or equivalent. Due to the FTE associated with this role, only Australian or New Zealand residents can be considered.

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

Enquiries regarding this position can be made via email to Natasha.frawley@bhs.org.au And 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) - Care of the Older Adult
Aged Operations
Permanent part-time
50 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?

Are you ready for your next career move and secure a clinical nursing role providing quality health care for older people?

Ballarat Health Services is seeking an experienced Enrolled Nurse, with Medication Endorsement, to join the Care of the Older Person - Aged Operations Directorate in providing long term care using contemporary best practice models.

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 PS Hobson for an experienced, dynamic and highly motivated Enrolled Nurse with experience in aged care and/or dementia care.

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 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 and Aged Care Standards.

To be successful in the role, you will be able to:
•Align with, and work by the residential model of care ‘Community of Kindness’ as we strive for a standard of conduct that fosters a supportive and professional environment for all.
•Excel in professional standards and possess strong interpersonal skills.
•Consistently inspire others to promote and deliver high quality care.
•Possess a developed ability to solution find, educate and innovate team members into continuous improvement principals.
•Deliver nursing care using well developed clinical reasoning process.
•Possess commitment and proven success in working within best practice and innovative dementia care principals.

Your primary location of employment will be in a 60 bed unit – PS Hobson in Wendouree. Currently undergoing a refurbishment plan, PS Hobson is situated on the doorstep of the newly redeveloped Stockland’s Wendouree shopping precinct, in the heart of a growing Wendouree community. This position is supported by an abundance of local neighbouring child care and schools as well as the prestigious College Precinct. A short stroll from PS Hobson is Ballarat’s' Lake Wendouree, with walking trails, restaurants and cafes to enjoy. This position is complete with free on-site parking. This is a rare opportunity to secure a clinical role in a picturesque and practical location with ease of access to a range of shopping and eateries.

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

Successful applicants must have the availability to work across all shifts including AM, PM and nights over 7/5 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 Michelle Stirrup-Prazak on (03) 43136166.

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.

Mental Health Casual Bank (RPN's, PEN's & Mental Health Clinicians)
Casual Bank
Acute, Aged and Residential Units and Community Mental Health Services

Ballarat Health Services-Mental Health Services is a dynamic Area Mental Health Service striving to provide the highest standards of treatment for the community while maintaining a commitment to a continuously improving clinical environment.

We currently have opportunities for Registered Nurses Div 1, Enrolled Nurses. Psychologists, Social Workers and Occupational Therapists to be part of the Psychiatric Casual Bank. The bank offers the opportunity to work across the Acute, Aged and Residential Units, SECU, CCU and Mother and Family Unit and Community Mental Health Services.

As a member of our casual bank, you will be utilising contemporary evidence based treatments to develop discipline-specific skills in a best-practice client-centred, family-inclusive environment.

Applicants must hold a current registration with the AHPRA or be eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers. Please note that a current police check is required on appointment and must be renewed every three years, as well as a Working with Children Check.

Casual Bank allows you flexibility and variety. We provide paid orientation and competency days on commencement, salary packaging, social club activities, in-service education and professional development, a well equipped library, and access to car parking.

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic, flexible and responsive team you will develop discipline-specific skills in a recovery-focused environment where a client-centred, family-focused approach is emphasised, work in your area of interest and enhance your skills in mental health.

As a member of the Casual Nurse Bank you are eligible to apply for the variety of positions advertised internally across the Health Service.

All applications must be submitted online and appointment is subject to a satisfactory Police Check and 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.

Medical Oncologist
Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centre (BRICC)
Contract – (1 year)
(3.8 hrs per week; 0.1 FTE)

Applications are sought from suitably qualified Medical Oncologists for the position of Consultant Medical Oncologist at Ballarat Health Services (BHS). This position is located within the Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centre (BRICC) and is available to commence in February 2020. This particular post is available as a response to the growth in the oncology service, and also replacement of an existing staff member who has reduced their commitment

The successful applicant will be an outstanding clinician, demonstrate an exceptional track record as an oncologist and communicator and provide a high-level knowledge of the oncology services where evidence based clinical approaches are fundamental to the delivery of services. The successful applicant will have a sub-speciality interest area that will be supported through an active research and clinical trials unit.

The BRICC is located in the Ballarat Base Hospital, the largest regional hospital in the Grampians region. It is the principal referral hospital for the entire region, which extends from Bacchus Marsh on the outskirts of Melbourne to the South Australian border, an area of ~48,000 square kilometres.

The BRICC delivers a multi-modality oncology service – from state of the art radiotherapy and chemotherapy (including outreach), comprehensive allied health and supportive care, research and clinical trials to a vibrant Wellness Centre offering a full suite of complementary therapies.

The medical oncology specialist team currently comprises 5 full time and 5 visiting medical oncologists as well as a recently expanded haematology service including two staff haematologist. An expanded medical training program includes an advanced trainee oncology registrar, a clinical oncology Fellow, a basic trainee medical registrar and medical residents.

We work closely with the Radiation Oncology Unit (BAROC), Palliative Care (outstanding inpatient palliative care facility “Gandarra”), oncology inpatient services (ward 4 south) and the onsite satellite pharmacy.  The oncology unit supports 4 outreach consultation and treatment services at Stawell, Horsham, Maryborough and Hamilton. The oncology unit meets with all clinical units at BBH, with regular tumour stream specific multidisciplinary meetings, and has strong ties with metro tertiary hospitals and Melbourne and Deakin Universities.

Ballarat is a vibrant regional hub offering easy access to Melbourne, the greater Grampians region and surf coast shire beaches. With a growing population, low cost of living, outstanding schools and vibrant sporting and arts communities, Ballarat is indeed an enviable location for your next career move or progression.

This role is suited to a clinical medical oncologist wishing to contribute to a growing and vibrant service and also an aspirational professional driven by career, community and contribution. An attractive remuneration package is attached to this role.  Registration or eligibility for registration with the Medical Board of Australia is a must. Applicants must be Fellows of the Royal Australian College of Physicians or equivalent. AHPRA registration is mandatory.

For further information please contact BHS Clinical Director of Medical Oncology Dr. Stephen Brown at Stephen.brown@bhs.org.au. Interested applicants can apply online at www.bhs.org.au.

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
Hailey House
Permanent Part Time
80 hours Multiple positions available

Ballarat Health Services is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Personal Care Worker at Hailey House. Hailey House is a 60-bed Ageing–in-Place residential facility located in Ballarat. We are a team committed to the delivery of resident focused high quality care, in a modern light facility.

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 or IV in Residential Aged Care
•Successful attainment of CHCCS305C - Assist Clients with Medication
•Successful attainment of HLTFS207C - 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 Hailey House.

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 Linda Newby on 5338 7916 .

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 Neuropsychologist - Grade 3 
Psychology Department
Permanent - Part Time
22.8 hours per fortnight

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Grade 3 Clinical Neuropsychologist to join our experienced, knowledgeable and supportive team of Clinical Psychologists and Clinical Neuropsychologists.

As part of an Allied Health multidisciplinary team, the Psychology Department at Ballarat Health Services provides diagnosis, assessment and intervention services to assist patients in recovery from and adjustment to acute and chronic illness, injury, trauma, and neurodevelopmental and cognitive conditions.

The successful applicant will demonstrate:
• A commitment to patient-centred care
• Excellent knowledge of psychological assessment, diagnosis and intervention
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills
• A commitment to ongoing learning

Benefits of working at Ballarat Health Services:
• Salary packaging options.
• Attractive regional lifestyle.
• Opportunity to work as part of a team of psychologists.
• Excellent supervision and professional development support.

It is essential that applicants be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, have Board-approved supervisor status, with clinical neuropsychology as an approved area of practice.

Applications must address selection criteria in writing and be submitted online.

Please contact Kylie McKenzie, Clinical Manager, Psychology Department on (03) 5320 3700 for more information.

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.

About Ballarat Health Services

Ballarat Health Services is Victoria’s second largest regional health service, providing a comprehensive range of general and specialist care across key medical and healthcare disciplines including acute care, sub-acute care, residential aged care services, community care, mental health, dental and rehabilitation services.

Ballarat Health Services is the principal referral hospital for the Grampians Region, which extends from Bacchus Marsh to the South Australian border. The region, covering some 48,000 square kilometres, is home to nearly 250,000 people. With a staff in excess of 4,000 employees, Ballarat Health Services is one of the major employers in the Grampians Region.

About the role

The Cardiovascular Suite which opened in 2012 provides interventional cardiology & radiology procedures Monday to Friday plus emergency on call 24/7.  Our Cardiac service is rapidly expanding and we are looking for the right candidate to upskill a new workforce in interventional cardiology using theory and clinical mentorship.  The applicant will be able to maintain clinical skill whilst providing educational leadership to our workforce. The successful applicant will be provided with a supportive onboarding and orientation program which will provide supernumery and competency in the role prior to commencement. 

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.

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.

Physiotherapist - Grade Two CRC Neurology Stream
Physiotherapy Department
Fixed Term - Part Time
53.6 hours per fortnight (3.5 days/week)

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 our multidisciplinary Community Rehabilitation team at Ballarat Health Services.

You will have excellent clinical reasoning and experience in managing a wide range of neurological conditions requiring physiotherapy input in community rehabilitation.  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 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.

Medical Oncology Fellow

Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centre

Fixed Term - Full Time (12 month contract)

Commencing February 2020

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants for the position of Medical Oncology Fellow at Ballarat Regional Cancer Centre for 2020. It is accredited by the RACP for 12 months of non-core training in Medical Oncology. The position is a 12 month appointment, commencing in February 2020.

Ballarat Base Hospital is a large Regional Hospital, centrally located in Ballarat, approximately 100km west of Melbourne (population 101,000). We opened our purpose built Oncology Centre, the Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centre, attached to the Ballarat Base Hospital, in 2013 providing a wide range of oncological services. We have an expanding chemotherapy day unit providing outpatient chemotherapy, two state of the art linear accelerators for radiotherapy services, inpatient facilities, research and clinical trials unit, and a wide range of allied health services including breast care nurses, prostate cancer specialist nurse, leukaemia supportive services coordinator, social workers, oncology pharmacists, physiotherapy, dietetics and occupational therapy. The service currently employs four full time medical oncologists as well as six visiting medical oncologists and four visiting haematologists. We currently have a clinical oncology fellow, advanced trainee oncology registrar, as well as a basic trainee medical registrar and medical resident officers as part of our inpatient team. We work closely with the radiation oncology unit (BAROC) and the palliative care team with an outstanding inpatient palliative care facility, 'Gandarra' situated nearby. The oncology unit at Ballarat works closely with all the clinical teams at Ballarat Base Hospital, with regular multidisciplinary meetings with the breast, gastrointestinal,urological, thoracic, neuro-oncology and ENT units. A significant proportion of cancer care west of Melbourne utilizes our services, with a catchment population of in excess of 350,000. We have a close affiliation with Medical Oncology and Haematology Units at the Austin Hospital. We also provide teaching to medical students from both Melbourne and Deakin Universities.

Ballarat is just over and hour's drive from the centre of Melbourne,located in the Central Highlands of Victoria.There are a number of nearby state parks and large reserves,including the Enfield State Park, Creswick Regional Park, Mount Wareenheip Flora Reserve and Lake Barrumbeet Park. The fertile surrounds also supports farming, with high quality local produce available, with an outstanding array of restaurants and cafes making full use of this. There is also an abundance of options for bushwalking, cycling, rock-climbing, running, rowing, kayaking, golf etc. all within a short distance from the centre of Ballarat.

The Fellow position is a full time clinical and research based position, suitable for candidates wishing to gain valuable clinical experience in a regional cancer centre. We have four outpatient clinics a week, with one being an outreach clinic. There is scope to develop telehealth services to supplement our current service to the region. It is anticipated that there will be considerable time available to work on your own research project as well as participating in the research activities of the unit. Whilst there is no inpatient care assigned to the role, it is an opportunity to help oversee the inpatient unit, providing teaching as well as guidance, all overseen by our team of very supportive consultants. Current on-call responsibilities are one in six weeks, with all members of the unit participating in the after hour's roster.

For further enquiries, please contact Dr Stephen Brown, Clinical Director of Medical Oncology, on 03 5320 8500 or via email stephen.brown@bhs.org.au.

Applications must be submitted online. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory police check and 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 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 around 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 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.

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 L2 
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).

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 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.

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.

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. 

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 Level 2
Central Allocations Unit
Casual Bank


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 casual bank 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 and we need to see evidence of your certificate and transcript.

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 around 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 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 must hold a Safe Food Handlers Certificate. 

Federation University Nursing Students must have completed their first year of studies and have successfully completed the unit Pharmacology for Nurses to be considered for this position.  You also need to upload a copy of your unofficial academic transcript that details what units have been completed.

ACU Nursing Students must have completed their first year of studies and have successfully completed the unit HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medications to be considered for this position.  You also need to upload a copy of your unofficial academic transcript that details what units have been completed.

If successful for the position, all Nursing Students need to be able to provide confirmation of university enrolment at the beginning of each year.

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 and evidence of completing the unit HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medications (or equivalent)

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 (54 hrs 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 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), including the unit Assist clients With Medication and must hold a Safe Food Handlers Certificate. 

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. 

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 and evidence of completing the unit HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medications (or equivalent)

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 around 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 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 HLTFSE001 – Follow Basic Food Safety Practices (or equivalent).

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.

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.