Clinical Coordinator (533958)

The Team:

The Infection Prevention and Control Unit (IPCU) is small team overseeing infection prevention strategies across Southern Tasmania. Known for their expertise and collaborative approach, the team ensures safe, high-quality care through evidence-based practices, education and ongoing support. Working in a supportive environment, the IPCU plays a vital role in maintaining safety and compliance across the region.  

The Role:

Under the indirect supervision of the Nurse Manager - Infection, Prevention and Control Unit (IPCU):

• Apply highly developed knowledge, skills and experience in the defined field of infection prevention and control to lead and coordinate the delivery of infection prevention and control services to a broad range of staff employed within the Department.
  
  
• Contribute to the Infection Prevention and Control service within the Department through the coordination of a range of risk management activities and processes, including surveillance; auditing; education; and policy, protocol and guideline review.
  
  
• Provide dedicated specialist support to employees managing patients with complex healthcare associated infections.
• Collaborate with the Nurse Manager - IPCU and other staff within the service to plan, develop and administer policies and procedures for the delivery and development of infection prevention and control services, including policy review and the development of strategies to meet current and emerging priorities.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment:

Permanent, part time, day worker position, working up to 40 hours per fortnight, to commence as soon as possible.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time and casual vacancies.

Salary: $106,570 to $112,440 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available: 

• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10 % based on qualification type 

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Holds, or working towards, a relevant postgraduate qualification

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties: 

• 512675, 527141 Clinical Coordinator G5 (July 2023) CSU (3).docx

Application Guide:  

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Plea