Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the regional hospital for Gippsland providing a comprehensive range of health care services including acute, sub-acute, ambulatory, aged and mental health services.

Applications are invited from Registered Nurses with current emergency nursing experience who are interested in joining our Emergency Department team. You must have a commitment to person centred care and working part of a dynamic team.

Successful applicants will have excellent communication skills, be flexible and adaptable and have a commitment to development of self and others.

Further information can be obtained by contacting Anne Galletti, Nurse Unit Manager Emergency Department on (03) 5173 8643.

The successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital supports Equal Employment Opportunity by recognising and valuing inclusion and diversity. The hospital encourages all people from different cultures and backgrounds to apply for our advertised positions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants are encouraged to apply. Successful appointment will be based on merit and satisfactorily passing a Police Check and Working With Children’s Check. LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to assist on (03) 5173 8831 or kooriliaison@lrh.com.au

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons. 

This position will be based in Orbost, which is a historic tourist town located in the heart of Snowy River country. There is a well known local brewery known as Sailors Grave. There is also great access to many bush walking trails. Orbost is in close proximity to Marlo and Cape Conran, for those who love beaches, surfing, estuary fishing, and other water sports. The Snowy River National Park is nearby, with its tall forests, and Little River Gorge (Victoria's deepest Gorge).  

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified Community Clinician join the Community Mental Health Service team  on a Full-time, Fixed Term Basis. The position is located in Orbost and is working in the community with patients with mental illnesses.

Reporting to the Manager Mental Health East Gippsland the successful applicant will play an important role in provision of a comprehensive assessment of needs for referred clients, their family and carers.

To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Registered Nurse Division 1* or 3. OR

• Degree or Diploma of a recognised school of Occupational Therapy or to be eligible to be a member of the Victorian Association of Occupational Therapists. OR

• Full general registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (this does not include "provisional" registration) OR

• Degree or Diploma in Social Work eligibility or other qualification acceptable for membership to AASW.

• Current Victorian Driver’s License and be prepared to undertake a National Police Check

• Current Working with Children’s Check

• Computer literacy skills

(* Indicates with a formal Post-Graduate qualification in Mental Health Nursing)

For further information about this position please contact Sue Mulkearns, Manager Mental Health East Gippsland on (03) 5152 8800. 

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool. LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons. Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified Associate Nurse Unit Manager to join the Macalister team at Latrobe Regional Hospital on a Full Time basis.

Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager the successful applicant will play an important role in providing the highest possible standards of care required, both from clinical and operational perspectives.

The Associate Nurse Unit Manager is responsible for implementing and coordinating care delivery ensuring legislative compliance and adherence to policies and procedures that support the delivery of high standards of clinical practices.
Manage, co-ordinate, lead and assist in the development of the unit ensuring person centered care and the achievement of a high standard of quality patient outcomes. The Associate Unit Manager (AUM) is required to lead the unit in relation to implementing recovery focused and non punitive and non coercive practices, including the reduction of seclusion and restraint practices.

 To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Division 3 registered Nurse or Division 1* Registered Nurse with post basic qualifications in psychiatric nursing holding registration with AHPRA
• Commitment to appropriate inpatient based treatment for people with a psychiatric illness including recovery frameworks and the reduction of seclusion and restraint practices
• Commitment to ongoing professional training and development
• Working knowledge of the Guardianship and Administration Board
• Working Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (1985)
• Change Management experience
• Currently competent in Basic Life Support
• Evidence of recent professional development
• Ability to comprehend and meet all the criteria set out in the job description
• Demonstrated working knowledge and understanding of the Victorian Mental Health Act's and National Standards
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and ability to work within a multi-disciplinary service delivery framework
• Strong leadership skills and demonstrated ability to lead a team

For further information about this position please contact Bosede Adetifa, Nurse Unit Manager on (03) 5173 8324. 

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Exciting medical leadership opportunity in regional health care

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services includes general and subspecialty medicine, general and subspecialty surgery and orthopaedics and extends to emergency and intensive care, perinatal services, medical and radiation oncology and haematology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units, as well as a recently refurbished maternity and paediatric unit and a new special care nursery.

LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons.

Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne, the snowfields and the Bass coast. Gippsland is renowned for its culinary delights, wine, sport and high quality schools.

The Chief Medical Officer reports to the Executive Officer and works closely with other executive including the Chief Operating Officer, Executive Director of Mental Health and Chief Mental Health Nurse, Executive Director of People and Culture and Executive Director of Regional Services.

The Chief Medical Officer has four reports including a Deputy Chief Medical Officer (responsible for medical staff and pharmacy), General Manager of Medical Services (medical workforce unit, consulting suites, health information and business analysis), General Manager Governance (clinical governance, BreastScreen and volunteers) and General Manager Education Training and Research. LRH is accredited for training with RACMA and has a federally funded Medical Management Registrar position.       

The successful candidate will have:

• MBBS or equivalent
• Registration to practice medicine in Australia
• Fellowship with RACMA, AFRACMA or substantial progress towards this
• Experience in Medical Administration would be essential and in the regional or rural setting desirable.

For further information regarding this position please contact Mr Peter Craighead, Chief Executive on (03) 5173 8810.

Applications close midnight 22 March 2020

The successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool. LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons. Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Mental Health Clinician with highly developed interpersonal skills and a commitment to excellence to work within the Recovery Team in the Adult Mental Health Service based at Warragul.

Applications are sought from Registered Nurses (with post graduate qualifications in Mental Health), Social Workers, Psychologists and Occupational Therapists to undertake this challenging role.

The successful candidate will be required to carry out the full range of tasks required of a Community Clinician, including on call and the provision of a comprehensive assessment of needs for each service user, their families and carers. You will be required to develop and maintain collaborative Recovery Plans.

For Further details, please contact Peter Stevens, Team Manager, Warragul Community Mental Health Service on (03) 5624 3600.

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Previous applicants need not reapply. This position is being readvertised.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool. LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons. Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Mental Health Clinician with highly developed interpersonal skills and a commitment to excellence to work within the Recovery team based at Warragul.

Applications are sought from Registered Nurses (with post graduate qualifications in Mental Health), Social Workers, Psychologists and Occupational Therapists to undertake this challenging role.

The successful candidate will be required to carry out the full range of tasks required of a Community Clinician, including on call and the provision of a comprehensive assessment of needs for each service user, their families and carers. You will be required to develop and maintain collaborative Recovery Plans.

The position is for a fixed period for approximately 6-7 months.

For Further details please contact Peter Stevens, Team Manager, Warragul Community Mental Health Service on (03) 5624 3600.

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool. LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons. Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an energetic administrator to join our tight knit HR team in the position of Human Resources Administration Officer on a part time (40 hours per fortnight) fixed term basis in a job share arrangement, to commence in April.

Reporting to the Human Resource Manager the successful applicant will play an important role in the provision of high level reception and administration support to our HR team.

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Administer the recruitment process including advertising and onboarding
• Maintain accurate information databases for example Police, Working with Children Checks and AHPRA registrations
• Administer the Work Experience process; and
• Provide front desk HR reception, customer service and administration

To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• A Certificate IV or Diploma of Human Resources or equivalent (highly desirable);
• Demonstrated administration experience in a fast paced environment in a medium to large organisation;
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet strict deadlines with good attention to detail;
• The ability to self motivate, work independently, take initiative and ownership of your position;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively communicate with a large array of stakeholders;
• Strong computer literacy including intermediate to advanced Microsoft Word and Excel to create professional and accurate documents; and
• The ability to be flexible and easily build rapport to provide timely customer service to internal and external customers
• We are looking for someone who will hit the ground running. Experience using an online recruitment system and HRIMS is desirable however is not essential. 

Working days will be Monday, Tuesday and every second Friday.

For further information about this position please contact Laurajean Thomas, Senior Human Resources Advisor on (03) 5173 8519.

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool. LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons. Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified Financial Accountant to join the Finance Department team at Latrobe Regional Hospital on a Part Time basis.

Reporting to the Finance Manager the successful applicant will play an important role in providing a high level of accounting technical expertise in delivering a quality finance service.

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Maintain an accurate General Ledger and produce timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders; and
• Maintain asset registers and tracking of capital expenditure. Ensuring their appropriate treatment in compliance with accounting standards and internal policies; and
• Responsible for lodgement of Australian Taxation Office required reporting including Fringe Benefits Taxation Return and Business Activity Statements;and
• Prepare acquittals and other financial statements/reports required by third party funding authorities including the DHHS; and
• Assist the Finance Manager with preparation of financial reports and commentary for presentation to the Board of Directors and other reports that may be requested by the Chief Executive or executive members of the management team.

 To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Tertiary qualifications in accounting. Membership of the CA or CPA (desirable, not mandatory); and
• Competent computer skills, especially in Microsoft Excel; and
• Prior experience in ORACLE or similar Accounting software; and
• Experience in a public hospital or a large health organisation (desirable)  

For further information about this position please contact Jessica Diamente, Finance Manager on (03) 5173 8608. 

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool. LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons. Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified Geriatrician to join the Geriatrics team at Latrobe Regional Hospital on a Fixed Term until 30 June 2020 basis.

Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer the successful applicant will play an important role in providing specialist Geriatrician services, within the credentialed scope of practice, to patients of LRH at the relevant site and location in collaboration with other Physicians

For further information about this position please contact Dr Swarada Kotkar, Deputy Chief Medical Officer on (03) 5173 8812. 

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

The Latrobe Valley has been designated by the Victorian Government as a Health Innovation Zone, the first of its kind in Australia. The Latrobe Health Assembly is one of the key components in the Latrobe Health Innovation Zone, which also includes the Latrobe Health Advocate who works to strengthen the Latrobe Valley community’s voice on health and wellbeing.

The Latrobe Health Assembly is seeking to appoint a driven and innovative Executive Officer who will be responsible for promoting, supporting and overseeing improved health and well-being in the Latrobe City area with a focus on innovation, integration and community engagement.  

As the Latrobe Health Assembly Executive Officer you will:

• Provide the executive secretariat function to the Latrobe Health Assembly and Board. 
• Provide high level support to the Independent Chair of the Latrobe Health Assembly.
• Manage a small multi-disciplinary team and office. 
• Lead health improvement, community engagement and communications activities of the Assembly.
• Undertake strategic planning and project management to implement priority initiatives.
• Provide financial management for the Assembly including the preparation of budgets and financial reporting to the Assembly Board.
• Coordinate the development of an outcomes framework and an associated measurement and reporting plan that identifies the key health outcomes prioritised by the Assembly.
• Analyse qualitative and quantitative data to inform local level partnerships and planning.

Further information about this exciting opportunity can be obtained from Mark Wilkins, LRH Executive Director People and Culture, on 5173 8114.

To apply for this position or to view the Position Description, please visit the careers page on our website www.lrh.com.au. 

The successful applicant will be required to satisfy pre-employment checks including a National Police History Check and a Working with Children Check.

Applications close Midnight 8th March 2020

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool. LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons. Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified Occupational Therapist to join the CRCU team at Latrobe Regional Hospital on a Part Time/Ongoing basis.

Reporting to the Discipline Senior Occupational Therapist the successful applicant will play an important role in providing client centered role within in a multi disciplinary team. 

For further information about this position please contact Lakshmi Shesan on (03) 51431900. 

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital

LRH is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne. Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care. We have a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool.

The LRH Mental Health Service is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. Our Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across ten sites and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people, and older people.

Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

Position

We welcome applications from Consultant Psychiatrists who share Latrobe Regional Hospital’s values, a commitment to clinical leadership, and our commitment to safe and quality mental health care to our region.

We are seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist – Old Age to join our highly professional and enthusiastic Mental Health Community Services team at LRH for five days per fortnight.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate the ability to undertake roles and responsibilities as outlined in the position description, highly effective communication and interpersonal skills, the capacity for professional collegiality, and possess a commitment to LRH values of person-centred care, working together, excellence and integrity. A current National Police Check and Working with Children Check will also be needed, or to satisfactorily meet the requirements for the same.

In this position, LRH offers the capacity to use telehealth consultations, provides an excellent professional development program, supervision and teaching opportunities, as well as an attractive employment package. There is the opportunity for a joint appointment with Monash University. This position is for an initial one year, with a view to a further three-year contract if mutually agreed.

Please provide a detailed covering letter with your application.

Applications close 4.00pm Friday 5 April 2020.

Please visit https://lrh.mercury.com.au to apply.

For enquires, please contact Dr Paul Lee (plee@lrh.com.au) or Kellie Ellen (kellen@lrh.com.au) on (03) 5173 8545.

LRH supports Equal Employment Opportunity by recognising and valuing inclusion and diversity. The hospital encourages people from different cultures and backgrounds to apply for our advertised positions. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants are encouraged to apply. Successful appointment will be based on merit and satisfactorily passing a Police Check and Working with Children’s Check. LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to assist on (03) 5173 8831

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ACEM/ACCRM/FRACGP trainee to join the Emergency Department at Latrobe Regional Hospital on a Full Time Fixed Term basis for 2020.There are multiple positions available.
The trainee will be exposed to a very broad scope of practice with access to education and training opportunities.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne. Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.
LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool.
LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons.

Reporting to the Medical Workforce Unit Manager the successful applicant will be required to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team; apply theoretical knowledge and experience in determining the appropriate clinical diagnosis, investigations and treatment of patients; and supervise registrars/provisional trainees as appropriate, HMOs and interns in the Emergency Department of Latrobe Regional Hospital.

For registrars registered with the college, this role will be suitable for 6 months ACEM accreditation of core ED and there is the opportunity to accredit a 6-month non-core rotation. We would like to encourage ACCRM and FRACGP trainees to apply for this position since this position is accredited by ACCRM.

To be successful in this position you will need to have:
• Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent
• General Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency,
• Relevant Experience in Emergency Department, and
• Registration with ACEM/ACCRM/FRACGP as a Trainee is desirable.

For further information about this position please contact Robyn Carroll, Medical Workforce Unit Manager on medicalworkforceunit@lrh.com.au

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check.
Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants are encouraged to apply. Successful appointment will be based on merit and LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to assist on (03) 5173 8831.
To apply for this vacancy please visit our website – www.lrh.com.au and go to our Careers Section.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool.

LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons.

Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

We are currently seeking experienced and suitably qualified Hospital Medical Officers (HMO) to work in the Emergency Department starting February 2020.

The HMO will be responsible for assessing, managing and documenting the needs of patients presenting to the Emergency Department under the supervision of the Duty Emergency Physician.

For further information about this position please contact Medical Workforce Unit on telephone (03) 5173 8527.

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. We recognise and value inclusion and diversity and encourage all people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

The Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) Mental Health Service is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across ten sites and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people, and older persons. Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified Clinician to join the Child and Youth Mental Health Service [CYMHS] team based at Sale on a Full Time ongoing basis

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Provide CYMHS clinical service to children/young persons and their families /carers referred to the service
• Have the ability to assess, plan implement and evaluate care to CYMHS clients and their families/carers
• Work within an MDT and
• Work collaboratively with internal and external service providers.

To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• A current working with children check
• Current driver’s license and
• Police check. 

For further information about this position please contact Frank O'Dowd, LRH CYMHS Manager on (03) 51280100.

The successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check.

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants are encouraged to apply. Successful appointment will be based on merit and satisfactorily passing a Police Check and Working With Children’s Check. LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to assist on (03) 5173 8831 or kooriliaison@lrh.com.au

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool. LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons. Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified Computer Support Officer  to join the ICT team at Latrobe Regional Hospital on a Fixed Term until 1 March 2023 basis.

Reporting to the ICT team leader the successful applicant will play an important role in delivering ICT support to the Latrobe Regional Hospital.

For further information about this position please contact Ace Wilhelm - ICT Service Delivery Manager - 5173 8596.

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool.

LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons.

Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified Clinical Specialist to join the Child and Youth [CYMHS] team in Traralgon on a Fixed Term/Part Time basis.

Reporting to the Manager LRH CYMHS the successful applicant will play an important role in provision of therapeutic support services within Latrobe Valley Supported play Groups.

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Support Children with behavioural and emotional issues to meet their identified needs.
• Engage supportively with families
• Provision of a range of specialist clinical and educational services.
• Provision of structured and nurturing care and support for families and centre staff.

 To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Relevant clinical skills in early years development.
• Current driver’s license

For further information about this position please contact Frank O'Dowd, LRH CYMHS Manager on telephone (03) 5128 0100.

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital

LRH is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne. Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care. LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool. 

LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. Our Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons. 

Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

The position

We welcome applications from Hospital Medical Officers - Mental Health who share Latrobe Regional Hospital’s values, a commitment to clinical competence, and our commitment to safe and quality mental health care to our region.

The successful applicant will play an important role in assessing, managing and documenting the needs of patients within their allocated area of the Mental Health Program, under the supervision of Senior Registrars and Consultant Psychiatrists.

The successful applicant will be legally qualified as a medical practitioner who is registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia.  

Applicants should be able to demonstrate the ability to undertake roles and responsibilities as outlined in the position description, experience in the delivery of clinical services, a knowledge of mental health system in Victoria, and possess a commitment to LRH values of person-centred care, working together, excellence and integrity. A current National Police Check and Working with Children Check will also be needed, or to satisfactorily meet the requirements for the same. This position is for an initial one year.

Please provide a detailed covering letter with your application.

Applications close 4.00pm Friday 5 April 2020.

Please visit https://lrh.mercury.com.au to apply.

For further information about this position please contact Mental Health Administration on 03 51738545. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool. LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons. Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified Biomedical Technician, class 3 to join the Biomedical Engineering team at Latrobe Regional Hospital on a Part Time basis.

Reporting to the Biomedical Engineering Manager the successful applicant will play an important role by providing technical support and assistance for the commissioning and decommissioning, repair and preventative maintenance of medical equipment in accordance to Australian standards, manufacturer recommendations and department procedures at LRH and across the various regional sites that are serviced by LRH Biomedical Engineering.

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Perform and organise regular preventative maintenance tasks for medical devices, including calibration, performance and safety testing as per Australian standards, manufacturer recommendations and department procedures.
• Liaising with clinical staff to negotiate access to medical equipment requiring maintenance or repair.
• Complete routine testing and inspection of patient treatment areas as required to comply with Australian standards.
• Perform installation and acceptance testing of medical equipment entering a health care facility. 
• Perform or organise corrective maintenance and repairs with consideration to cost and quality of the repair. 
• Remove unsafe equipment from use and liaise with clinical staff and Biomedical Engineering Manager regarding any safety issues.
• Source quotes and costings for repairs and spare parts from external vendors where required to complete a repair or maintenance activity.
• Provide high level technical advice and clinical support on medical equipment and services.
• Undertake other duties as required.

 To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Experience performing testing and repairs on medical equipment and areas as per Australian Standard AS3551:2012 and AS3003:2011/2018
• Have knowledge regarding Quality and Risk Management practices
• The ability to work remotely offsite at regional health centres where required
• The ability to communicate effectively via both verbal and written communications
• Be adaptable, resourceful, and possess the ability to know how to diagnose and troubleshoot technical electronic issues to a high level of complexity.
• Excellent communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
• The ability to work both in a team and unsupervised where required
• Experience with dealing with high pressure environments and being able to prioritise and maximise efficiency

For further information about this position please contact Lisa Delcourt, Biomedical Engineering Manager on (03) 5173 8548 

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital Mental Health Service - Acute Community Intervention Service (ACIS) Wonthaggi team

Glorious restaurants, great coffee, wineries, lakes, beaches, snow, camping, hiking – this can be all yours when you start a fantastic new regional lifestyle in Gippsland with easy access to Melbourne, NSW and the ACT.

We are the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland providing care for adults, children, young people and older people through our inpatient and community teams.

We are a passionate, recovery oriented and trauma informed service and we want like-minded clinicians to join our Acute Community Intervention Service team based in Wonthaggi.

This is a full-time position and this role is based in the Wonthaggi Community Mental Health Service, in Wonthaggi, commencing March 2020. The successful applicant will also have the opportunity to rotate through our Mental Health and Police Response (MHaPR) team based at Wonthaggi Police Station.

What we can offer you

A great environment with clinical educators, preceptors, clinical supervision, discipline senior support, a nurse practitioner mentoring program and lots of professional development opportunities.

We are committed to flexibility with an array of shifts as well as generous annual leave, purchased leave and ADO arrangements.

Please visit www.lrh.com.au and go to our employment sections to view current vacancies and register your interest.

For enquiries please contact Dannii Taylor-Bowman on (03) 5173 8728 or email dtaylorbowman@lrh.com.au.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland and East Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified Community Clinician to join the Bairnsdale Community Mental Health team at Latrobe Regional Hospital on a Full time, or Part Time basis.

Bairnsdale provides a regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne. It is close to Mt Hotham and Dinner Plain, for Winter sports, and there are many beautiful walking tracks and mountain trails available across East Gippsland and the High Plains if bush walking or mountain Bike riding is your thing. Bairnsdale is a Regional town with an urban population of approx. 15,000 people, there are many cafes, wineries, and restaurants located in Bairnsdale, Paynesville, Metung, Lakes Entrance, and surrounding communities. There is a strong focus on music, the arts, and weekend markets (e.g. Bruthen Blues, Paynesville music festival).  The Gippsland Lakes system, 90 Mile Beach and the Rivers (including the Snowy River) systems in East Gippsland provide a range of water sport opportunities that includes fishing, boating, and camping. All of this is in close proximity to Bairnsdale.

Reporting to the Bairnsdale Community Mental Health Recovery Manager the successful applicant will play an important role in delivery of Mental health services to clients in this area. Provide full range of clinical assessment, care planning an treatment, for clients, their families, and carers, and deliver evidenced based therapeutic interventions, and coordinate care.

 To be successful in this position you will need to be:

• Registered Nursed Div 1 or 3. Or have a Degree or Diploma from a recognised school of Occupational Therapy or to be eligible to be a member of the Victorian Association of Occupational therapists. Or have full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (This does not include provisional registration). Or a degree or Diploma in Social work eligible for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• Have a currant Drivers Licence
• Current Working with Children's check
• Have excellent communication/interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexibly in a complex work environment.
• Ability to work autonomously and prioritise workload.

For further information about this position please contact  Sue Mulkearns - Bairnsdale Community Mental Health 51528800.

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool. LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons. Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified EN to join the Warragul Community Mental Health Service team at Latrobe Regional Hospital on a Full Time, Fixed Term period of 3 months initially with a possibility of the position becoming permanent. The role is that of an Intensive Complex Care Coordinator who will provide a service to clients at risk of readmission and/or who may have experienced multiple admissions over a short period.

Reporting to the Team Manager, the successful applicant will play an important role in providing time specific, intensive community based support using an assertive outreach approach for people who would normally require admission to hospital and during periods of acuity. 

For further information about this position please contact Peter Stevens Team Manager on 56243600. 

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital

LRH is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne. Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool.

Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

Position

We welcome applications from Consultant Psychiatrists who share Latrobe Regional Hospital’s values, a commitment to clinical leadership, and our commitment to safe and quality mental health care to our region.

We are seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our highly professional and enthusiastic Mental Health Services team at Latrobe Regional Hospital. 

Applicants should be able to demonstrate the ability to undertake roles and responsibilities as outlined in the position description, highly effective communication and interpersonal skills, the capacity for professional collegiality, and possess a commitment to LRH values of person-centred care, working together, excellence and integrity. A current National Police Check and Working with Children Check will also be needed, or satisfactorily meet the requirements for the same.

LRH provides an excellent professional development program, supervision and teaching opportunities. There is the opportunity for a joint appointment with Monash University. This position is for an initial one year, with a view to a further three-year contract if mutually agreed.

Please provide a detailed covering letter with your application.

Applications close 4.00pm Friday 6 March 2020.

Mental Health Service

The Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) Mental Health Service is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across ten sites and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people, and older persons.

For further enquires, please contact Dr Paul Lee (plee@lrh.com.au) or Julie Murray (jmurray@lrh.com.au) on (03) 5173 8545.

LRH supports Equal Employment Opportunity by recognising and valuing inclusion and diversity. The hospital encourages people from different cultures and backgrounds to apply for our advertised positions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants are encouraged to apply. Successful appointment will be based on merit and satisfactorily passing a Police Check and Working with Children’s Check. LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to assist on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool.

LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons.

Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified Registered Nurse, psychologist, occupational therapist or Social Worker to join the Wonthaggi Adult Community Mental Health team at Latrobe Regional Hospital on a Casual basis.

Reporting to the Team Manager the successful applicant will play an important role in managing and supporting consumers with major Mental Health issues.

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Carry a caseload of consumers with Mental Health issues.
• Work within a Multi-Disciplinary team.
• Provide regular Mental State and risk assessments.
• Maintain legible and coherent file notes relevant to the consumer’s needs.
• Work within the roster system including overtime when required and weekend shifts.
•  An ability to work independently when required, and at least two On Call shifts per month.
   

To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• A Working with Children Check
• A current Victorian driver’s license
• A good understanding of the Victorian Mental Health Act 2014, or an awareness of where and how to look up relevant information pertaining to that Act.
• An ability to work within a multi skilled team.
• Good inter service liaison skills
• The ability to negotiate with support services such as Medical services, Ambulance services and Police
   

For further information about this position please contact Kim Herring, Team Manager on (03) 5671 4500.

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. We recognise and value inclusion and diversity and encourage all people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool.

LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons.

Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified Cardiac Sonographer to join the Regional Services team at Latrobe Regional Hospital on a Full time ongoing basis.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Information and Regional Services the successful applicant will play an important role in providing and interpreting a range of medical imaging examinations for diagnosis and management of medical conditions for patients/clients of the Medical Services team of Latrobe Regional Hospital and optimizing diagnostic quality whilst maintaining radiation safety. Additionally, the incumbent will support the same function as on a contracted basis to Central Gippsland Health (CGH).

This will occur within the principles of care coordination, where patients/clients/residents have access to a highly coordinated health care and community support system

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Provide day to day medical imaging services under limited direction from the EDIRS.
• Assist Health Services in completion of tasks
• Research, development and investigation

 To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Ability to engage key stakeholders including patients, staff and visitors in working as a team to a common set of standards, policies and procedures;
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of staff including senior clinical staff (administrative, medical, nursing and paramedical), senior Management and Executive staff, as well as technical staff;
• Good understanding of, and experience in planning, development, supporting medical imaging service techniques;
• Ability to participate in a team to achieve quality outcomes;
• Understanding of modern IT tools such as Personal Computers, and contemporary Microsoft office products;
• High standard of interpersonal skills;

For further information about this position please contact Jon Millar Executive Director Information and Regional Services on (03) 5173 8814.

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. We recognise and value inclusion and diversity and encourage all people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is the major provider of specialist health services in the Gippsland region, east of Melbourne.  Our comprehensive range of services extends to emergency and intensive care, elective surgery, allied health, obstetrics, medical and radiation oncology at the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, dialysis and aged care.

LRH has a number of outstanding facilities following a recent expansion. These include a cardiac catheterisation laboratory, large Emergency Department, endoscopy suites and modern and contemporary inpatient units. These complement extensive Allied Health amenities including a gym and pool.

LRH is the regional provider of mental health services in Gippsland. LRH Mental Health Service operates an integrated specialist mental health program across the region and provides inpatient and community mental health care for adults, children and young people and older persons.

Gippsland provides a fantastic regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne.

We are a passionate, recovery oriented and trauma informed service and we want like-minded clinicians to join our Latrobe Valley ACIS team based in Traralgon.

This is a full-time position and this role is primarily based in Mental Health Triage in the Emergency Department at Latrobe Regional Hospital. The successful applicant will also have the opportunity to rotate through our ACIS community team and Mental Health and Police Response (MHaPR) team.

We offer a great environment with clinical educators, preceptors, clinical supervision, discipline senior support, a nurse practitioner mentoring program and lots of professional development opportunities.

We are committed to flexibility with an array of shifts as well as generous annual leave, purchased leave and ADO arrangements.

Reporting to the ACIS Team Manager the successful applicant will play an important role within the ACIS Team.

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Conduct assessments in a timely manner as determined by risk, urgency, distress, dysfunction and disability utilising CMI (Client Management Interface) document.
• Provide high quality mental health care across the ACIS components of urgent and short term community care, triage and the emergency department.
• To provide recovery orientated practice using the Optimal Health Program.
• Completion of recovery documents in collaboration with consumers carers, significant others and the multi-disciplinary team
• Use current evidence based interventions

 To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care to mental health consumers
• Sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act 2014 and other relevant legislation.
• Capacity to work effectively within a team structure
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal and external services.
• Working knowledge of NSQHS and National Standards for Mental Health Services.
• Ability to work independently

For further information please contact Dannii Taylor-Bowman on telephone (03) 5173 8728 or email dtaylorbowman@lrh.com.au.

Applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Latrobe Regional Hospital is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. LRH values our community’s diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe service and workplace for everyone who engages with our organisation regardless of race, culture, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age or ability.

LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants on (03) 5173 8831.

Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) is a 289 bed hospital and is the largest regional hospital in Gippsland providing a comprehensive range of health care services including acute, sub-acute, ambulatory care, aged and mental health care services along with community based mental health services. 

We are currently seeking a Chief Radiographer to join the Gippsland BreastScreen team at Latrobe Regional Hospital.

The Chief Radiographer is a key member of a dynamic, customer-focused multi-disciplinary team.  This position provides leadership and support in breast imaging and related issues to radiography providers across the Gippsland region. It also involves the management of, and participation in, radiography services related to best practice Assessment and Screening clinics operating at Gippsland BreastScreen Assessment Centre, Latrobe Regional Hospital. This position is job-shared between two people and is a combined full time role.

If you have a strong interest in women’s health, a commitment to quality, high level communication skills, are a team-player and have the ability to work flexibly to meet the unique needs of the service, this position will offer challenge and satisfaction.

The service offers state-of-the-art equipment within a stimulating and supportive environment.

Gippsland BreastScreen is a nationally accredited service, auspiced by the Latrobe Regional Hospital, specialising in the early detection of breast cancer. It provides a service to over 12,000 women annually across the Gippsland region.

For further information on this vacancy, please contact Julie Foat- Gippsland BreastScreen Manager on telephone (03) 5173 7400.

The successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check.

Latrobe Regional Hospital supports Equal Employment Opportunity by recognising and valuing inclusion and diversity. The hospital encourages all people from different cultures and backgrounds to apply for our advertised positions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants are encouraged to apply. Successful appointment will be based on merit and satisfactorily passing a Police Check and Working With Children’s Check. LRH’s Koori Health Liaison Officer is available to assist on (03) 5173 8831 orkooriliaison@lrh.com.au