Overview
Role – Mental Health Triage Clinician
Location – Victoria
Salary – $112,465 – $121,113 + 11.5% superannuation, penalty rate, salary packaging etc
Medacs Healthcare Australia is seeking talented Triage Clinicians to join a hospital in Victoria. The Enhanced Triage Service is a telephone-based triage service and is one of two entry points into the Mental Health Program- the other being the PACER (Police, Ambulance and Clinical Emergency Response) clinician. As such it is crucial to the referral process across all sites where a Mental Health Assessment is required. It includes all referrals into the Adult, Child and Adolescent (CAMHS) Aged Mental Health Service and all other programs in Mental Health. This position is integral to ensuring that the program runs in an efficient manner.
This position is critical in the initial engagement and development of successful relationships with clients to ensure they have access to appropriate treatment and advice. Triage is the first important step in the recovery process. The Triage Clinician is key to providing high quality, evidence based screening and assessment overnight to assist clients to address their mental health concerns and contribute to the prevention and reduction of mental health symptoms. This program is essential to the Mental Health Program and the services it offers patients, carers, services and the wider community. The triage clinician will be required to work rostered shifts over a 24 hour 7 day week rotating roster.
Selection Criteria
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse or ability to apply to the relevant Allied Health professional association.
- At least 5 years’ experience in mental health service delivery
What’s on offer?
- 482 visa on offer and 186 visa up for discussion (case by case and not typically offered)
- Relocation support
Why work in Australia?
Working in Australia allows you to develop professionally in one of the world’s leading healthcare systems, while also getting to experience a scenic and diverse country. With sunny weather, gorgeous beaches, and endless attractions there is plenty to fill your time outside of work. Many major cities boast of exciting sites and restaurants for all ages to immerse themselves in Australian culture as well as hiking and camping options in more rural areas.
If you are interested to learn more about the opportunities we have available, apply now or contact Zofia Clarke at: zofia.Clarke@globalmedics.com.au