Clinical Nurse (Ophthalmology) – Perioperative Services

Work type: Permanent Full time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse Level 2

Remuneration: $47.15 – 50.45

Location: Townsville

Categories: Perioperative Services

About the role

The Perioperative Services Department is currently seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse to join the leadership team and work within our Hyde Park campus on a permanent full time basis.

The Perioperative Services department at Mater Private Hospital Townsville (MPHT) provides surgical services across 16 theatres, and caters for adults and paediatrics with a variety of surgical specialties. Over the course of 2021, we will be increasing our operational capacity to include an additional 4 theatres.  MPHT boasts brand new state of the art theatre facilities, a catheterization laboratory, separate onsite day site surgery facilities as well as newly implemented robotic surgery involving the da Vinci Surgical System.

What you’ll be doing

As an experienced ophthalmic nurse, you will have a comprehensive knowledge of Ophthalmology surgery. You will be responsible for ensuring a safe, efficient and effective service is provided to patients and Visiting Medical Officer’s within Perioperative Services. This will be achieved by providing clinical expertise, direct support and education to staff within the department, with a clear focus on the patient experience and quality of services. 

About you

As someone with strong work ethic and self-motivation, you are able to adapt to a changing environment as we work together to deliver first class services. Alongside your caring and engaging manner, you have excellent communication, interpersonal skills and a passion for delivering patient centred care. You will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and maintaining good working relationships with others. Your will bring a capacity to lead and inspire a team of clinical professionals and act as a passionate mentor to junior staff.

You will also have:

• Relevant qualifications and Registration with AHPRA
• A minimum of 5 years’ recent experience as a scrub scout in ophthalmology surgery
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications will be highly regarded although not essential

Why join us?

In return for your skills, compassion, integrity and enthusiastic commitment, you will have the opportunity to work for an Australian leader in the field of Health, Education and Research.  Working together as part of a larger team, you will help support Mater to improve the health of the community, empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

In addition to being part of a workplace that offers compassionate care in the Spirit of the Sisters of Mercy, you will have opportunities to increase your take home pay with our salary packaging options, support towards ongoing professional development, access to fitness passport, and many other benefits not offered in other workplaces.

To be eligible for employment in this role you must be one of the following:

• An Australian Citizen
• A permanent resident of Australia
• A New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport
• A citizen of another country with an appropriate visa that allows you to work in Australia 

For more information, please contact Jill Richards, Perioperative Services Manager, on 07 4722 8900

Closing date for applications is Thursday, 29 April 2021.

Please note we will be reviewing and contacting applicants prior to closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

Registered Nurse – Perioperative Services (Scrub/Scout)

Work type: Permanent Full time, Part Time or Casual opportunities available

Position Classification: Registered Nurse Level 1

Remuneration: $35.77 - $45.57

Location: Townsville

Categories: Perioperative Services

Mater Private Hospital Townsville (MPHT) is expanding, opening four new operating theatres in 2021. There are multiple permanent part time, full time and casual positions available with hours dependent on candidate availability.

About the role

The Perioperative Services department at Mater Private Hospital Townsville (MPHT) provides surgical services across 16 theatres, and caters for adults and paediatrics with a variety of surgical specialties. Over the course of 2021, we will be increasing our operational capacity to include an additional 4 theatres.  MPHT boasts brand new state of the art theatre facilities, a catheterization laboratory, separate onsite day site surgery facilities as well as newly implemented robotic surgery involving the da Vinci Surgical System.

Seeking to grow our dedicated and knowledgeable team, we are looking for you to bring demonstrated skills and experience within the above clinical skillset to work across the full scope of our services.

About you

As someone with strong work ethic and self-motivation, you are able to adapt to a changing environment as we work together to deliver first class services. Alongside your caring and engaging manner, you have a positive attitude and strong communication skills allowing you to engage with our patients and their families.

You will also have:

• Relevant qualifications and Registration with AHPRA
• 2 years experience or more as a Registered Nurse in a hospital perioperative setting with relevant specialty experience
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications will be highly regarded although not essential

Why join us?

In return for your skills, compassion, integrity and enthusiastic commitment, you will have the opportunity to work for an Australian leader in the field of Health, Education and Research.  Working together as part of a larger team, you will help support Mater to improve the health of the community, empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

In addition to being part of a workplace that offers compassionate care in the Spirit of the Sisters of Mercy, you will have opportunities to increase your take home pay with our salary packaging options, support towards ongoing professional development, access to fitness passport, and many other benefits not offered in other workplaces.

To be eligible for employment in this role you must be one of the following:

• An Australian Citizen
• A permanent resident of Australia
• A New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport
• A citizen of another country with an appropriate visa that allows you to work in Australia 

Preference will be given to applicants who are Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or have the independent right to work in Australia, however should vacancies remain available there are a limited number of TSS sponsorship opportunities available. You can only be offered employment in this role for the duration that your current visa allows you to work in Australia. 

For more information, please contact Angelina Howell, on 07) 4727 4672.

Closing date for applications is 26 April 2021

Please note we will be reviewing and contacting applicants prior to closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

Registered Nurse – Cardiac Cath Lab

Work type: Permanent Full time, Part Time or Casual opportunities available

Position Classification: Registered Nurse Level 1

Remuneration: $35.77 - $45.57

Location: Townsville

Categories: Perioperative Services

About the role

The Perioperative Services department at Mater Private Hospital Townsville (MPHT) provides surgical services across 16 theatres, and caters for adults and paediatrics with a variety of surgical specialties. Over the course of 2021, we will be increasing our operational capacity to include an additional 4 theatres.  MPHT boasts brand new state of the art theatre facilities, a catheterization laboratory, separate onsite day site surgery facilities as well as newly implemented robotic surgery involving the da Vinci Surgical System.

Seeking to grow our dedicated and knowledgeable team, we are looking for you to bring demonstrated skills and experience within the above clinical skillset to work across the full scope of our services.

About you

As someone with strong work ethic and self-motivation, you are able to adapt to a changing environment as we work together to deliver first class services. Alongside your caring and engaging manner, you have a positive attitude and strong communication skills allowing you to engage with our patients and their families.

You will also have:

• Relevant qualifications and Registration with AHPRA
• 2 years experience or more as a Registered Nurse in a hospital perioperative setting with relevant cath lab experience
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications will be highly regarded although not essential

Why join us?

In return for your skills, compassion, integrity and enthusiastic commitment, you will have the opportunity to work for an Australian leader in the field of Health, Education and Research.  Working together as part of a larger team, you will help support Mater to improve the health of the community, empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

In addition to being part of a workplace that offers compassionate care in the Spirit of the Sisters of Mercy, you will have opportunities to increase your take home pay with our salary packaging options, support towards ongoing professional development, access to fitness passport, and many other benefits not offered in other workplaces.

To be eligible for employment in this role you must be one of the following:

• An Australian Citizen
• A permanent resident of Australia
• A New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport
• A citizen of another country with an appropriate visa that allows you to work in Australia 

Preference will be given to applicants who are Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or have the independent right to work in Australia, however should vacancies remain available there are a limited number of TSS sponsorship opportunities available. You can only be offered employment in this role for the duration that your current visa allows you to work in Australia. 

For more information, please contact Andrea Aubrey, on 07) 4727 4186.

Closing date for applications is 26 April 2021

Please note we will be reviewing and contacting applicants prior to closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible

Enrolled Nurse – Perioperative Services (Scrub/Scout)

Work type: Permanent Full time, Part Time or Casual opportunities available

Position Classification: Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Remuneration: $30.94 - $33.52

Location: Townsville

Categories: Perioperative Services

Mater Private Hospital Townsville (MPHT) is expanding, opening four new operating theatres in 2021. There are multiple permanent part time, full time and casual positions available with hours dependent on candidate availability.

About the role

The Perioperative Services department at Mater Private Hospital Townsville (MPHT) provides surgical services across 16 theatres, and caters for adults and paediatrics with a variety of surgical specialties. Over the course of 2021, we will be increasing our operational capacity to include an additional 4 theatres.  MPHT boasts brand new state of the art theatre facilities, a catheterization laboratory, separate onsite day site surgery facilities as well as newly implemented robotic surgery involving the da Vinci Surgical System.

Seeking to grow our dedicated and knowledgeable team, we are looking for you to bring demonstrated skills and experience within the above clinical skillset to work across the full scope of our services.

About you

As someone with strong work ethic and self-motivation, you are able to adapt to a changing environment as we work together to deliver first class services. Alongside your caring and engaging manner, you have a positive attitude and strong communication skills allowing you to engage with our patients and their families.

You will also have:

• Relevant qualifications and Registration with AHPRA
• 2 years experience or more as an Enrolled Nurse in a hospital perioperative setting with relevant specialty experience

Why join us?

In return for your skills, compassion, integrity and enthusiastic commitment, you will have the opportunity to work for an Australian leader in the field of Health, Education and Research.  Working together as part of a larger team, you will help support Mater to improve the health of the community, empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

In addition to being part of a workplace that offers compassionate care in the Spirit of the Sisters of Mercy, you will have opportunities to increase your take home pay with our salary packaging options, support towards ongoing professional development, access to fitness passport, and many other benefits not offered in other workplaces.

To be eligible for employment in this role you must be one of the following:

• An Australian Citizen
• A permanent resident of Australia
• A New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport
• A citizen of another country with an appropriate visa that allows you to work in Australia 

Preference will be given to applicants who are Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or have the independent right to work in Australia, however should vacancies remain available there are a limited number of TSS sponsorship opportunities available. You can only be offered employment in this role for the duration that your current visa allows you to work in Australia. 

For more information, please contact Angelina Howell, on 07) 4727 4672.

Closing date for applications is 26 April 2021

Please note we will be reviewing and contacting applicants prior to closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

Regional Health Information Manager CQ & NQ

Work type:  Permanent

Remuneration: Commensurate with experience

Location: Townsville

About the role

Mater is currently seeking an experienced qualified Health Information Manager to lead their clinical coding and medical records teams in North and Central Queensland.

What you’ll be doing

As the Regional Health Information Manager CQ & NQ you have overall operational responsibility for the health information and record management services including clinical coding functions and a support role for medicolegal / release of information functions.

What will you bring to the role at Mater?

To be considered for this role you will hold relevant tertiary qualifications in Health Information Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. You will have extensive experience in Clinical Coding using current edition of ICD 10 AM and ACHI, coding audits, training of staff and the facilitation of coding education programs in addition to the and leadership and development of a team.

For more detail check out the Employment Information Park and Position Description.

Why join us?

In return for your skills, compassion, integrity and enthusiastic commitment, you will have the opportunity to work for an Australian leader in the field of Health, Education and Research.  Working together as part of a larger team, you will help support Mater to improve the health of the community, empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

In addition to being part of a workplace that offers compassionate care in the Spirit of the Sisters of Mercy, you will have opportunities to increase your take home pay with our salary packaging options, support towards ongoing professional development, access to fitness passport, and many other benefits not offered in other workplaces.

To be eligible for employment in this role you must be one of the following:

• An Australian Citizen
• A permanent resident of Australia
• A New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport
• A citizen of another country with an appropriate visa that allows you to work in Australia 

For more information, please contact Nicholas Doherty, People & Culture, on nicholas.doherty@mater.org.au.

Closing date for applications is Wednesday, 14th April 2021.

Please note we will be reviewing and contacting applicants prior to closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

Position Title: Food Service Assistant

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Level 1

Location: Pimlico

Division: Food Servcies

Application Close: 19 April 2021

About the role

The Food Services Department is currently seeking experienced enthuasitic Food Services Assistants to join their team on a casual basis.

For more than 70 years, Mater Private Hosptiatl Townsville (MPHT) has been providing excellence in health care for the Townsville and North Queensland community.  We are currently embarking on a $52M 10-year redevelopment plan which will see us continue to deliver contemporary, holistic health care services as we expand to meet the growing needs of our community.

What you'll be doing

The Food Service Assistant is resposible for the the duties assigned in the preperation, dispensing and collection, washing and sanitising of meals and meal items used to provide a meal service to the patient.

Please refer to the Position Description for the essential requirements.

Why join us?
In return for your skills, compassion, integrity and enthusiastic commitment, you will have the opportunity to work for an Australian leader in the field of Health, Education and Research.  Working together as part of a larger team, you will help support Mater to improve the health of the community, empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

In addition to being part of a workplace that offers compassionate care in the Spirit of the Sisters of Mercy, you will have opportunities to increase your take home pay with our salary packaging options, support towards ongoing professional development, access to fitness passport, and many other benefits not offered in other workplaces.

To be eligible for employment in this role you must be one of the following:

• An Australian Citizen
• A permanent resident of Australia
• A New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport
• A citizen of another country with an appropriate visa that allows you to work in Australia  

For more information, please contact Craig Smith, Food Services Manager, on 4727 4535

To view the position description or submit your applications, please click the ‘Apply’ button below.

Closing date for applications: 14 April 2021

Please note we will be reviewing and contracing applicant prior to the closing date, so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

Position Title: Registered Midwife

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Registered Nurse Level 1

Location: Mater Mothers Private Townsville, Hyde Park Campus

Application Close: open ended

Who we are:

Mater Mothers Private Townsville is proud to be part of Mater Mothers Queensland Group, Australia’s largest maternity service, that delivers more than 10 000 babies every year across five leading private maternity hospitals. We value the contribution of our staff and pride ourselves on encouraging professional growth and job opportunities across the state.

Tell me more:

Mater Mothers Private Townsville is a 26 bed Unit, six Birth Suites and a level 4 eight cot Special Care Nursery.

This is your opportunity to join the dedicated team of health professionals at Mater Mothers Private Townsville. Be part of our dynamic, supportive and values driven Maternity Services Team that embraces technology, excellence in health care, teaching, research, empowering our people to be the best in serving our community.

As a Registered Midwife you will work across all clinical areas of midwifery; Ante/Postnatal clinics, Birth Suites, Special Care Nursery and the Ante/postnatal Unit. You will have a passion and commitment for the delivery of family focused, excellence in care for our women and their families.

This position reports to the Clinical Midwife and Nurse Unit Manager.

To be successful in this role you will have:

Qualifications and AHPRA registration as a Midwife with a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.  

Work collaboratively with the Obstetric Teams to deliver excellence in woman centred care across the pregnancy and post-partum continuum.

In addition, the successful applicant will also have:

• Current birth suite experience
• A minimum of one-year experience as a registered midwife
• A strong patient centred care focus
• Ability to build effective professional relationships
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and clinical problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated commitment to the continued quality improvement and best practice principles
• A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to role model and promote the Mater values
• A desire to share your experiences and participate in the future development of the unit.

Please refer to the Position Description for the essential requirements and full selection criteria. Your application must include a cover letter and current resume that addresses all selection criteria.

If this sounds the right fit for you, Mater Mothers Private Townsville can offer you;

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work practices to best match your work/life balance
• Free onsite car parking
• Increase your take home pay with salary packaging options
• Career growth and support towards ongoing professional development
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Private Health Care options

About Townsville: (if wanting to capture outside of Townsville)

Townsville is home to some of the best weather year-round that Australia has to offer, surrounded by world heritage listed national parks and lush tropical gardens.  Townsville is home to some spectacular natural landscapes and attractions. Its sunny days, warm waters, cool ocean breezes and generally comfortable climate are part of what makes it such a popular place to live. Townsville offers you a diverse range of historical, military, outback, island active and tranquil experiences. Enjoy alfresco dining, urban street art, coffee along the beachfront, vibrant night life, boutique shopping and explore the art, culture and entertainment which brings the bustling city to life.

To be eligible for employment in this role you must be one of the following:

• An Australian Citizen
• A permanent resident of Australia
• A New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport
• A citizen of another country with an appropriate visa that allows you to work in Australia  

Take your career to the next level by experiencing working in our not-for-profit, values-driven hospital, with a deep connection to our local and regional community. Join our growing team as we build the future of Mater.

To view the position description or submit your applications, please click the ‘Apply’ button below.

Applications Close: open ended

Shortlisting will commence on receipt of applications