Director – BreastScreen WA

MP Year 1-9 $644.98 – $820.23 per session (inclusive of base salary and applicable allowances) plus 11% superannuation
Work Type: Sessional
Unit/Directorate: Women and Newborn Health Service – BreastScreen WA
Location: Eastpoint Plaza, Perth
Closing Date: 2024-06-28 4:00 PM
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–This is for a Fixed Term Sessional appointment for 15 sessions per fortnight for up to 5 years with the possibility of extension(s).Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? Women and Newborn Health Service (WNHS) inspires to be a trusted and valued leader in health services for women, newborns, families and the community, so that we deliver world-class, innovative and comprehensive health care to Western Australia.North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Dr Julia Feutrill via email .About this roleThis position manages day to day clinical operations, clinical governance of the BreastScreen WA (BSWA) service, and management of human, financial, information and material resources consistent with the organisations policy and guidelines, vision and mission. Works with the Operations Manager to support corporate governance of BSWA; partners with service leaders in the development and delivery of strategies which support continuous improvement in practices and processes in the delivery of BSWA services; leads with the Operations Manager the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans to ensure the provision of personalised, safe, effective and timely care for all patients.This role reports to the Medical Co-Director.What we are looking forA highly capable and values-driven medical professional to join our dynamic BreastScreen WA team at Women and Newborn Health Service (WNHS). You will be a driven and innovative individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships achieve high quality patient care. You will have the opportunity to embody the NMHS Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork.While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.Area ProfileThe BreastScreen WA program provides free screening mammograms to asymptomatic women and specifically targets women aged 50 to 74 years, as the scientific evidence of benefit from screening mammography is greatest for women in this age group. However, all women 40 years or over are eligible to attend.Since March 1989 more than 2 million screening mammograms have been performed at a BreastScreen WA service.BreastScreen WA has thirteen permanent screening clinics located at Albany, Bunbury, Cannington, Cockburn, David Jones Rose Clinic (Perth city store), Joondalup, Mandurah, Midland, Mirrabooka, Padbury, East Perth (Mardalup), Rockingham and Wanneroo.Four mobile BreastScreen WA services visit about 100 outer metropolitan and rural towns every two years. Some towns are visited annually.The Program is part of the national BreastScreen Australia program and is governed by the National Accreditation Standards. In Western Australia, the state wide program is under the jurisdiction of the North Metropolitan Health Service of the Health Department of Western Australia.What we offerThe advertised sessional rate equates to MP Year 1-9 $336,466 – $427,886 p.a. pro rata. The position also offers an attractive Head of Department allowance, equating to two additonal sessions paid, per week, at Arrangement B Salary rate. In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:

• 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information
• Generous salary packaging
• Diverse and inclusive culture
• A smoke free environment
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid study leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Continuous learning
• Professional and location-based allowances

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.Want to know more about this role?We encourage you to contact Dr Julia Feutrill via email .We think you’ll like it hereOur employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say.Ready to join our team?Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.Your application should include:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages (as outlined in the attached JDF).
• A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role.
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for a sessional appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.The Women and Newborn Health Service will only accept applications that are lodged with the express permission of the applicant and containing all necessary information, including personal contact details. We will not accept unsolicited applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies and/or search firms and we will not pay fees to any such organisation unless arranged with the provider prior to advertising a vacancy.Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.