Diabetes Educator
Job No:
117596
Location:
Katherine
- HIGHLY attractive salary on offer - $103,067-$110,729 plus super, and an extensive range of salary sacrificing options and benefits
- Join a dedicated team and make a difference by providing improved health outcomes in remote communities
- Opportunities for outdoor adventure abound - located in one of Australia's most iconic outback settings!
About the Organisation
Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (SHS) is a community controlled Health Organisation.
The SHS approach involves community people taking part in controlling their own health. Everything from financial management and governance, staff selection and service delivery priorities are directed by the organisation's Aboriginal Board and Community Health Committees.
SHS works in partnership with Northern Territory PHN (NT PHN), who provide support services to health professionals and organisation across the Northern Territory. NT PHN offers support and assistance to eligible nurses and allied health professionals who are relocating to the NT for the purposes of employment.
Acute health care does not make people well - it is only when health issues and the social determinants of health are addressed, that families and communities become well – a challenge that Sunrise Health is committed to addressing with each of its communities and with the expectation that each of its employees will adopt and uphold this culture.
About the Opportunity
Sunrise Health Service is currently seeking a qualified Diabetes Educator to join their team in Katherine, NT on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the Dietitian/Nutritionist Cluster Leader, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team that includes dieticians, exercise physiologists and health promotion officers. All team members travel regularly to the nine remote clinic sites, which are all located in remote communities in the eastern Katherine region of the NT. Although this role will be clinically based, it will have a strong focus on interactive community engagement and proactive health promotion.
Your day-to-day duties will include (but not be limited to):
- Collaborating with, and coordinating health-centre and specialist staff to ensure the delivery of appropriate care to patients for diabetes and associated conditions.
- Provide clinical leadership to other health professionals including Remote Area Nurses (RANs), Aboriginal Health Practitioners, medical and allied health professional staff in the area of diabetes management.
- Promote a multidisciplinary team approach to decision making and care provided.
About You
PLEASE NOTE: You must hold a post-graduate qualification in Diabetes Education to be eligible for this role.
Additional requisite qualifications include a Bachelor of Nursing, AHPRA registration (or current eligibility for registration), and a manual driver's license. Confirmation of employment will also be dependent on the outcome of a Criminal History Check and successful application for an Ochre Card.
The ideal applicant for this role will have a confident communication style and will be comfortable providing direction to other health professionals on best practice diabetes treatment and management plans. You must also have experience working in remote aboriginal communities, and be passionate about improving health education. A dynamic approach to problem-solving will be essential, as well as the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Off-road driving experience will also be highly regarded but is not essential.
About the Benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills and experience in diabetes management to provide much-needed education and clinical support in a remote Aboriginal community setting.
In order to attract and keep the right candidate, a highly competitive remuneration package is on offer, circa $103,067-$110,729 plus super, negotiable with skills and experience. You will also have access to great additional benefits including:
- Salary sacrificing options of up to $15,900 per annum
- Relocation assistance (negotiable)
- 6 weeks of annual leave
- A further 2 weeks of annual study leave
- Laptop and Phone
Working at SHS and living in the Katherine region has lifestyle benefits that are unique to the Northern Territory. With the Katherine Gorge on your doorstep and an incredible outdoor lifestyle on offer, combined with some of the best fishing in the world, the Northern Territory is the place to be to make the most of life’s adventures.
Don’t miss this opportunity to join a dedicated team in producing improved health outcomes for the community – Apply Now!
To apply for this position, you must address the selection criteria on the position description and attach with your application. All selection criteria must be addressed.