The Allied Health Division at Western Health are seeking a fixed term part-time senior project officer to assist in the delivery of several identified major projects during 2021.
The position will provide project management and oversight, drawing from methodology and tools such as: project planning, stakeholder consultation and analysis, risk management, Gantt charts, data collection and analysis and project evaluation. The position will report to the manager of the ASPIRE (Allied Health Strategy, Planning, Innovation, Research and Education) unit. The successful applicant must have a tertiary qualification and professional registration in an allied health therapy.

The role will focus on:

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  Allied Health planning for upcoming capital projects at Western Health including but not limited to the New Footscray Hospital and Melton Hospital.
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  Planning and Colaborate with the Chief Allied Health Information Officer, ASPIRE unit and Allied Health Disciplines in regard to the implementation of EMR phase 2
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  Coordination and delivery of delegated Allied Health projects during 2021
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  Communication of Allied Health requirements across major projects during 2021
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  Maximise interdisciplinary communication to facilitate coordinated care

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Our workforce of over 7,000 employees are driven by our values of ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety’ (CARES). We value our people and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop. Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience.

Western Health comprises of three acute public hospitals: Footscray, Sunshine and Williamstown Hospital. We also operate the Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s, Sunbury Day Hospital, Transition Care at Hazeldean and a range of community based services. We care for a diverse community of over 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics.

Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as:

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  Professional development support
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  Career advancement opportunities
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  Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
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  Work-life balance
  

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

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