*About us:
The Blood Borne Virus and Sexual Health Service (BBV and SH) is based in Rockhampton and provides, assessment, screening, diagnosis and treatment as well as education and health promotion to the communities within Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS). The service has an identified focus on at risk population groups whose behaviours or social disadvantages may put them at a greater risk of contracting a blood borne virus or sexually transmissible infection.
About the role:
To promote, encourage, educate, and support clinicians and other health professionals to conduct contact tracing for persons diagnosed with sexually transmissible infections (STIs) across Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service.
To provide direct support for complex contact tracing scenarios as required.
To promote and support the public health management of STIs/BBVs.
Have high level knowledge and experience of contemporary approaches to STI/BBV contact tracing.
About you:
Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent is a required qualification for this position.
Completion of or working towards a Sexual and Reproductive Health Program course approved by Queensland Health and ability to complete Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service application for recognition as an Advanced Practise Nurse within a Sexual and Reproductive Health Program to supply medications under a Drug Therapy Protocol.
Further relevant post graduate tertiary qualifications.
Delegated authority to perform the role of Contact Tracer as outlined in the Public Health Act 2005 is a requirement or willingness to obtain delegated authority. And specific experience in STI/BBV contact tracing.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $13,684 p.m. is comprised of:
An hourly rate between $ $72.58 p.h.
12.75% employer superannuation contribution
17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits
Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit the following:
Your current CV or resume, including referees.
A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
For assistance:
Contact
Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5I
Applications close: Thursday, 18 September 2025
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