Healthcare Australia (HCA) is a major provider of healthcare services across Australia, including allied health, primary care, recruitment, NDIS, care services, and training.
In December 2024, we began providing health, mental health, and wellbeing services across the onshore Immigration Detention network. Our team of nurses, general practitioners, and allied health professionals offer a range of healthcare services, including health assessments, chronic disease management, health promotion, wound management, immunizations, and other primary health interventions. HCA also launched a 24/7 Virtual Care Centre (VCC), offering remote healthcare through telehealth and video consultations to enhance onsite care for detainees.
Job Description
Are you a dedicated and experienced nurse with a passion for leadership and making a difference? Join our team at the Villawood Immigration Detention Centre as a Clinical Team Leader and contribute to the health and well-being of those in our care.
As a Clinical Team Leader you will lead and manage the delivery of Primary Health Services to ensure detainees receive high quality services according to need and practices in a way that acknowledges the dignity, culture, values, beliefs and rights of people in detention.
Join us in bringing a new approach to medical and wellbeing care for detainees by:
* Lead with Purpose -Use your clinical expertise to guide the delivery of safe, high-quality care in a complex and secure environment, with a strong focus on assessing and managing risk to detainees, staff, and the organisation.
* Ensure Quality & Compliance - Oversee timely health assessments, care plans, referrals, and medication access, ensuring seamless care and accurate documentation.
* Be a Mentor & Educator - Provide support and share your specialist knowledge through training, supervision, and ongoing professional development for clinical team members.
* Drive Continuous Improvement - Lead service innovation by designing and implementing quality improvement initiatives that make a real impact.
* Support Better Outcomes - Participate in data collection and evaluation processes that contribute to service improvement.
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* Have at least five (5) years of clinical experience with non-Telehealth-only patient treatment as a Registered Nurse in an operational setting that provides care for patients with health needs.
* Demonstrated strong understanding of primary health service delivery in complex settings, with the ability to apply relevant legislation, policies, and standards to ensure compliance.
Desirable
* Experience working within a detention or correctional setting.
You’ll bring your passion for Primary Health care and be rewarded with:
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunities for professional growth and development
* A supportive work environment with a dedicated team
* The chance to make a meaningful impact in a unique and challenging setting.
To make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in your care apply for a role with us today. If you have any questions, please contact Renata Lage (renata.lage@primaryhsa.com.au)
Veterans are encouraged to apply. At HCA we are committed to embracing diversity and committed to providing a safe working environment.
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