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Standard shifts are 8:30am - 5:00pm on weekdays (please note, there are no guaranteed and/or regular hours)Opportunities for travel to regional/remote NSWProfessional support and development providedAssistant in Nursing (AIN) casual pool position available at reproductive & sexual health clinics in Newcastle. State of the art facilities with comprehensive clinical supports and opportunities to build your clinical skills in procedural assisting, monitoring vital signs, reprocessing of medical devices (sterilising) and supporting clients. Opportunities to travel for work to outreach sites in remote and rural NSW.Develop and expand your AIN skills in reproductive and sexual health with opportunities to provide procedural assistance, monitor vital signs, reprocess medical devices (sterilising) and support clients through their healthcare journey. The position is responsible for the provision of high quality clinical care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Medical Officer.Family Planning Australia (FPA) is the leading provider of reproductive and sexual health services in NSW. As an independent not-for-profit organisation, we offer expert clinical care, information, and advice for everybody in every family as well as education and training and evidence-based research to support doctors, nurses, and other professionals.Reproductive and sexual health focused scope of practiceOpportunities for travelModern clinical facilitiesMultidisciplinary teamFully accredited against the National Safety & Quality Healthcare StandardsValuesAll staff must fully support the FPA valuesFPA is a pro-choice organisation Family Planning AustraliaPosition OverviewThe AIN plays an important role in supporting the operation of Family Planning Australia (FPA) clinics. This is a multi-faceted role which is responsible for providing clinical support to the organisation including assisting medical officers and registered nurses with the care of clients.Casual positions immediately availableBase hourly rate: $34.53 - $36.21 (hourly rate dependent on experience)Interested?Click here to access the full Position DescriptionContact Kate Russell on [email protected] for a confidential discussion.FPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply.We encourage applicants to submit your current resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria listed in the position description as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications regularly, interviewing and placing candidates on an ongoing basis, and the advertisement may be closed early if the position is successfully recruited to.Family Planning Australia does not accept unsolicited agency resumes or applications and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited agency resumes or applications.Basic knowledge and understanding of the principles of infection controlDemonstrated ability to support clients and provide assistance during clinical proceduresCurrent CPR certificateSound computer skills, including MS Office applicationsDemonstrated ability to provide reception and administrative support including billing, cash handling and reconciliationProven strong interpersonal, negotiation, written and oral communication skillsDemonstrated high level customer service skills, including conflict resolutionHigh level ability to manage competing demands and adapt effectively to changeAbility to perform tasks under the direction of the clinician with minimal supervision, as well as within a broader teamMust have Australian working rightsCurrent NSW driver''s licenseExperience in a clinical/primary health care setting including use of, or willingness to develop competency in, the use of autoclaves and medical appointment booking systemsExperience working with priority populations including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, people with disability, LGBTQ people and/or culturally and linguistically diverse peopleOther requirementsA Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check are required prior to commencementCreate a job alert for this search #J-18808-Ljbffr