• Part-Time
• $78,179 to $105,995 per annum (Pro rata)

The Team

Part of the Tasmanian Health Service, the Statewide Sexual Health Service works collaboratively to deliver quality sexual health care to the Tasmanian population statewide with clinics in Hobart (Clinic 60), Launceston (Clinic 34) and Devonport outreach (Clinic 23).

The Role

Sexual Health Service Tasmania is a state-wide service with clinics in Hobart, Launceston, and an outreach clinic in Devonport. The service is staffed by doctors, nurses, psychologists and administrative officers. The Sexual Health Service provides people with the opportunity to enhance their sexual health and wellbeing. This position is based at Clinic 34, Launceston and Clinic 23, Devonport outreach. 

Clinical services primarily involve the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of sexually transmissible infections, sexual functioning, conditions impacting upon sexuality and gender diversity, care and management of HIV and treatment and cure of Hepatitis C. Sexual Health Service Tasmania provide a multidisciplinary transgender service including information, support and medical assistance and guidance.

Target populations are individuals and populations at risk of and/or of public heath importance, to STI/HIV transmission. These include:

• Individuals with symptoms suggestive of a sexually transmissible infection
• Men who have sex with men
• HIV-positive individuals
• Injecting drug users
• Aboriginals & Torres Strait Islanders
• Sex workers

Applicants with Phlebotomy, sexual health and/or family planning experience and holding a Tasmanian Nurse Immuniser qualification would be highly regarded but is not essential.

The position duties include

Working in an interdisciplinary setting providing appropriate assessments and screening as clinically indicated in the area of sexual health and other related conditions.

Working towards an advanced level of clinical nursing expertise in the area of Sexual Health and other related conditions.

Provide sexual health education to clients in accordance with best practice.

Participate in nursing quality improvement and clinical research activities in the area of Sexual Health and related conditions that will contribute to evidence-based research in nursing practices.

Maintain professional development through reflective practice, participation in continuous learning activities including networking and engaging with local and national colleagues and by participating in an annual performance development program.

In collaboration with members of the healthcare team plan, implement and evaluate patient/client care.

Practice in accordance with the NMBA1 codes and guidelines for registered nurses/midwives.

Involve patients/clients and their families/significant others in the planning and implementation of care.

You will need

Minimum four years Registered Nursing experience and current knowledge of, and the ability to apply nursing principles, procedures and practices in the delivery of patient/client care within sexual health, including sexually transmissible infections, sexuality and HIV and willingness to work towards a relevant tertiary qualification in Sexual Health Nursing, in a designated practice area and in line with legal requirements and the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMC) National Competency Standards for the Registered Nurse.

Sound interpersonal and communication skills, including written skills and the ability to function effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Proven experience in phlebotomy and experience undertaking quality improvement (safety and quality) and the application of evidence-based practice within the sexual health service, including research activities.

Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties available on the Tasmanian Government Jobs website for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment

Permanent part time, day worker position, working 45.6 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $78,179 to $105,995 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

Access to the Grade 4 salary range $99,455- $105,995 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10 % based on qualification type

Salary Packaging

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

Professional development and accelerated pathways.

A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.

Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Sexual Health, HIV and/or Family Planning experience and willingness to complete a post graduate certificate in Sexual Health and HIV
• Hold a Tasmanian Nurse Immuniser qualification

Note: – Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

It is encouraged to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide available on the Tasmanian Government Jobs website prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the “Apply” button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person/s for detailed information about the vacancy.

Alison Campbell
Clinical Nurse Consultant (Statewide Sexual Health Service)
6777 1371
[email protected]

Dr Kate Scoles
Staff Specialist (Statewide Sexual Health Service)
6777 1371
[email protected]