Remote Dialysis Nurse

About the Role 

We’re looking for passionate, caring people to join our team. You will have a unique opportunity to work as a dialysis nurse in one of our remote locations in the Northern Territory, Western Australia and South Australia.

We have casual and full time roles available and will consider sponsorship for an international candidate.

The role involves:

• Delivering  high standard dialysis clinical care in our facilities

• Coordinating the care of patients with complex health needs

• Providing training/education to dialysis patients and their families to encourage well-being and self-care

Your Benefits

• The chance to work “outside of the hospital environment” where you can work independently for a community-run healthcare provider

• Support (leave and financial assistance) for further relevant study

• A competitive remuneration package of $120K-$140K pa including PBI salary packaging

• Flights and transportation to and from your remote location

• Free accommodation, utilities and internet

• 35 days annual leave

• Variety to work in a unit on your own or as part of a team

• An approachable and communicative management team

• An appreciation for who you are and what you bring to the Purple House

About you

• You have a patient centred focus and eye on our goal of getting people home on country.

• You are known for your compassion and empathy.

• You are a self-starter and can work autonomously.

• You can communicate with all sorts of people.

• You can think on your feet to negotiate and solve problems.

• You are culturally curious and have respect for culture and country.

• You are passionate and ready for a challenge. (But we are all here to share the fun!)

• Your style is flexible, good humoured and resilient.

• You have a minimum two years recent haemodialysis experience.

• You are currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA).

We require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (3 doses).

If you think you have what we’re looking for Apply Now

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Aboriginal Health Practitioner

About the role

We’re after a self-motivated and hardworking Aboriginal Health Practitioner to join our Primary Health Care team in Alice Springs.

As an AHP, you are a key member of our Primary Health Care service, which is a small multi-disciplinary team providing culturally appropriate clinical care specifically for dialysis patients and their families.

You will be central to maintaining cultural integrity and advocate strongly for our patients. You will maintain strong connections with external health services that recognise and respond to the social and cultural impacts on physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.

Some of your day to day responsibilities include:

• Conducting patient assessments, treatment and referrals within scope of practice and in accordance with Primary Health Care Guidelines (CARPA manual)

• Assist in completing annual holistic health screening and chronic disease management plans in collaboration with patient and the GP

• Assist in coordinating internal GP, Allied health and specialist clinics and services for Purple House serviced patients

• Schedule and support patients to attend health care appointments as required.

• Advocate for patients and protect the rights of the individual

• Provide Health promotion and preventative health care advice to all patients

• Collaborate as needed with internal social support, nutrition, aged care/NDIS, care coordination teams.

• Maintain patient records to a high standard, including progress notes, records of communication with or regarding patients, updating medical history and demographic information.

• Plus…lots, lots more!!!

About you

• You have a patient centred focus and eye on our goal of getting people home on country.

• You are known for your compassion and empathy.

• Your style is flexible, good humoured and resilient.

• You are a self-starter and can work autonomously, knowing when to ask for help.

• You can think on your feet to negotiate and solve problems.

• You’re eager to learn and collaborate with your team.

• You are passionate and ready for a challenge. (But we are all here to share the fun!)

• You can communicate with all sorts of people.

• You are culturally curious and have respect for culture and community.

• You have a wealth of knowledge and experience in Indigenous chronic disease health care, bringing new ideas to the team.

• You have a Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care.

• You are currently registered with AHPRA as an ATSI Primary Health Practitioner.

We require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (3 doses).

If you think you have what we’re looking for Apply Now

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Community Medical Practitioner (Casual)

Wonderful opportunity to provide holistic health care, helping achieve outstanding outcomes for dialysis patients from Central Australian communities.

About the Role 

We’re looking for passionate female and male GP’s to join our team to provide holistic and culturally safe health care. You will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team caring for the health and wellbeing of our dialysis patients and families. You will have an opportunity to build strong relationship, spending quality time with patients.

Some of your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide high quality Primary Health Care Services to patients of all age ranges and health care needs, in keeping with best practice standards

• Respond to acute medical/health problems presented by patients including history taking, diagnosis, investigation, treatment and referral as appropriate

• Develop chronic disease management plans with the patients input, in line with national guidelines and pathways

• Provide appropriate health education and promotion to all patients as part of a preventative health care approach.

• Conduct annual holistic health care screening of regular patients to improve health outcomes, enhance care coordination of, and prevent ill health.

• Liaise closely with other members of Primary Health Care team for a collaborative approach in patient care.

• Collaborate closely with specialists and other external stakeholders to provide multidisciplinary approach to health care.

About you

• You have a patient centred focus and eye on our goal of getting people home on country.

• You are known for your compassion, empathy and ability to listen.

• Your style is flexible, good humoured and resilient.

• You are a self-starter and can work autonomously, knowing when to ask for help.

• You can think on your feet to negotiate and solve problems.

• You are considerate and thoughtful in conflict management.

• You’re eager to learn and collaborate with your team.

• You are passionate and ready for a challenge. (But we are all here to share the fun!)

• You can communicate with all sorts of people.

• You are culturally curious and have respect for culture and community.

• You have experience working for an Aboriginal organisation and awareness of the issues pertaining to this region.

Essential

• Medical Practitioner’s Generalist registration with AHPRA

• Fellow of RACG or ACCRM

• Hold Practitioner Indemnity

We require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (3 doses).

If you think you have what we’re looking for Apply Now

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Bush Balm Manager

Position Summary

The Bush Balm Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of the Bush Balm business, ensuring that: high quality bush medicine products are made for patients and customers; good relationships with community are maintained; the enterprise is financially viable; business development opportunities are pursued the right way; and staff are well trained and managed in a nurturing environment. The Bush Balm Manager also plays an important role in representing Purple House externally, providing outstanding customer service and delivering engaging presentations and workshops about Bush Balm and the importance of bush medicine.

About Purple House

Our mission is to improve the lives of people with renal failure, reunite families and reduce the incidence of kidney disease in our communities. We are run by Aboriginal people for Aboriginal people and work to provide culturally appropriate dialysis services in remote communities, helping people to get home to country and family.
All employees are expected to carry out their work in accordance with the values of Purple House which are:
• We will ensure that Walytja (family), Tjukurrpa (dreaming), Ngurra (country) and Kuunyi (compassion) are central to all that we do and say.
• We will be strong, clever, brave and determined to make life better for our people
• We will think deeply, plan wisely and take action to improve service and enhance wellbeing
• We will share our experiences and knowledge with others so that we all can learn
• We will foster understanding and respect between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people

Standard Requirements

• Demonstrate a courteous and respectful manner and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrate cultural awareness and knowledge of cultural safety and Indigenous community control.
• Maintain confidentiality of information about clients, other staff members or community members.
  • Work to achieve standards of best practice and promote continuous quality improvement.
  • Demonstrate safe work practices and promote a safe work
  environment.

Functions

• Minimum 30 hours per week, or full-time
  • Manage the effective running of all aspects of the Bush Balm business
  • Manage and train the Bush Balm team
  • Identify and implement business development opportunities
  • Report on business performance and maintain good practice in resource management
  • Maintain quality control on all products and participate in all aspects of production
  • Manage retail, wholesale and patient distribution, including customer service, billing and mailing
  • Manage procurement of ingredients and packaging, including liaison with suppliers
  • Manage the Bush Balm Shop and provide retail customer service Monday to Friday
  • Present bush medicine workshops and presentations to external groups or media
  • Work at markets (occasional travel or evening/weekend work required)
  • Manage the maintenance and cleaning of the Bush Balm house
  • Contribute to the management and operations of the overall Social Enterprise Hub, including working closely with the Purple Shed Manager and assisting with site maintenance, events, catering
  • Promote a safe work environment in accordance with legislative requirements, adheres to Work Health Safety guidelines, and reports all incidents and near misses
  • Other duties as required

About You
• You are responsible, reliable and demonstrate good judgement.
• You are known for being organised, efficient and showing outstanding attention to detail.
• Your style is flexible, good humoured and resilient.
• You are a self-starter and can work autonomously, knowing when to ask for help.
• You are confident providing leadership and support to your team.
• You can think on your feet to negotiate and solve problems.
• You are considerate and thoughtful in conflict management.
• You are passionate and ready for a challenge. (But we are all here to share the fun!)
• You can communicate with all sorts of people.
• You are culturally curious and have respect for culture and community.
• You like to learn and develop your skills.
• You can meet the physical demands of stock production and events.
• You have experience working for an Aboriginal organisation and/or understanding of the context of working in this region.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience
• Valid Australian drivers’ licence essential
• Relevant work experience and skills, including 2-3 years in a management role
• Experience managing and training staff
• Strong business acumen
• Experience managing processes or services which require attention to detail
• Experience dealing with the general public and excellent customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Outstanding organisational and task management skills
• Good computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word. Experience with point of sale software and/or a website content management system would be an advantage but not essential.
• Experience with work, health and safety practices

Apply here on SEEK.

Position will remain open until filled.

Project Operations Manager

Responsible to:     CEO

WDNWPT Aboriginal Corporation EA 2022, Administrative Level 6

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project operations Manager will play a pivotal role in operationalising critical elements of our 2023-2025 strategic plan, supporting the objectives for organisational growth and impact. A major element of strategic plan includes monitoring the indicators in our “Measuring Social Impact” project, contributing to our efforts in understanding and enhancing how our activities impact local communities. This role will also be focused on creating a new pathway into the health workforce, specifically targeting local individuals in remote communities to align with our need for community-led care in our communities.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• The position is offered for the duration of the funding term.
• New appointments are probationary for the first six months.

ABOUT PURPLE HOUSE

Our mission is to improve the lives of people with renal failure, reunite families and reduce the impact of kidney disease in our communities. We are run by Aboriginal people for Aboriginal people and work to provide culturally appropriate dialysis services in remote communities, helping people to get home to country and family.

All employees are expected to carry out their work in accordance with the values of WDNWPT which are:

• We will ensure that Walytja (family), Tjukurrpa (dreaming), Ngurra (Country), and Kuunyi (compassion) are central to all that we do and say
• We will be strong, clever, brave, and determined to make life better for our people
• We will think deeply, plan wisely, and take action to support patient agency, enhance wellbeing and maintain dignity
• We will share our experiences and knowledge with others so that we all can learn
• We will foster understanding and respect between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples
• We will embed quality and safety in all we do and say
• We will work sustainably and actively respond to the impacts of climate change

STANDARD REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrate a courteous and respectful manner and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate cultural awareness and knowledge of cultural safety and Indigenous community control.
• Maintain confidentiality of information about clients, other staff members or community members.
• Work to achieve standards of best practice and promote continuous quality improvement.
• Demonstrate safe work practices and promote a safe work environment.

FUNCTIONS

• Collaborate closely with the CEO to translate the 2023-25 strategic plan into actionable operational steps.
• Consolidate results from the ‘Measuring Social Impact’ project and develop quantitative and qualitative indicators in support of strategic objectives and operational steps.
• Design and implement a new pathway into the health workforce for individuals from local remote communities.
• Engage in project management activities, ensuring timely execution, resource allocation, and effective communication across teams.
• Leverage expertise in indigenous governance or related fields to ensure culturally safe approaches in our initiatives.
• Provide regular updates to the leadership team on project progress, challenges, and potential solutions.
• Promote a safe work environment in accordance with legislative requirements, adheres to Work Health Safety guidelines, and reports all incidents and near misses.
• Other duties as negotiated with the CEO within trained capabilities and level as required.

KEY COMPETENCIES (SELECTION CRITERIA)

ESSENTIAL

1. Relevant post graduate qualification in the health, education, or social sciences sector.
2. Experience in project management, indigenous governance or equivalent.
3. Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment.
4. High level skills in communication, both written and verbal.
5. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a cross-cultural environment with internal and external stakeholders.
6. Demonstrated ability to work with a respectful and empowering approach with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
7. Willingness to work under the direction of Indigenous leadership.
8. A knowledge and commitment to Quality Improvement.
9. Hold a current driver’s licence.
10. Knowledge of current Work Health Safety Legislation.

DESIRABLE

1. Familiarity with remote indigenous communities and an understanding of the healthcare challenges they face.
2. Experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting, particularly related to social impact measurement.
3. Proficiency in relevant software and tools for project management, data analysis, and presentations.
4. Experience working for an Indigenous organisation.
5. Indigenous language skills.

Apply via people@purplehouse.org.au

This role will be open until filled.