• Aged Care Assessment Service (ACAS)
• Full Time & Part Time available! (Permanent & Temporary)
• Work at Peter James Centre or Wantirna Health
• $83,361.20 - $95,825.60 p.a. dependent on experience (pro rata for part time) + super + salary packaging
• Opportunity for OTs, Social Workers, Physios and RNs

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

About the role

The ACAS team is a dynamic and supportive team that is passionate about delivering high quality comprehensive assessments enabling access to services under My Aged Care. This ACAS team is the largest in Victoria and offers regular professional development opportunities and well-structured clinical support. Assessors are accountable for achieving and monitoring clinical outcomes in their specific area of expertise, driving best practice and identifying trends in clinical care and practice variances.

We have multiple opportunities available across:

• Peter James Centre
• Wantirna Health

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Demonstrated understanding of aged care systems
• Current registration with AHPRA in your relevant discipline
• Evidence of ongoing commitment to professional development (i.e. post graduate education, accredited courses, etc.)
• Highly developed interpersonal and leadership experience
• A strong commitment to high quality care
• The ability to work as part of a diverse team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 including your booster, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health Values: Patients First | Agility | Humility | Respect | Kindness | Excellence

Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.