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Position Purpose To provide cleaning, packaging and sterilisation of reusable critical and semi-critical medical equipment within the central sterilising and supply department for both internal and external users. Department / Unit Specific Overview EGHS’ Perioperative department offers a wide range services to meet the needs of the local community and the surrounding region. The perioperative services include two operating theatres, day procedure unit – 6 bays, central sterile supply department, recovery room – 4 bays and a renal dialysis suite – 7 chairs. We offer a range of surgical procedures performed by our resident and visiting surgeons, these include; general surgery, gynaecology, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, urology, dental, Ear nose and throat, caesarean section and certain emergency surgeries. Our Values Integrity We value integrity, honesty and respect in all relationships Excellence We value excellence as the appropriate standard for all services and practices Community We respect the dignity and rights of our community and acknowledge their beliefs, regardless of their cultural, spiritual or socioeconomic background Working Together We value equally all people who make a contribution to EGHS to achieve shared goals Learning Culture We strive to continually lead and develop through education, training, mentoring and by teaching others. Organisational Context East Grampians Health Service is a rural health service located in Ararat and Willaura in Western Victoria and is an integral part of a thriving community that is committed to quality services providing health and wellbeing to people of all backgrounds. Serving a diverse community, East Grampians Health Service delivers an extensive range of acute, residential, home and community based services. We strive to continually improve our services to best meet the needs of our patients, residents and the community. Our Vision To be leaders in rural health care Our Strategic direction EGHS strategic plan 2019-22 mirrors the Victorian Government Health 2040; Advancing Health, Access and Care guidelines and is underpinned by our organisational values and behaviours - ‘improving our communities health and quality of life through strong partnerships and by responding to changing needs’. We incorporate our opportunities through Better Health, Better Access, and Better Care, which are pivotal in achieving our vision of being ‘leaders in rural health care’: BETTER HEALTH A system geared to prevention as much as treatment Everyone understands their own health risks Illness is detected and managed early Healthy neighbourhoods and communities encourage healthy lifestyle BETTER ACCESS Care is always there when people need it More access to care in the home and community People are connected to the full range of care and support they need There is fair access to care BETTER CARE Target zero avoidable harm Healthcare that focuses on outcomes People are active partners in care Care fits together around people’s needs Organisational Responsibilities Be aware of and work in accordance with EGHS policies and procedures, including: Victorian Public Sector - Code of Conduct Confidentiality, Security and Management of Information - XXXX 24.02 Hand Hygiene - XXXX 70.18 Occupational Health and Safety - XXXX 72.09 Person Centred Care - XXXX 60.20 Safety - XXXX 72.13 Performance Development policy - XXXX 35.27 Risk Management - XXXX 74.01 Be respectful of the needs of patients, visitors and other staff and maintain a professional approach in all interactions, creating exceptional experiences. Be aware of the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards and all other standards as it relates your area of work and associated accreditation. Undertake other duties as directed that meet relevant standards and recognised practice. Agree to provide evidence of a valid employment Working with Children Check and provide the necessary details for East Grampians Health Service to undertake a national Police check. All staff are expected to identify and report incidents, potential for error and near misses and supports staff to learn how to improve the knowledge systems and processes to create a safe and supportive environment for staff and patients. Contribute to a positive and supportive learning culture and environment for health professional students and learners at all levels. Participate in all mandatory education and orientation sessions as outlined by EGHS. East Grampians Health Service is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing for its employees a work environment which is free of harassment or discrimination. EGHS reserves the right to modify position descriptions as required. Staff will be consulted when this occurs. Responsibilities and Major Activities Responsible for routine and special purpose cleaning in the perioperative unit to maintain a clean environment to assist in the prevention of cross-infection To dispose of soiled materials appropriately and safely in accordance with EGHS policy Assist in the maintenance of supplies required within the Department, including linen, reusable and single use equipment, instruments and consumables Decontamination and high level disinfection of flexible endoscopes Maintain appropriate records and statistical information associated with the department Assist in the continual development of the unit, identifying opportunities for improving performance Completion of sterilisation duties in a timely and efficient manner and to a high standard Assist with the education and training and orientation of perioperative personal Undertake any other duties as directed by the Manager of Perioperative Services Key Performance Indicators Demonstrates accurate documentation of activities. Works to best practice, ensuring appropriate standards, procedures and protocols are used as guidance. If required commence study to progress to formal qualifications within the first six months of employment. Complete sterilisation duties to set deadlines and to a high standard Demonstrates accurate documentation of activities Key Selection Criteria Essential Criteria: Holds a Certificate III in Health –Sterilising Practice for Technicians or equivalent or willingness to work towards Self-reliant and motivated Able to work independently and as part of a team Excellent communication, negotiation, organisational and time management skills Able to liaise across the full spectrum of health and welfare services and relate positively to a wide range of people Commitment to quality, best practice and environmental safety Excellent literacy skills Must comply to having or completion of: National Police Check (renewed every 3 years) Working with Children Check (renewed every 5 years) Immunisations (as required) Desirable Criteria Basic computer skills Previous Instrument Technician experience in a Central Sterilising Department Acknowledgement Employee Signature: Employee Name: Date: Manager Signature: Manager Name: Date: Developed Date: March 2019 Developed by: Director of Clinical Services
Position Description The employee shall be responsible for drafting his/her position description form and shall forward it to his/her supervisor for approval. When the employee and the supervisor disagree on the job description, they shall meet promptly and attempt to reach an agreement on the employee’s job duties. In the event that an agreement cannot be reached, the supervisor will finalize the job description in accordance with the supervisor’s understanding and expectations of the position. The employee may submit his or her comments for the classification analyst to consider when reviewing the position description.
Position Descriptions Individual position descriptions shall be reduced to writing and delineate the duties currently assigned to an employee’s position. A dated copy of the position description shall be given to the employee upon assuming the position and when the position description is amended. The individual position description shall be subject to at least an annual review with the employee. Nothing contained herein shall compromise the right or the responsibility of the Agency to assign work consistent with the classification specification.
WSIB Top-Up a) Teachers who, as of August 31, 2014, were entitled to Workplace Safety and Insurance Board benefits top-up, such entitlement shall be as follows:
Position Classification 1. The requirements of each position will be documented by a Position Description developed by reference to the Position Description Questionnaire (PDQ), and classified into a salary grade consistent with the Position Description and classifications for corresponding job duties found throughout the USNH System and according to USNH policy and processed by the KSC Office of Human Resources.
Position Limits We may require you to limit the number of open positions which you may have with us at any time and we may in our sole discretion close out any one or more Transactions in order to ensure that such position limits are maintained.
Position Vacancies When a new position is created or a vacancy occurs in any existing position, the Employer shall forthwith prepare and furnish the Federation and post in places as agreed upon by the Employer and the Federation, a bulletin stating among other things: Location and title of position to be filled; a listing of the principal duties of the position; minimum qualifications; assigned hours of service; assigned days of rest; salary range of the position; whether the position is permanent or temporary; if temporary, how long it is probable the position will continue; the starting date of the assignment; last date when applications will be received and accepted; and with whom the applications shall be filed.
Position During the Term, the Employee shall serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the Company and in such other capacities as shall be designated by the Board of Directors of the Company (the “Board”) and agreed to by the Employee from time to time.
Rating Impact on Student Learning Growth ESE will provide model contract language and guidance on rating educator impact on student learning growth based on state and district-determined measures of student learning. Upon receiving this model contract language and guidance, the parties agree to bargain with respect to this matter.
