Common use of SPECIALIST SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Clause in Contracts

SPECIALIST SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE. Demonstrate willingness to undertake relevant training / course to develop skills and acquire knowledge Ability to participate in the Performance Appraisal. Work within scope of practise according to qualifications according to the conduct and policies of SGH QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Certificate III in Health Services - Sterilisation Service Knowledge of surgical instrumentation Desirable: Certificate in Infection Control and Sterilisation KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Essential: Demonstrated ability to function in all areas of a Sterilisation Department: decontamination preparation, sterilising and supply areas. Demonstrated knowledge and evidence of a commitment towards quality improvement activities and accreditation processes Extensive knowledge of sterilisation procedures and practices and speciality training in areas such as setting up, loan instruments, soluscope and other sophisticated medical equipment Excellent interpersonal skills Desirable: Membership to appropriate governing bodies eg. SRACA (Sterilising Research Advisory committee of Australia) & GENCA MANDATORY COMPETENCIES Unless an employee is able to produce authorised evidence of successfully completing an approved mandatory competency, the employee will be required to successfully complete the competencies within the first six months of employment. Each employee is required then to successfully complete mandatory clinical competencies annually. Organisational Values South Gippsland Hospital staff work with each other according to the Values listed below and the behaviours these values require when carrying out business. These values are: Adaptability – Being flexible and accepting of new ideas and change for the better Mutual Respect – We treat others the same way that we would like to be treated Accountability – We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes and mistakes Trust- We act with integrity and can count on each other Excellence – We do our best at all times and look for ways to improve It is expected that staff will also work according to these Values when working directly with other staff, clients and members of the community. Occupational Health and Safety All staff are expected: to comply with safety instructions in their work environment and to familiarise themselves with OH&S procedures. In addition, staff have the following responsibilities: to take reasonable care of their own health and safety as well as that of other people who may be affected by their conduct in the workplace. to seek guidance about new or modified work procedures. to ensure that any hazardous conditions are eliminated or minimised and that near misses and injuries are reported immediately to the supervisor. If the role includes people management duties, these include the requirement to manage the health and safety of people under your control and support the actions contained in SGH OH&S policies.

SPECIALIST SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE. Demonstrate willingness to undertake relevant training / course to develop skills and acquire knowledge Ability to participate • Participate in the Performance Appraisal. Work and Development Review process • Evidence of compliance with the AHA capability and competency framework and ability to work within scope of practise practice according to qualifications according • Demonstrated current and best practice knowledge of discipline and adherence to the conduct safe practice standards and policies of SGH QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE • Certificate III Allied Health Assistance (Grade 2 only) or Certificate IV Allied Health Assistance (Grade 2 or 3 depending on experience) or equivalent • A current Victorian Driver’s Licence • Current Police and Working with Children checks • Evidence of required COVID 19 vaccinations • Experience in Health Services - Sterilisation Service Knowledge of surgical instrumentation Desirable: Certificate in Infection Control organising and Sterilisation guiding groups (desirable) KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Essential: • Certificate III or Certificate IV Allied Health Assistance or equivalent • Demonstrated ability clinical skills and best practice knowledge relevant to function in all areas AHA duties (desirable) • Well-developed decision-making and consumer advocacy abilities. • Clear understanding of the social determinants of health. • Ability to collaborate and liaise with a Sterilisation Department: decontamination preparationvariety of service providers, sterilising and supply areas. Demonstrated knowledge and evidence of a commitment towards quality improvement activities and accreditation processes Extensive knowledge of sterilisation procedures and practices and speciality training in areas such as setting upprofessionals, loan instruments, soluscope care givers and other sophisticated medical equipment Excellent interpersonal skills Desirable: Membership to appropriate governing bodies egstakeholders. SRACA (Sterilising Research Advisory committee of Australia) & GENCA • Well-developed verbal written and IT communication and negotiation skills. MANDATORY COMPETENCIES Unless an employee is able to produce authorised evidence of successfully completing an approved mandatory competency, the employee will be required to successfully complete the competencies within the first six months of employment. Each employee is then required then to successfully complete mandatory clinical competencies annually. Organisational Values ORGANISATIONAL VALUES South Gippsland Hospital (SGH) staff work with each other according to the Values listed below and the behaviours these values require when carrying out business. These values are: Accountability – accepting responsibility for our actions Trust- acting with integrity and being able to count on each other Excellence – doing our best at all times and looking for ways to improve Adaptability – Being being flexible and accepting of new ideas and change for the better Mutual Respect – We treat treating others in the same way that we would like want to be treated Accountability – We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes and mistakes Trust- We act with integrity and can count on each other Excellence – We do our best at all times and look for ways to improve It is expected that staff will also work according to these Values when working directly with other staff, clients and members of the community. Occupational Health and Safety All staff are expected: to comply with safety instructions in their work environment and to familiarise themselves with OH&S procedures. In addition, staff have the following responsibilities: to take reasonable care of their own health and safety as well as that of other people who may be affected by their conduct in the workplace. to seek guidance about new or modified work procedures. to ensure that any hazardous conditions are eliminated or minimised and that near misses and injuries are reported immediately to the supervisor. If the role includes people management duties, these include the requirement to manage the health and safety of people under your control and support the actions contained in SGH OH&S policies.

SPECIALIST SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE.  Demonstrate willingness to undertake relevant training / course to develop skills and acquire knowledge  Ability to participate in the Performance Appraisal.  Work within scope of practise practice according to qualifications and XXXXX registration is applicable. Work according to the conduct and policies of SGH QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Certificate III in Health Services - Sterilisation Service Knowledge of surgical instrumentation Desirable: Certificate in Infection Control and Sterilisation  Experience within a health/medical setting is preferred. KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Essential: Demonstrated ability  Provide good customer service  Able to function in all areas of a Sterilisation Department: decontamination preparation, sterilising and supply areas. Demonstrated knowledge and evidence of a commitment towards quality improvement activities and accreditation processes Extensive knowledge of sterilisation procedures and practices and speciality training in areas such as setting up, loan instruments, soluscope and other sophisticated medical equipment Excellent interpersonal skills Desirable: Membership to appropriate governing bodies eg. SRACA (Sterilising Research Advisory committee of Australia) & GENCA work autonomously MANDATORY COMPETENCIES Unless an employee is able to produce authorised evidence of successfully completing an approved mandatory competency, the employee will be required to successfully complete the competencies within the first six months of employment. Each employee is then required then to successfully complete mandatory clinical competencies annually. Organisational Values South Gippsland Hospital staff work with each other according to the Values listed below and the behaviours these values require when carrying out business. These values are: Adaptability – Being flexible and accepting of new ideas and change for the better Mutual Respect – We treat others the same way that we would like to be treated Accountability – We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes and mistakes Trust- We act with integrity and can count on each other Excellence – We do our best at all times and look for ways to improve It is expected that staff will also work according to these Values when working directly with other staff, clients and members of the community. Occupational Health and Safety South Gippsland Hospital recognises its obligation for full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 and associated Occupation Health and Safety regulations 2017. All staff are expectedrequired:  to comply with safety instructions in their work environment and to familiarise themselves with OH&S procedures. In addition, staff have the following responsibilities:  to take reasonable care of their own health and safety as well as that of other people who may be affected by their conduct in the workplace.  to seek guidance about new or modified work procedures.  to ensure that any hazardous conditions are eliminated or minimised and that near misses and injuries are reported immediately to the their supervisor. If the role includes people management duties, these include the requirement to manage the health and safety of people under your this control and support the actions contained in SGH OH&S policies.

SPECIALIST SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE. Demonstrate willingness to undertake relevant training / course to develop skills and acquire knowledge Ability to participate • Participate in the Performance Appraisal. and Development Review process • Work within scope of practise practice according to qualifications and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). • Work according to the conduct conduct, policies and policies standards of relevant external bodies and SGH QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Certificate III • Preferred Level 1 Basic Food Safety Certificate. • Experience in Health Services - Sterilisation Service Knowledge of surgical instrumentation Desirable: Certificate a commercial kitchen is preferred, not required. • Previous experience working in Infection Control a health care facility kitchen or similar would be highly regarded. • Demonstrate willingness to undertake relevant training / course to develop skills and Sterilisation acquire knowledge KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Essential: Demonstrated ability • Experience in a commercial kitchen is preferred, not required. • Work a variety of shifts, across a 7 day a week roster • Has effective and respectable communication skills • Able to function work well in all areas of a Sterilisation Department: decontamination preparation, sterilising and supply areas. Demonstrated knowledge and evidence of a commitment towards quality improvement activities and accreditation processes Extensive knowledge of sterilisation procedures and practices and speciality training in areas such as setting up, loan instruments, soluscope and other sophisticated medical equipment Excellent interpersonal skills Desirable: Membership to appropriate governing bodies eg. SRACA (Sterilising Research Advisory committee of Australia) & GENCA team environment MANDATORY COMPETENCIES Unless an employee is able to produce authorised evidence of successfully completing an approved mandatory competency, the employee will be required to successfully complete the competencies within the first six months of employment. Each employee is then required then to successfully complete mandatory clinical competencies annually. Organisational Values ORGANISATIONAL VALUES South Gippsland Hospital (SGH) staff work with each other according to the Values listed below and the behaviours these values require when carrying out business. These values are: Accountability – accepting responsibility for our actions Trust- acting with integrity and being able to count on each other Excellence – doing our best at all times and looking for ways to improve Adaptability – Being being flexible and accepting of new ideas and change for the better Mutual Respect – We treat treating others in the same way that we would like want to be treated Accountability – We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes and mistakes Trust- We act with integrity and can count on each other Excellence – We do our best at all times and look for ways to improve It is expected that staff will also work according to these Values when working directly with other staff, clients and members of the community. Occupational Health and Safety All staff are expected: to comply with safety instructions in their work environment and to familiarise themselves with OH&S procedures. In addition, staff have the following responsibilities: to take reasonable care of their own health and safety as well as that of other people who may be affected by their conduct in the workplace. to seek guidance about new or modified work procedures. to ensure that any hazardous conditions are eliminated or minimised and that near misses and injuries are reported immediately to the supervisor. If the role includes people management duties, these include the requirement to manage the health and safety of people under your control and support the actions contained in SGH OH&S policies.

SPECIALIST SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE. Demonstrate willingness to undertake relevant training / course to develop skills and acquire knowledge Ability to participate in the Performance Appraisal. Work within scope of practise practice according to qualifications and XXXXX registration is applicable. Work according to the conduct and policies of SGH QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Certificate III in Health Services - Sterilisation Service Knowledge of surgical instrumentation Desirable: Certificate in Infection Control and Sterilisation Experience within a health/medical setting is preferred. KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Essential: Demonstrated ability Provide good customer service Able to function in all areas of a Sterilisation Department: decontamination preparation, sterilising and supply areas. Demonstrated knowledge and evidence of a commitment towards quality improvement activities and accreditation processes Extensive knowledge of sterilisation procedures and practices and speciality training in areas such as setting up, loan instruments, soluscope and other sophisticated medical equipment Excellent interpersonal skills Desirable: Membership to appropriate governing bodies eg. SRACA (Sterilising Research Advisory committee of Australia) & GENCA work autonomously MANDATORY COMPETENCIES Unless an employee is able to produce authorised evidence of successfully completing an approved mandatory competency, the employee will be required to successfully complete the competencies within the first six months of employment. Each employee is then required then to successfully complete mandatory clinical competencies annually. Organisational Values South Gippsland Hospital staff work with each other according to the Values listed below and the behaviours these values require when carrying out business. These values are: Adaptability – Being flexible and accepting of new ideas and change for the better Mutual Respect – We treat others the same way that we would like to be treated Accountability – We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes and mistakes Trust- We act with integrity and can count on each other Excellence – We do our best at all times and look for ways to improve It is expected that staff will also work according to these Values when working directly with other staff, clients and members of the community. Occupational Health and Safety South Gippsland Hospital recognises its obligation for full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 and associated Occupation Health and Safety regulations 2017. All staff are expectedrequired: to comply with safety instructions in their work environment and to familiarise themselves with OH&S procedures. In addition, staff have the following responsibilities: to take reasonable care of their own health and safety as well as that of other people who may be affected by their conduct in the workplace. to seek guidance about new or modified work procedures. to ensure that any hazardous conditions are eliminated or minimised and that near misses and injuries are reported immediately to the their supervisor. If the role includes people management duties, these include the requirement to manage the health and safety of people under your this control and support the actions contained in SGH OH&S policies.

SPECIALIST SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE. Demonstrate willingness to undertake relevant training / course to develop skills and acquire knowledge Ability to participate • Participate in the Performance Appraisal. and Development Review process • Work within scope of practise practice according to qualifications qualifications. • Work according to the conduct conduct, policies and policies standards of relevant external bodies and SGH QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Certificate III in Health Services - Sterilisation Service Knowledge • Each employee is required to satisfy the Australian Association of surgical instrumentation Desirable: Certificate in Infection Control Social Workers (AASW)requirements for this role. • Bachelor of Social Work or Master of Social Work. • Current Victorian Driver’s Licence • Current police check and Sterilisation WWC KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Essential: • Experience as a Social Worker with demonstrated clinical knowledge, assessment and intervention skills in an acute, rehabilitation and / or community setting • Ability to provide high quality coordinated social work services in community settings in association with other clinicians, the client, family and carers. • Experience facilitating group based interventions (desirable) • Well-developed verbal, written and IT communication and negotiation skills. • Ability to set priorities and work collaboratively or autonomously in an efficient manner to meet requirements of the role • Experience in teaching, directing and supervising AHAs, Grade 1 AHPs and students • Evidence of professional supervision and/or professional development • Demonstrated evidence based practice knowledge of social work ethics, standards, policies and practice • Demonstrated ability to function in all areas of a Sterilisation Department: decontamination preparation, sterilising competently maintain documentation and supply areas. Demonstrated knowledge and evidence of a commitment towards quality improvement activities and accreditation processes Extensive knowledge of sterilisation procedures and practices and speciality training in areas such as setting up, loan instruments, soluscope and other sophisticated medical equipment Excellent interpersonal skills Desirable: Membership to appropriate governing bodies eg. SRACA (Sterilising Research Advisory committee of Australia) & GENCA statistical data MANDATORY COMPETENCIES Unless an employee is able to produce authorised evidence of successfully completing an approved mandatory competency, the employee will be required to successfully complete the competencies within the first six months of employment. Each employee is then required then to successfully complete mandatory clinical competencies annually. Organisational Values ORGANISATIONAL VALUES South Gippsland Hospital (SGH) staff work with each other according to the Values listed below and the behaviours these values require when carrying out business. These values are: Accountability – accepting responsibility for our actions Trust- acting with integrity and being able to count on each other Excellence – doing our best at all times and looking for ways to improve Adaptability – Being being flexible and accepting of new ideas and change for the better Mutual Respect – We treat treating others in the same way that we would like want to be treated Accountability – We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes and mistakes Trust- We act with integrity and can count on each other Excellence – We do our best at all times and look for ways to improve It is expected that staff will also work according to these Values when working directly with other staff, clients and members of the community. Occupational Health and Safety All staff are expected: to comply with safety instructions in their work environment and to familiarise themselves with OH&S procedures. In addition, staff have the following responsibilities: to take reasonable care of their own health and safety as well as that of other people who may be affected by their conduct in the workplace. to seek guidance about new or modified work procedures. to ensure that any hazardous conditions are eliminated or minimised and that near misses and injuries are reported immediately to the supervisor. If the role includes people management duties, these include the requirement to manage the health and safety of people under your control and support the actions contained in SGH OH&S policies.

SPECIALIST SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE. Demonstrate willingness to undertake relevant training / course to develop skills and acquire knowledge Ability to participate • Participate in the Performance Appraisal. and Development Review process • Work within scope of practise practice according to qualifications and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). • Work according to the conduct conduct, policies and policies standards of relevant external bodies and SGH • Experience working with Aged Care, Respite clients and or carers is required • NMBA approved qualification for administration of medicines with an Administration of Medication Scope of 4 (minimum) or 5 routes (desirable) QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Certificate III in Health Services - Sterilisation Service Knowledge of surgical instrumentation Desirable: Certificate in Infection Control • Each employee is required to satisfy the Australia Nurses and Sterilisation Midwifery Board (ANMB) Registration requirements as a Enrolled Nurse – Medication Endorsed for this role. KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Essential: • A minimum of 3 years post registration as an Enrolled Nurse • Demonstrated ability to function in all areas provide evidence based nursing care as part of a Sterilisation Department: decontamination preparationmultidisciplinary team • Demonstrated experience providing aged or respite care. • Demonstrated understanding of aged, sterilising respite and supply areascarer needs • Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication. • Demonstrated knowledge and evidence of a commitment towards to quality improvement activities and accreditation processes Extensive knowledge of sterilisation procedures patient/client safety • Demonstrated commitment to educating self and practices and speciality training in areas such as setting up, loan instruments, soluscope and other sophisticated medical equipment Excellent interpersonal skills Desirable: Membership to appropriate governing bodies eg. SRACA (Sterilising Research Advisory committee of Australia) & GENCA others MANDATORY COMPETENCIES Unless an employee is able to produce authorised evidence of successfully completing an approved mandatory competency, the employee will be required to successfully complete the competencies within the first six months of employment. Each employee is then required then to successfully complete mandatory clinical competencies annually. Organisational Values ORGANISATIONAL VALUES South Gippsland Hospital (SGH) staff work with each other according to the Values listed below and the behaviours these values require when carrying out business. These values are: Accountability – accepting responsibility for our actions Trust- acting with integrity and being able to count on each other Excellence – doing our best at all times and looking for ways to improve Adaptability – Being being flexible and accepting of new ideas and change for the better Mutual Respect – We treat treating others in the same way that we would like want to be treated Accountability – We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes and mistakes Trust- We act with integrity and can count on each other Excellence – We do our best at all times and look for ways to improve It is expected that staff will also work according to these Values when working directly with other staff, clients and members of the community. Occupational Health and Safety All staff are expected: to comply with safety instructions in their work environment and to familiarise themselves with OH&S procedures. In addition, staff have the following responsibilities: to take reasonable care of their own health and safety as well as that of other people who may be affected by their conduct in the workplace. to seek guidance about new or modified work procedures. to ensure that any hazardous conditions are eliminated or minimised and that near misses and injuries are reported immediately to the supervisor. If the role includes people management duties, these include the requirement to manage the health and safety of people under your control and support the actions contained in SGH OH&S policies.

SPECIALIST SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE. Demonstrate willingness to undertake relevant training / course to develop skills and acquire knowledge • Ability to participate in the Performance Appraisal. • Work within scope of practise practice according to qualifications and XXXXX registration is applicable. Work according to the conduct and policies of SGH QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Certificate III in Health Services - Sterilisation Service Knowledge of surgical instrumentation Desirable: Certificate in Infection Control and Sterilisation • Experience within a health/medical setting is preferred. KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Essential: Demonstrated ability • Provide good customer service • Able to function in all areas of a Sterilisation Department: decontamination preparation, sterilising and supply areas. Demonstrated knowledge and evidence of a commitment towards quality improvement activities and accreditation processes Extensive knowledge of sterilisation procedures and practices and speciality training in areas such as setting up, loan instruments, soluscope and other sophisticated medical equipment Excellent interpersonal skills Desirable: Membership to appropriate governing bodies eg. SRACA (Sterilising Research Advisory committee of Australia) & GENCA work autonomously MANDATORY COMPETENCIES Unless an employee is able to produce authorised evidence of successfully completing an approved mandatory competency, the employee will be required to successfully complete the competencies within the first six months of employment. Each employee is then required then to successfully complete mandatory clinical competencies annually. Organisational Values South Gippsland Hospital staff work with each other according to the Values listed below and the behaviours these values require when carrying out business. These values are: Adaptability – Being flexible and accepting of new ideas and change for the better Mutual Respect – We treat others the same way that we would like to be treated Accountability – We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes and mistakes Trust- We act with integrity and can count on each other Excellence – We do our best at all times and look for ways to improve It is expected that staff will also work according to these Values when working directly with other staff, clients and members of the community. Occupational Health and Safety South Gippsland Hospital recognises its obligation for full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 and associated Occupation Health and Safety regulations 2017. All staff are expectedrequired: • to comply with safety instructions in their work environment and to familiarise themselves with OH&S procedures. In addition, staff have the following responsibilities: • to take reasonable care of their own health and safety as well as that of other people who may be affected by their conduct in the workplace. • to seek guidance about new or modified work procedures. • to ensure that any hazardous conditions are eliminated or minimised and that near misses and injuries are reported immediately to the their supervisor. If the role includes people management duties, these include the requirement to manage the health and safety of people under your this control and support the actions contained in SGH OH&S policies.