Careers at WQPHN

Current positions

Practice Support Special Projects

This newly created part time role has become available to support initiatives to improve access to and integration of primary healthcare for residents in aged care settings, general practice and other primary health settings. If this sounds like you or someone you know, please read more and circulate to your networks! 

The Role

The Practice Support Special Projects, will coordinate and deliver initiatives in collaboration with residential aged care homes, health providers, primary health settings and government agencies. Identify and address gaps in primary healthcare delivery to enhance care quality and reduce duplication as well as lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of projects aimed at strengthening primary care access and integration in aged care setting.  

The role will be responsible for the following key functions within the WQPHN organisation: 

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver initiatives in collaboration with residential aged care homes, general practices, other health providers, and relevant agencies (e.g., Department of Health and Aged Care, Australian Digital Health Agency) to improve access to primary healthcare for people living in residential aged care.
• Lead the planning, commissioning, implementation, and coordination of activities with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery and monitoring of the General Practice in Aged Care Incentives (GPACI) response, consistent with relevant funding guidance.
• Review and leverage current activities in partnership with internal stakeholders, aligning them with the Health Priority Strategy, commissioned services, regional integration efforts, and primary care innovation initiatives.
• Identify gaps and opportunities to enhance the resident and clinician experience, optimise resource utilisation, and reduce service duplication through integrated activities.
• Foster strong relationships with Residential Aged Care Homes (RACHs) by collaborating with the Aged Care Coordinator, Digital Health Coordinator and Primary Care and Chronic Disease teams to understand resident and staff needs and identify sustainable solutions for consistent primary care access.
• Facilitate collaboratives and stakeholder consultations across acute, primary care, residential, and community aged care sectors to, build sector capacity, strengthen integration of health and care services and promote enrolment in government-backed initiatives (e.g., My Medicare, My Health Record).
• Support aged care projects to improve outcomes for older Australians.
• Implement data collection processes to gather, analyse, and report on project activities, ensuring data-driven decision-making.
• Contribute to the development of effective models of care that address identified gaps and support sustainable improvements.
• Support the Digital Health Coordinator to engage with WQPHN staff and healthcare providers to build capacity for the utilisation of Digital Health Programs and assist, as required. 

The Right Person

The successful candidate will have: 

• Tertiary qualifications and/or experience in primary healthcare or health management equivalent or greater than 2 years.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in project management, including planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Proven ability to manage budgets effectively and deliver outcomes within specified timeframes, including achieving KPIs.
• Highly self-aware, proactive, adaptable, and resilient; committed to ongoing personal and professional development.
• Strong ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment toward shared goals and outcomes.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to identify root causes and develop effective solutions.
• Capable of thriving in dynamic and ambiguous environments while maintaining focus on priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, prioritise tasks, and meet objectives within appropriate timeframes.
• High level of computer literacy, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Australian Drivers Licence, unrestricted for work purposes.

Our Working Environment

Ideally, this critical role will be based within the WQPHN region in Longreach, Mount Isa, Winton or Roma; however, applicants are welcome to apply from across the state. Hybrid work-from-home arrangements also apply. The remuneration package for this role includes attractive tax-exempt salary packaging options. 

How to Apply

Applications should include your current resume accompanied by a cover letter explaining your candidacy for the role to hr@wqphn.com.au 

The full position description for Practice Support Special Projects can be found HERE.

Applications close 5pm Sunday 23rd February 2025

 

---

Our Commitment to Reconciliation

WQPHN is committed to undertaking all work within a culturally inclusive, sensitive and safe framework that supports Reconciliation. The WQPHN Reconciliation Action Plan shows our commitment and dedication to embedding reconciliation initiatives into our everyday work. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged for all WQPHN positions.

---

For Further Information

Contact hr@wqphn.com.au or call 07 4573 1900 should you have any questions.