ABOUT US
Gold Coast Primary Health Network (GCPHN) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to building one world class health system for the Gold Coast. We work to improve coordination of care, support high quality primary health services, and ensure our community receives the right care, at the right time, in the right place.
GREAT OPPORTUNITY AWAITS
This is a rewarding role supporting the coordination and delivery of clinical placements for medical and nursing students across the Gold Coast. Working closely with universities, general practices, and internal stakeholders, you will contribute to developing the future primary care workforce.
This is a part-time role working 30 hours per week, Monday to Thursday. It is offered as a fixed-term maternity leave cover contract until 18 March 2027.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role places you at the centre of a valued program that connects universities, students and general practices to support meaningful clinical placement experiences. You will help coordinate the planning, scheduling, reporting and day-to-day administration of medical and nursing student placements across the Gold Coast. Your organisation, communication and stakeholder engagement skills will support smooth program delivery, positive experiences for students and practices, and the growth of the future primary care workforce.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate medical and nursing student placements across partner universities and general practices.
- Support general practices to host and supervise students by providing information, resources and ongoing support.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with universities, clinicians, students and internal stakeholders.
- Maintain program documentation, procedures, databases and placement records to support consistent, compliant and auditable program delivery.
- Track placement activity, milestones and deliverables, ensuring information is accurate, current and available for reporting and planning purposes.
- Prepare reports, briefing materials, correspondence and communications to support program governance, planning and decision-making.
- Support compliance with relevant guidelines, accreditation requirements, privacy obligations and clinical governance expectations.
- Identify administrative efficiencies, risks and service improvements, and support agreed actions to strengthen program delivery.
SELECTION CRITERIA – ESSENTIAL
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Ability to deliver a high level of customer service within a multi-disciplinary team environment supporting project and operational deliverables.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organise, set priorities, and meet deadlines, accompanied by an ability to handle several tasks concurrently with minimum supervision.
- Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills both written and verbal including the ability to interact effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a team environment.
- Sound knowledge and experience of administrative practices, procedures and processes.
- High level knowledge and proficient in the use of information systems, database management and software applications i.e. Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, SharePoint and OneDrive), Adobe and/or similar.
- Current drivers licence and your own reliable vehicle with comprehensive car insurance.
SELECTION CRITERIA – HIGHLY DESIRABLE
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in project administration, health, education or a related discipline.
- Understanding of general practice, primary care or clinical training environments.
- Experience supporting student placement, workforce development or education programs within the health sector.
WE OFFER
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Remuneration package: $62,446 to $69,794 pro rata (30 hours), plus superannuation.
- Salary packaging benefits (up to $15,900 p.a. + $2,650 p.a. for meals/entertainment).
- Monday to Thursday 30 hours pw
- Fixed term to 18 March 2027
- 5 weeks annual leave
- WFH 1 day per week (after qualifying period)
- Paid parental leave (after qualifying period)
- Annual salary increases
- Exceptional workplace culture benchmarked as Soaring
- Convenient Robina location with free onsite parking
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are required to submit:
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Cover letter addressing suitability and selection criteria
- Resume including accomplishments, skills, qualifications and relevant experience.
- Applications close on Thursday 16th of July at 9am
CULTURE-FOCUSED
At GCPHN, we value diversity and aim for a respectful, supportive environment. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, older people and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
All successful candidates will be required to achieve a valid National Police Certificate.
Gold Coast Primary Health Network (GCPHN) is an independent, not-for-profit company, one of 31 Primary Health Networks established by the Australian Government. We identify the health needs of our local community, then fund and improve primary health services to keep people well and out of hospital. GCPHN is building ‘one world class health system for the Gold Coast’ and we know we can’t do it alone.
