Clinical Assessor

• Multiple opportunities available | Full time and Part time
• Servicing Northern and Western Melbourne
• Generous salary packaging, 5 weeks annual leave, monthly ADO

About the role

Become part of our Aged Care Assessment team, based at The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH), Royal Park campus. As part of the single assessment system workforce across Melbourne's Northern and Western Metropolitan regions, you'll support older Australians to access Commonwealth-funded aged care programs and services that meet their individual needs.

As a Clinical Aged Care Assessor, you'll undertake strengths-based assessments with older Australians across hospital, community, home and telehealth settings. You'll identify their goals and support needs, develop care plans, complete reviews and make referrals to help them access the right care and services.

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct assessments of older individuals to determine their care needs, preferences, and eligibility for aged care services.
• Work with clients, families, and care providers to develop personalized care plans that support the individual's physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Collaborate with other health professionals, government agencies, and service providers to coordinate services and ensure holistic care.
• Advocate for the rights of older adults and ensure their voices are heard throughout the assessment and care process.
• Monitor and review care plans to ensure they remain relevant and effective in meeting the changing needs of clients.

About You

You are an experienced Allied Health, Nursing or related professional who offers:

• Minimum 12 months' experience working with older people in aged care or a relevant clinical setting.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication and person-centred care skills.
• Knowledge of aged care services, policies and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong digital skills and experience working to KPIs and quality outcomes.
• Current Australian driver's licence and ability to travel for assessments.
• Commitment to The Melbourne Way - putting people first, leading with kindness and achieving excellence together.

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Meaningful Work
  Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.
• Career Growth
  Access learning, development, and diverse career opportunities.
• Supportive Culture & Belonging
  Join in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.
• Innovation
  Help shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.
• World-Class Excellence
  Work alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct—one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.
• Enjoy great employee benefits
  Salary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff (role/EBA dependent).
• Work in the Parkville Precinct
  Work in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards .

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

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The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) began in 1848 as Victoria’s first public hospital.

Today our care extends from the City through Royal Park, with mental health and aged care services across the inner west.

We operate a statewide trauma service and lead centres of excellence across neurosciences, nephrology, oncology, cardiology and virtual health.

Our collaborations set new benchmarks in health excellence, including the world-renowned Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity, our joint venture with the University of Melbourne.

And while the work we’re doing takes us in inspiring new directions, we lead with kindness that defines a better standard of care.

The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) began in 1848 as Victoria’s first public hospital.

Today our care extends from the City through Royal Park, with mental health and aged care services across the inner west.

We operate a statewide trauma service and lead centres of excellence across neurosciences, nephrology, oncology, cardiology and virtual health.

Our collaborations set new benchmarks in health excellence, including the world-renowned Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity, our joint venture with the University of Melbourne.

And while the work we’re doing takes us in inspiring new directions, we lead with kindness that defines a better standard of care.

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