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HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY WESTERN NSW LOCAL HEALTH DISTRICT

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Executive Summary 3

Western NSW Local Health District 4

Head of Department Obstetrics and Gynaecology

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Employment Terms & Conditions

12

How to Apply Living in Dubbo

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15



EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Western NSW Local Health District (WNSW LHD) serves 280,000 people dispersed across more than 31% of NSW, a region larger than the UK, our people experience health issues that need our leadership, determination, and compassion to make a meaningful difference. Our services are the heart of country towns and are provided from 38 inpatient facilities, 50 primary and community health services and 23 community mental health services. We have a highly skilled and dedicated workforce workforce of approximately 6,500 people who are committed to improving health and well-being for rural people, making meaningful gains in Aboriginal health, and providing world class integrated health care across the region.

The LHD is committed to reform initiatives that will improve access to services, and to providing services that people trust and feel safe using. The LHD is committed to delivery high quality maternity and midwifery services and every day, 10 babies are born in the district every day. The service offers a diverse range of services to women during pregnancy, birth, and early parenting at various locations around our district. The Western NSW Local Health District is seeking an experienced Obstetrics and Gynaecology specialist to join the team at Dubbo as Head of Department – Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The Head of Department would participate in ongoing service developments for comprehensive obstetric care including the management of high-risk patients per the current NSW Maternity Services Capability Framework. They would participate in the day-to-day teaching of registrars, medical students and midwifery students and would be expected to provide outpatient gynaecological services. The Head of Department would play a key role in the ongoing development and diversification of gynaecological services available to the community. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a supportive and growing team. The successful applicant will bring energy and enthusiasm to the role, work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and have a focus on ensuring safe, effective, person-centred care is delivered. The role is located in Dubbo Health Service, a newly redeveloped major referral hospital and one of the largest rural hospitals in New South Wales, located just five hours from Sydney.



WESTERN NSW LOCAL HEALTH DISTRICT

Provide exceptional healthcare to the people of Western NSW. Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) is one of the largest Local Health Districts in New South Wales covering an area of 246,676 square kilometres.

WNSWLHD is the largest employer in the region, with over 7,700 dedicated staff working across 3 major rural referral hospitals, 50 community health centres, numerous corporate and executive offices and 38 inpatient facilities – which include 25 multipurpose services and 4 district health services.

WNSWLHD delivers innovative health services to an estimated resident population of approximately 276,000 people. WNSWLHD is diverse in the health care it delivers boasting the largest rural mental health service in Australia, three major rural referral hospitals at Orange, Dubbo and Bathurst, 50 community health centres which provide access to a wide range of multidisciplinary primary, and community health services, 38 inpatient facilities including 25 Multipurpose Services (MPSs) and District Health Services at Mudgee, Cowra, Parkes and Forbes.

There are more than 30,786 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in the Local Health District, representing 11.1% of the total population. This is significantly higher than the NSW average of 2.1%. The smaller more remote communities of Brewarrina, Walgett, Coonamble and Bourke have the highest proportion of Aboriginal people. People of a non-English speaking background, make up 2.8% of the population, compared to 15% for NSW.

The region has some of the most vulnerable population in NSW and even Australia who generally have a lower socio-economic status, shorter life expectancy, and poorer health than other people living in NSW. More

people also have at least one of the risk factors that contribute to poorer health including smoking, harmful use of alcohol, obesity and lack of physical activity.

Mental health is an important service that is provided by WNSWLHD both at a local and state-wide level. We are committed to improving our mental health services to ensure contemporary models of care are provided closer to the client's place of residence.



WNSWLHD is committed to:

• Improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people - who represent 11.1% of the total population.

• Enhancing the resilience, mental health and social and emotional wellbeing of the communities living in rural and remote regions.

• Utilising Telehealth technologies to remove the stress of travelling long distances to receive care; and

• Providing integrated care to improve the connection and resourcing of our health workforce, so they can focus on providing the highest quality care that responds to all of a person’s health needs.

WSLHD Culture

Life at Western NSW Local Health District is rewarding, progressive and diverse. At Western NSW Health, we have built a collaborative, people-focused culture. Western NSW vision - Healthier Rural People - Thriving Communities - provides a benchmark for our partnership and leadership approach to improving the health and wellbeing of people living in regional and remote areas of New South Wales. As employees of NSW Health, there is no higher responsibility than to provide a high quality and caring environment for our patients, clients, and co-workers. It only takes one person to make a difference, positive or negative. When we choose to work within the Western NSW Local Health District, we are choosing to commit to and be accountable for demonstrating the CORE values and behaviours of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. To embed the CORE values into our Local Health District, our staff created the Living Well Together strategy. Living Well Together is our philosophy. It’s a reflection of our values and a platform we build to deliver consistent high quality health care. Everything we achieve as an organization, we achieve together.



Strategic Plan 2020 – 2025 The 2020 - 2025 strategic plan sets an overall direction and priorities for the Western NSW local Health District. It helps us focus our energy and resources to work toward common goals.

Vision:

Healthier rural people, thriving communities.

Values:

Collaboration, Openness, Respect, Empowerment

Purpose:

To provide exceptional healthcare to the people of Western NSW

The new Strategic Plan has four goals:

• Improved health and wellbeing of our people • Meaningful gains in Aboriginal Health • World-class rural health care • One service across many places

A number of enablers support the implementation of the Plan:

• A strong and sustainable workforce, and a great place to work. • Well managed resources • Data and analytics • Infrastructure, technology, and systems • Productive partnerships & effective communication.



DUBBO HEALTH SERVICE Dubbo Health Service is a major rural referral hospital and part of the Western NSW Local Health District. It provides a range of acute inpatient and ambulatory care services including general medical and surgical, maternity, gynaecology, paediatrics, rehabilitation, critical care, renal dialysis, oncology, palliative care, hospital in the home and diagnostic services. The Health Service also offers a wide range of primary and community health services including child and family health services, mental health services and antenatal and post-natal services. Dubbo Health Service is currently undergoing a major transformation to provide expanded and upgraded clinical services to the people of Western NSW. The facilities are world-class and include:

• Six ultra-modern Integrated Digital Operating Theatres • A new Surgical Inpatient Unit • A new and expanded ICU and a new dedicated Coronary

Care and Stroke Unit • A new Cardiac Cather Laboratory (Future Angiography

Suite) • A new $35 million Western Cancer Care Centre including

Radiotherapy Bunker, PET CT and Medical Oncology • A new Maternity Unit, Birthing Unit and Special Care

Nursery • The only Respiratory Lung Function Unit in Western NSW • The only public EEG and Nerve Conduction clinics in Western NSW • A new Renal Dialysis Unit to accommodate the busiest Renal Dialysis service in Western NSW which

provides outreach and Telehealth services to surrounding communities. • A new Emergency Department

All of the latest information about the redevelopment of Dubbo Health Service can be found on here.

http://www.dubbohospitalredevelopment.health.nsw.gov.au/



HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY

POSITION PURPOSE The Head of Department of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department, the Head of Department would participate in ongoing service developments for comprehensive obstetric care including the management of high-risk patients per the current NSW Maternity Services Capability Framework. They would participate in the day-to-day teaching of registrars, medical students and midwifery students and would be expected to provide outpatient gynaecological services. The Head of Department would play a key role in the ongoing development and diversification of gynaecological services available to the community.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Head of Department, Obstetrics and Gynaecology will be responsible for:

• Provide professional specialist medical care to public and private patients of the facility, consistent with the clinical privileges and role delineation determined by WNSWLHD. This will include both inpatient and outpatient services and will include out of hours services.

• Ensure that comprehensive and legible medical records are maintained including the use of the Electronic Medical Records (eMR) system, eMaternity and according to the Medical Practice Act (1992) and WNSWLHD policy.

• Be available for teaching and resource person to staff of the WNSWLHD and health students. • Participate in clinical or administrative committee and meeting where reasonably required by the

WNSWLHD for the proper and efficient functioning of the facility. • Participate fully in the clinical review processes of the facility. • Participate in quality improvement activities and formal quality reviews programs, including

accreditation programs (eg. EQuiP, Medical Colleges). • Comply with the continuing professional education program of the College. • Comply with all relevant legislation and all requirements of the Medical Board of Australia. • Ensure recommendations of RANZCOG Accreditation review are fulfilled. • Ensure compliance with RANZCOG training requirements. • Comply with Department of Health, WNSWLHD and local facility policies, procedures and rules. • Liaise effectively with all staff of the WNSWLHD. • Other responsibilities consistent with the above and the terms and conditions of appointment



The Head of Department, Obstetrics and Gynaecology key accountabilities are: Clinical Duties:

• Clinical privileges will be exercised within the scope of practice granted by the Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee.

• Provide high quality of care for patients and their families. • Ensure communication occurs between clinicians within the organization. • Ensure detailed patient care treatment plans are in place to support the timely management of

patients. • Ensure high standard of clinical record documentation is maintained. This includes utilization of paper-

based systems and electronic systems compatible with hospital systems and keeping appropriate databases up-to-date.

• Ensure effective patient handover and transfer of care. • Ensure appropriate communication occurs with medical practitioners external to the organization

regarding patients under their care, including providing detailed discharge summaries as indicated. • Provide reliable and responsive on call services (when privileged to do so). • Attendance when required is to be fifteen minutes of call, or otherwise within a timeframe consistent

with the needs of the specialty as determined. Personal Skills, knowledge and abilities required:

• Ability to perform duties efficiently and in a professional manner. • Well-developed skills in communication, negotiation and conciliation. • Sound theoretical knowledge, practical skills and ethical behaviour • Efficient organizational and time management skills. • Mature approach to interpersonal relationships including the ability to direct and supervise junior

medical staff and to liaise with other colleagues and specialists. Administrative and Educational Duties:

• Provide leadership and mentorship. • Implement change as directed by the executive management of the facility. • In consultation with colleagues prepare monthly on call roster. • Undertake annual performance appraisals of department members. • Management of RANZCOG Standards Accreditation and Training program • Carry out all administrative duties relating to the proper functioning of the service and facility. • Ensure and review the quality of patient care by participating in peer review and quality assurance

programs. • Maintain personal knowledge and skills and participate in continuing medical education. • Contribute to hospital committees.



• Be familiar with and undertake responsibilities regarding children, young people and their families in accordance with WNSWLHD Child Protection Manual and seek training, support and supervision as required.

Quality Management:

• Establish performance goals, within three month of appointment and negotiate twelve monthly thereafter.

• Design in clinical audit activities and other quality programs. • Demonstrate an awareness of and commitment to safe working practices.

Research and Teaching:

• Act as a clinical resource and teacher for medical students, junior doctors, nurses, and allied health staff.

• Work with the University Department of Rural Health in planning and provision of educational activities for medical students and postgraduate students.

• From time to time, provide educational activities for other staff including nursing and allied health staff.

• Attend and participate in educational activities organized by the facility. • Participate in clinical research activities, if appropriate. • Undertake any other duties as relevant to the position.

View the required skills, experience and knowledge in the Position Description.

SELECTION CRITERIA The Head of Department will demonstrate skill and knowledge in the following criteria:

1. Current authority to practice as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)/Medical Board of Australia or eligibility for same.

2. Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) or other specialist recognition as provided for under the Health Insurance Act 1973.

3. Demonstrated participation in and commitment to quality assurance activities relevant to Obstetrics and Gynaecological practice.

4. Demonstrated technical and professional competence in the specialty of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. 5. Clinical experience in a hospital as a specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, within the last two

years. 6. Demonstrated experience in Clinical management and leadership roles. 7. Commitment to equitable participation in an on-call roster with specialist VMO’s or staff specialist, as

required. 8. Demonstrated high level interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.



QUALIFICATIONS The incumbent must: Be a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) or other specialist recognition as provided for under the Health Insurance Act 1973.

OPPORTUNITIES Major challenges currently associated with the role include:

• Continuity of contemporary models of care • Building the safety and quality culture • Fostering natural birthing and lowering postpartum intervention • Significant range of clinical scope of practice

REPORTING & KEY RELATIONSHIPS The Head of Unit reports directly to the General Manager via Director of Medical Services.

KEY DATA

Staffing The Head of Department is responsible for the management of all department staff inclusive of: Consultants, Registrars, Junior Medical Officers and DRANZCOG Trainee.

Births 10 babies per day are born in the district 1200 – 1300 births per year 1/3 are Aboriginal births

Service Location Dubbo Health Service

Useful Links Role Description WNSWLHD Website Strategic Plan

https://wnswlhd.health.nsw.gov.au/

https://wnswlhd.health.nsw.gov.au/Downloads/Publications%20and%20Reports/WNSWLHD%20Strategic%20Plan.pdf



EMPLOYMENT TERMS & CONDITIONS

REMUNERATION To be discussed with the Consultant

CLASSIFICATION Staff Specialist

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROBITY CHECKS Information on a person’s suitability for appointment is obtained for all appointments. Potential appointees will be asked whether there are any reasons why they should not be appointed such as: Information on a person’s criminal history and other associated probity checks will be sought from those candidates whose application has progressed to shortlisting for interview.

Applicants unsure about the definition of disclosable criminal convictions or status of any criminal conviction may wish to seek legal advice in responding to the probity check questions. (A ‘disclosable’ conviction is one that is recorded by the court and has not been rehabilitated or spent under the Criminal Law (Rehabilitation of Offenders) Act 1986 and, in the case of Commonwealth convictions, the Crimes Act 1914 (Commonwealth), and does not breach the confidentiality provisions of the Youth Justice Act 1992.)



HOW TO APPLY

The closing date for applications is Monday 12th July 2021 The reference number to include in your application is H21_3678 For a confidential discussion, please contact Principal Consultant, Rhodie Miller

M: +61 (0)422 816 557 E: [email protected]

Please submit application documentation to Executive Search Coordinator, Natasha Tirado.

T: +61 (0)2 9900 0108 E: [email protected]

It Is standard practice for HardyGroup to acknowledge receipt of your application no later than the next business day. We request that if you do not receive the acknowledgement, you contact the search coordinator listed above as soon as possible after the 24-hour business period and arrange to resend your application if necessary. Your application must include:

1. Completed HG Application Form 2. Cover letter addressed to the Principal Consultant; 3. A written response addressing the key selection criteria, found on page 10; and 4. An up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae

https://hardygroupintl.com/resources/search-candidate-form.pdf



REFEREES You will need to provide details of three (3) professional referees. To do so, complete the relevant fields in the Candidate Profile. You should carefully consider who you select to approach to provide reference advice. Your current manager must be included. It is customary for referee reports to be requested after interview and if you are the preferred candidate, your permission will be requested prior to contacting your referees.

PERSONAL INFORMATION HG complies with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), all applications are treated by HG in strict confidence, however in submitting an application you are extending permission to share your application with the Selection Panel.

Personal Information will be used to assess your suitability for appointment to this Positions Health Services. As part of the selection process, personal information will be dealt with in accordance with HG’s Privacy Policy and the Information Privacy Act 2009.



LIVING IN DUBBO Dubbo is a major regional city with a population of about 52,000 people situated on the beautiful Macquarie River, 420 kilometers north-west of Sydney. It is a progressive city with a thriving town centre. There are daily flights, trains and buses to the eastern seaboard and many regional towns. Known as the cosmopolitan heart of New South Wales, Dubbo has great shopping and sporting facilities and provides a perfect base from which to explore the eastern interior of our beautiful state. Dubbo is a place where cafes and farms are within minutes of each other; where the people are relaxed and welcoming – and really mean it when they ask, ‘how are you?’ The community is growing with economic development, such as our Dubbo Hospital Redevelopment. With boutique shops, major chain supermarkets and retailers, weekend markets, wineries and parks, affordable housing and property prices, the iconic Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Charles Sturt University, TAFE Western Campus, 16 private and public schools, early learning, and childcare and so much more, life in Dubbo really is a package deal. Residents who have relocated to live and work in Dubbo have described the real sense of community as the key difference that sets it apart from metropolitan cities such as Sydney. People here are relaxed, down to earth, friendly and so welcoming. For more information on living and working in our beautiful city, visit our website www.dubbohospitalcareers.com.au which includes interviews and testimonials from our current staff about their experiences moving to Dubbo.

Helpful Links: https://dubbo.com.au/live https://www.dubbo.nsw.gov.au/ https://evocities.com.au/dubbo/

http://www.dubbohospitalredevelopment.health.nsw.gov.au/

http://www.dubbohospitalcareers.com.au/

https://dubbo.com.au/live

https://www.dubbo.nsw.gov.au/

https://evocities.com.au/dubbo/

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Reference Number : Recruitment Type Staff Specialist Position Number : Position Title : Cost Centre :

Cost Centre Code % MO O&G 819851 100

Organisation unit : Western NSW Local Health District

Location : Dubbo Facility : Dubbo Health Service Award Classification : Staff Specialist Registration/ Licence Requirements :

Medical Board of Australia

Vaccination Category :

A

Employment Screening Check National Criminal Record Check :

Yes

Working With Children Background Check :

Yes

Working With Aged Care Check :

No

Responsible To :

General Manger via Director of Medical Services

Responsible for:

1. Provide professional specialist medical care to public and private patients of the facility, consistent with the clinical privileges and role delineation determined by WNSWLHD. This will include both inpatient and outpatient services and will include out of hours services.

2. Ensure that comprehensive and legible medical records are maintained including the use of the Electronic Medical Records (eMR) system, eMaternity and according to the Medical Practice Act (1992) and WNSWLHD policy.

3. Be available for teaching and resource person to staff of the WNSWLHD and health students.

4. Participate in clinical or administrative committee and meeting where reasonably required by the WNSWLHD for the proper and efficient functioning of the facility.

5. Participate fully in the clinical review processes of the facility

6. Participate in quality improvement activities and formal quality reviews programs, including accreditation programs (eg. EQuiP, Medical Colleges).

7. Comply with the continuing professional education program of the College.

8. Comply with all relevant legislation and all requirements of the Medical Board of Australia.

9. Ensure recommendations of RANZCOG Accreditation review are fulfilled.

10. Ensure compliance with RANZCOG training requirements.

11. Comply with Department of Health, WNSWLHD and local facility policies, procedures and rules.

12. Liaise effectively with all staff of the WNSWLHD

13. Other responsibilities consistent with the above and the terms and conditions of appointment

Purpose of Position

As Head of Department of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, the Head of Department would participate in ongoing service developments for comprehensive obstetric care including the management of high risk patients per the current NSW Maternity Services Capability Framework. They would participate in the day to day teaching of registrars, medical students and midwifery students and would be expected to provide outpatient gynecological services. The Head of Department would play a key role in the ongoing development and diversification of gynecological services available to the community.

Key Accountabilities: Clinical Duties: -Clinical privileges will be exercised within the scope of practice granted by the Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee. -Provide high quality of care for patients and their families. -Ensure communication occurs between clinicians within the organization. -Ensure detailed patient care treatment plans are in place to support the timely management of patients. -Ensure high standard of clinical record documentation is maintained. This includes utilization of paper based systems and electronic systems compatible with hospital systems, and keeping appropriate databases up-to-date. -Ensure effective patient handover and transfer of care. -Ensure appropriate communication occurs with medical practitioners external to the organization regarding patients under their care, including providing detailed discharge summaries as indicated. -Provide reliable and responsive on call services (when privileged to do so). -Attendance when required is to be fifteen minutes of call, or otherwise within a timeframe consistent with the needs of the specialty as determined. Personal skills, knowledge and abilities required: -Ability to perform duties efficiently and in a professional manner -Well developed skills in communication, negotiation and conciliation. -Sound theoretical knowledge, practical skills and ethical behavior. -Efficient organizational and time management skills. -Mature approach to interpersonal relationships including the ability to direct and supervise junior medical staff and to liaise with others colleagues and specialists. Administrative and Educational Duties: -Provide leadership and mentorship. -Implement change as directed by the executive management of the facility. -In consultation with colleagues prepare monthly on call roster. -Undertake annual performance appraisals of department members. -Management of RANZCOG Standards Accreditation and Training program -Carry out all administrative duties relating to the proper functioning of the service and facility.

Key Accountabilities (cont):

-Ensure and review the quality of patient care by participating in peer review and quality assurance programs. -Maintain personal knowledge and skills and participate in continuing medical education. -Contribute to hospital committees. -Be familiar with and undertake responsibilities regarding children, young people and their families in accordance with WNSWLHD Child Protection Manual and seek training, support and supervision as required. Quality Management -Establish performance goals, within three month of appointment and negotiate twelve monthly thereafter. - Design in clinical audit activities and other quality programs. -Demonstrate an awareness of and commitment to safe working practices. Research and Teaching -Act as a clinical resource and teacher for medical students, junior doctors, nurses and allied health staff. -Work with the University Department of Rural Health in planning and provision of educational activities for medical students and postgraduate students. -From time to time, provide educational activities for other staff including nursing and allied health staff. -Attend and participate in educational activities organized by the facility. -Participate in clinical research activities, if appropriate. -Undertake any other duties as relevant to the position.

Challenges/Problem Solving:

-Working on effective congenial relationships with in the department. -Working in an environment where there are competing priorities and deadlines. -Developing strong working relationships with a multidisciplinary workforce. -Demonstrating a commitment to personal development as a professional. -Showing a commitment to effective handover.

Communication: This position will communicate with the following: -Daily Multidisciplinary handover -Colleagues in monthly Department meeting -Monthly meeting with Director of Medical Services -Attend Clinical Council meeting each month -Junior Medical Officers/Registrar monthly meetings -Midwives/nursing staff monthly meetings -Allied Health Professionals-General Practitioners via the Primary Health Network and General Practitioner Liaison Officer. The Head of Department will be required to liaise closely with fellow consultants. The purpose of such communication is to ensure that all involved in patient care are fully informed of issues relevant to the management of patients.

Decision Making: -The Department Head is accountable to the Director of Medical Services for the provision of achievement of work priorities -Be self-managed and be able to prioritise multiple and at times conflicting activities. -Day to day patient management with plans effectively communicated to those involved in patient care. -Department forward planning -Adherence to RANZCOG guidelines -The efficient and cost effective allocation of resources.

Organisation Chart

Selection Criteria :

Selection Criteria 1) Current authority to practice as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian

Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)/Medical Board of Australia or eligibility for same.

2) Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) or other specialist recognition as provided for under the Health Insurance Act 1973.

3) Demonstrated participation in and commitment to quality assurance activities relevant to Obstetrics and Gynaecological practice.

4) Demonstrated technical and professional competence in the specialty of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

5) Clinical experience in a hospital as a specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecolgist, within the last two years.

6) Demonstrated experience in Clinical management and leadership roles.

7) Commitment to equitable participation in an on-call roster with specialist VMO’s or staff specialist, as required.

8) Demonstrated high level interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.

Staffing :

The Head of Department is responsible for the management of all department staff inclusive of: consultants, Registrars, Junior Medical Officers and DRANZCOG Trainee.

Western NSW Local Health District

General Manager – Dubbo Health Service

Medical Staff Manager – non Clinical

Director of Medical Services

Budget :

This position does not manage a budget

Financial Delegation:

This position does not have financial delegation

JOB DEMANDS CHECKLIST Physical Demands

Sitting - remaining in a seated position to perform tasks Standing - remaining standing without moving about to perform tasks

Walking - Floor type: even / uneven / slippery, indoors / outdoors, slopes Running - Floor type: even / uneven / slippery, indoors / outdoors, slopes Bend/Lean Forward from Waist - Forward bending from the waist to perform tasks Trunk Twisting - Turning from the waist while sitting or standing to perform tasks Kneeling - remaining in a kneeling posture to perform tasks Squatting / Crouching - Adopting a squatting or crouching posture to perform tasks Leg / Foot Movement - Use of leg and / or foot to operate machinery Climbing (stairs/ladders) - Ascend / descend stairs, ladders, steps Lifting / Carrying - Light lifting & carrying: 0 - 9 kg Lifting / Carrying - Moderate lifting & carrying: 10 - 15 kg Lifting / Carrying - Heavy lifting & carrying: 16kg & above Reaching - Arms fully extended forward or raised above shoulder Pushing / Pulling / Restraining - Using force to hold / restrain or move objects toward or away from the body

Head / Neck Postures - Holding head in a position other than neutral (facing forward) Hand & Arm Movements - Repetitive movements of hands and arms Grasping / Fine Manipulation - Gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands Work At Heights - Using ladders, footstools, scaffolding, or other objects to perform work Driving - Operating any motor powered vehicle Sensory Demands

Sight - Use of sight is an integral part of work performance e.g. Viewing of X-Rays, computer screens

Hearing - Use of hearing is an integral part of work performance e.g. Telephone enquiries Smell - Use of smell is an integral part of work performance e.g. Working with chemicals Taste - Use of taste is an integral part of work performance e.g. Food preparation Touch - Use of touch is an integral part of work performance Psychosocial Demands

Distressed People - e.g. Emergency or grief situations Aggressive & Uncooperative People - e.g. drug / alcohol, dementia, mental illness Unpredictable People - e.g. Dementia, mental illness, head injuries Restraining - involvement in physical containment of patients / clients Exposure to Distressing Situations - e.g. Child abuse, viewing dead / mutilated bodies Environmental Demands

Dust - Exposure to atmospheric dust Gases - Working with explosive or flammable gases requiring precautionary measures Fumes - Exposure to noxious or toxic fumes Liquids - Working with corrosive, toxic or poisonous liquids or chemicals requiring PPE Hazardous substances - e.g. Dry chemicals, glues Noise - Environmental / background noise necessitates people raise their voice to be heard Inadequate Lighting - Risk of trips, falls or eyestrain Sunlight - Risk of sunburn exists from spending more than 10 minutes per day in sunlight Extreme Temperatures - Environmental temperatures are less than 15C or more than 35C

Confined Spaces - areas where only one egress (escape route) exists Slippery or Uneven Surfaces - Greasy or wet floor surfaces, ramps, uneven ground Inadequate Housekeeping - Obstructions to walkways and work areas cause trips and falls

Working At Heights - Ladders / stepladders / scaffolding are required to perform tasks Biological Hazards - e.g. exposure to body fluids, bacteria, infectious diseases

As the incumbent of this position, I confirm I have read the Position Description and Job Demands Checklist, understand its content and agree to work in accordance with the requirements of the position.

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