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POSITION DESCRIPTION General Practice Lead Position number Classification Employment type Hours per week Location
31134 NC7 Continuing 30.4 to 38 negotiable Albury, Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton
Primary purpose of this position The primary purpose of this position is to improve the access to and quality of primary health care provided within general practice settings across the Murray PHN catchment area. The role will be responsible commissioning and quality improvement initiatives that support quality professional practice within general practice in areas that align with population health priorities and needs. Key responsibilities • Embed model of care logic and evidence-based approach within general practice to support professional practice and standards of care specifically aligned with Murray PHN health priorities through general practice engagement activity that occurs across the catchment. • Specific program and strategic areas of responsibility extend to: -
After Hours program
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General practice uptake and engagement in Murray HealthPathways
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Doctors in Secondary Schools
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Closing the Loop (Murray PHN primary care data dashboard)
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My Health Record
• Prepare progress and annual reports against planned activity, which includes: -
Commonwealth funding agreements, specifically core and flexible fund activities as they relate to general practice, and other Commonwealth funded activities as identified
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Organisational, Board and subcommittee reports as required
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Other reporting obligations as identified
• Provide expert advice and knowledge to support the development of and lead the implementation of the General Practice Engagement Strategy and other strategic plans as they specifically apply to the general practice sector. • Encourage and participate cross functional teams to integrate strategic priorities and plans with regional engagement and activity across the catchment. • Facilitate opportunities to strengthen sector engagement, linking peak professional organisations support of professional practice within general practice environment. • Have a comprehensive understanding of the external key stakeholders (e.g. general practice, hospitals, health service providers, education providers) • Understand the relational environment required to gain collaboration, compliance and innovation.
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• Have experience implementing project management strategies that achieve key outcomes. • Ability to communicate to a diverse range of key organisations and individuals. Other responsibilities • Actively participate in Murray PHN committees and working groups. • Work in accordance to and support Murray PHN strategic objectives as directed. • Work in a safe manner, adhering to all work health and safety (WH&S) requirements and report all hazards and incidents through the organisation’s WH&S processes. • Comply with organisational policies and procedures including the Code of Conduct and instrument of delegation. • Actively manage risks by complying with organisational policies and procedures and escalating risks for higher-level attention when required. Note: Some travel may be required as part of this role. Note: This position will require a current driver’s licence which must be provided prior to commencing employment.
Reporting relationships This position reports to Executive Director Integration This position has the following direct reports: • Doctors in Secondary Schools Coordinator
Key selection criteria Murray PHN uses the Victorian Public Service Employment Capability Framework to assess roles and apply its classification structure. For more information on the framework and the “Levels” shown here, visit murrayphn.org.au/about/join-the-team and select click here to access the framework. Specialist expertise • Relevant degree and post-graduate qualifications, combined with at least 10 years’ experience in a similar role. • Have experience and/or knowledge related to the business models and/or operations of general practice. Knowledge and skills (Some at Level C and most at Level D) • Environmental scanning - Monitors external sources and identifies underlying trends. Develops, maintains and uses a variety of systems, processes and sources to gather information and gain deeper understanding. Uses a range of references and professional networks to conduct specific research. • Systems thinking – Formulating potential courses of action to achieve objectives based on an indepth understanding of the business environment and its systems. Establishes an integrated perspective of their organisations services and identifies the leverage points where intervention will add value. • Influence and negotiation – Develops long-term, complex strategies to build buy-in and support from key internal and external stakeholders. Uses a variety of influencing approaches tailored to individual situations to achieve desired outcomes. • Change Management - Scans the environment to identify necessary changes. Gains commitment by communicating the reasons for the change and the risks of not changing. Actively promotes and drives change using broad influencing skills to overcome barriers and gain support. Manages complex stakeholder issues that are integral to the change process.
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Personal qualities • Conceptual and analytical ability – Deals with concepts and complexity comfortably. Uses Analytical and conceptual skills to reason through problems. Has creative ideas and can project how these can link to innovations. • Relationship building – Establishes and maintains relationships with people at all levels. Promotes harmony and consensus through diplomatic handling of disagreements. Forges useful partnerships with people across business areas, functions and organisations. Build trust through consistent actions, values and communication. Minimises surprises. Background on Murray PHN
Murray PHN spans the northern region of Victoria. While most the catchment area is located within the State of Victoria, it also includes the twin city of Albury/Wodonga. The estimated resident population is 565,000 people. It is estimated that the Murray PHN area includes: • 715 general practitioners • 44 acute facilities • 200+ pharmacies • 150+ residential aged care facilities • 9 Primary Care Partnerships • 20 Local Government Authorities There are 31 PHNs (Primary Health Networks) across Australia. PHNs will work with the acute health care sector and other health service providers and communities to: • To increase the efficiency and effectiveness of health services for patients, particularly those at risk of poor health outcomes, and
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• To improve the coordination of care to ensure patients receive the right care in the right place at the right time. PHNs are not-for-profit organisations funded predominantly by the Australian Government. Further enquiries To find out more about this position, please direct your enquiries to Penny Wilkinson, Executive Director Integration: 03 4408 5621 or e:
[email protected]
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