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Health Worker (Identified) - Rheumatic Heart Disease


Cardiac Service - Townsville University Hospital

Summary


Exciting opportunities available now with the
Townsville Hospital and Health Service.


Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Health Service Support
Classification HWF3
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV691491
Closing date 22-Sep-2026
Job duration Permanent Full-time
Contact person Toni Aumend
Contact details (07) 4433 3440
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About your new employer:

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $79,661 to $109,546 p.a. (HWF3)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Laundry allowance
  • Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity:

Join the Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) team as a Health Worker (Identified), supporting culturally safe cardiac care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients. You'll work with the multidisciplinary team across in-reach and outreach services, supporting health promotion, prevention and early intervention. You'll help lcients and families navigate the health system, strengthen health literacy and engagement, and provide cultural advice to improve cardiac outcomes. You'll also build connections with clients and communities, supporting continuity of care and helping ensure services are responsive to the needs of Aborigial and Torres Strait Islander people.

Requirements:

  • Applicants must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torrest Strait Islander
  • Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice
  • Possession of a Class C driver's license
  • This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
  • Probation period may apply.
  • Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Toni Aumend on (07) 4433 3440.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV691491

Applications close: Monday, 22 September 2026

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Further information

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