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IN THIS ISSUEGP Communiqué 2 The latest on Healthy GC 2GCPHN Primary Care Opinion Survey 3Clinical Council Update 3Mental Health 4-5
Practice Support 5Immunisation 6Jobs 7In brief 7Event calendar 8
Generally Speaking
ISSUE: April 2016 www.healthygc.com.au
Information for Gold Coast General Practices
Gold Coast Primary Health Network
Indigenous Outreach Program Improving access to primary care
As the Indigenous Outreach Worker for the Gold Coast, my main focus is improving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community access to mainstream primary care services. This is achieved by working with general practitioners, practice nurses, practice staff, Aboriginal Community Controlled Services and directly with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. Types of activities included in my role:
• Support at, and transport to and from, appointments for clients as required.
• Ensuring access to medications through Close The Gap annotated prescriptions, promote use of Webster packs, and medication delivery as required.
• Identification of barriers experienced by the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island community and facilitation of solutions with relevant service providers to increase access to primary health care.
• Encourage and support community member’s to self-identify with primary health services.
• Promote existence of local Indigenous services available and facilitate the referral process (Mungulli, Indigenous Heart and Eye Health Clinics).
• To network with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Hospital Liaison Officers at Gold Coast hospitals and Care Coordinator for CCSS Care Coordination and Supplementary Services.
• Promote completion of an Indigenous health assessment (715) whenever accompanying clients to GP visits.
- Tracy Smith Indigenous Outreach Worker Gold Coast Primary Health Network
Email: [email protected]: 07 5612 5410 Mobile: 0439 908 281
Chronic Disease Wellness Program for Indigenous Gold Coast patientsGPs are reminded that they can refer Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients to the Gold Coast Chronic Disease Wellness Program. The program works with the GP and patient to manage a range of chronic diseases including Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Heart Failure, Type 2 Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease. The program aims to help patients live well, reduce complications and keep out of hospital.
Download the referral template (look for Indigenous Mungulli):www.healthygc.com.au/Templates-Guidelines/Adult-Community-Health-Referral-Templates.aspx
Gold Coast Primary Health Network’s Indigenous Health Project Officer and Outreach Worker can also conduct cultural awareness training for General Practice. For more information contact Martie at: [email protected]
GP Communiqué
Dr Roger HalliwellGeneral Practice Gold Coast (GPGC) President
Dr David RowlandsGold Coast Primary Health Network (GCPHN) Board Chair
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What’s new on the HealthyGC website Gold Coast Primary Health Network’s website,www.healthygc.com.au has been updated in the last month with the latest information for general practices on:
• Bowel cancer resources: www.healthygc.com.au/Bowel-Cancer• Practice Noticeboard: www.healthygc.com.au/Noticeboard• No Jab No Pay immunisation fact sheets in 22 different
languages: www.healthygc.com.au/refugeehealth• Latest Gold Coast Population Health Profile:
www.healthygc.com.au/reports• ReadSpeaker has been implemented in each event calendar
item: www.healthygc.com.au/Events• Updated ATAPS page with a new-look accordion style menu:
www.healthygc.com.au/ataps
Wow … one quarter of the way through the year already. It seems only a few days ago we began writing 2016 on our communications.
Easter signals the beginning of the flu vaccine season. Government supplies will roll out next month, and I know it is a hot topic for all sorts of reasons. We also know that pharmacists will again be offering vaccination; a common reason given for not attending General Practice for this purpose is to do with waiting times. Perhaps this is an opportunity to review fast track options for these patients?
The next networking event is scheduled for May. Look for information on this in the GP Bulletin and Generally Speaking (May editions). This format has been popular with the first event held in Mudgeeraba in the third week of March. GPs who have not attended meetings for some time are rediscovering old acquaintances. And new GPs and Registrars have appreciated the opportunity to meet outside the very clinical environment we all live in. We have extended the invitation to partners, often left at home while the GP half of a couple goes out.
The Board continues to seek innovative ways to support Members. Please contact one of us directly if you would like to talk about ideas. Please email: [email protected]
Practice NoticeboardThe HealthyGC website has a Practice Noticeboard where local practices can buy and sell items and equipment. Listings are free and can be placed by completing the online form. www.healthygc.com.au/noticeboard
Here is one of the latest listings:
A practice in Broadbeach is selling a Medison SonoAce Pico mycolor202 portable ultrasound system.• all manuals included• trolley• two probes
Contact: Trudi at Broadbeach Medical Centre by phoning 07 5531 6344 or emailing:[email protected]
Ultra Sound Machine at Broadbeach
I recently attended a meeting in Canberra with the Department of Health and with other Primary Health Networks (PHNs) to discuss new program directions including the mental health and suicide prevention reforms, including the requirement to commission alcohol and other drug treatment services. Gold Coast Primary Health Network’s (GCPHN) role will be to work with the sector and with the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service (GCHHS) to develop a regional plan to incorporate these areas.
Our aim will be to commission services to address gaps and to better coordinate these for efficiency and develop pathways to assist GPs to navigate services for their patients. Our interim needs analysis was considered by the Board at the March Board meeting. Priorities for 2016/17 will be to commission youth, suicide prevention and Mental Health Nurse Incentive Program services based on 2015/16 funding levels. In relation to alcohol and other drug services, we are still waiting on further advice from the Department, however it is planned that we will be commissioning additional treatment services during 2016/17 with a focus on the Indigenous community.
A Regional Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Steering Committee consisting of GPs, acute public and private services, community mental health and AOD services and emergency response services will inform the development of the regional plan and new services.
The relaunch of the My Health Record was also discussed. GCPHN has developed a strategy to support GPs in meeting the new requirements of the digital health PIP and you will receive more information on this shortly to enable practices to meet these requirements.
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GCPHN Clinical Council Update
GCPHN Primary Care Opinion Survey The Gold Coast Primary Care Opinion Survey is currently being collated, with 240 responses from health professionals across the Gold Coast. We will be providing details of the survey in future editions. GPs, practice managers and practice nurses were asked about their satisfaction with Generally Speaking. Some of their findings included:
• GP satisfaction: satisfied/very satisfied - 75%• Practice nurse satisfaction: satisfied/very satisfied - 85% • Practice manager satisfaction: satisfied/very satisfied - 91%
Main reasons why respondents were satisfied:• Informative, relevant, useful, concise• Professionally produced, timely• Covers important information• Information is local and relevant for General Practice
The main areas respondents enjoyed were:• Links to read further information• Seminars, education and training events• Good array of topics relevant to the whole practice, practice
tips, service updates• Industry insights• Important announcements, changes in legislation, practice
incentives, what’s happening in health• Job vacancies• Disease outbreaks and notifications
Suggestions about improvements and future articles: • Latest information on referral guidelines• Practice support topics• Monthly tips in specialty areas eg mental health, chronic
disease etc• Showcase GCPHN website• New specialists on the Coast• Specific health topics• Updates from hospital departments (services provided,
access and current demand) and waiting times• How practices can avoid referrals and advice for patients
while waiting for appointments• Clinician tips section• What practice support is doing and planning for the future
If you have any feedback about ways to improve Generally Speaking and articles you would like included, please email:[email protected]
The Gold Coast Primary Health Network (GCPHN) Clinical Council held a discussion around discharge summaries and improving communication between GPs and the GC Hospital and Health Service (HHS) and it has been identified as a priority of the HHS board and the General Practice Liaison Unit. Most recent improvements were noted to the completion rate of discharge summaries (>90% in February 16) and strategies discussed to improve these further. Recruitment is currently being finalised for the General Practice Liaison Officer, and once appointed, it is envisaged that further action will be taken. It was noted that it was a commonly identified issue in the initial results in the Gold Coast Primary Care Opinion Survey.
There was a general discussion regarding launch of My Health record and the requirements for GPs to upload patient records. The Clinical Council discussed the level of support that will be required to assist GPs and practice staff. The potential duplication of the My Health Record and My Aged Care Gateway were discussed with a proposed solution to ensure that these systems can be linked to each other.
In relation to the Gold Coast Primary Health Network draft strategic plan, Clinical Council members felt some areas are still needing further clarification in terms of the five year goals and more specific targets and measures. The Clinical Council has recommended that reference be made to the involvement of allied health in supporting coordinated patient management.
As part of the discussion around end of life planning, some issues regarding current palliative care arrangements were discussed and raised. It was suggested an education event/forum be held for all healthcare professionals involved in palliative services across the Gold Coast.
A Clinical Advisory Committee is being established to provide guidance and advice on the risk stratification pilot and Dr Peter Meulman was nominated as the Clinical Council representative.
- Dr Lisa Beecham Chair, Gold Coast Primary Health Network Clinical Council
Gold Coast Health Public Health Physician Dr Paul Van Buynder has released a short video (2 minutes 30 seconds) about what vaccinations GPs should provide to pregnant women. This includes the latest information on the flux vax and pertussis. View the video at: https://youtu.be/VlUOI3z8GD0
Vaccinations in Pregnancy Advice
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Mental Health
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Violence Effects on Young PeopleThis is first of a series of four professional development and networking days in 2016 for people working in mental health.
‘Taking a Strengths Based Approach when dealing with the effects of violence on Young People’ Date: Friday April 8, 8am-3pmVenue: Southport Health Precinct, 26-30 High Street More information: www.healthygc.com.au/events/Impacts-of-violence
GPs can refer older residents with a severe and enduring mental illness for assessment as part of the CNAP 65+ panel, which brings government, community and private organisations together to create pathways to support older people with complex needs and mental illnesses, where all past and current services have identified unmet needs. CNAP aims to:• Assist coordination of appropriate care and services• Support older people and their families to remain independent in
the community
How Does the Panel Work?The referred older person must consent to their information being presented to the panel. At the panel, service providers will meet to share resources and information about services and make suggestions that could assist the older person. After the panel meeting, the referring service provider gives feedback to the older person and their family about options available to them. The older person and the family maintain control of any recommendations or options that are suggested. Referral CriteriaThe older person being referred to the panel will meet a combination of the following criteria:• Be aged 65 years or older with severe and enduring mental illness
requiring intensive case management• Live within the Gold Coast area• Have a current care worker providing care coordination or case
management• Consent to the process and information being shared• Have multiple support needs that cannot be met by current services• Have significant impairment in social functioning and require
ongoing support to maintain/enhance their independence in the community
• Have limited or no family and social support networks• Co-morbidities ie. substance use and/or physical/cognitive decline• Is more likely to disengage from support services.
How to ReferReferrals can only be made by services that are supporting the care needs of the older person. For more information:
www.healthygc.com.au/CNAP-65YO
Supporting seniors with mental illness
Partners In Recovery ForumGPs are invited to help “Bridge the Gap” and inform gaps and barriers in the service system for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Meaningful change takes time. Partners in Recovery want to tell you where we have been and ask where we should go next. Please come and inform the next stage of the journey.
Date: April 28 2016Time: EITHER: 9am - 12 pm or 12pm - 3pmVenue: Robina Community Centre, 196 Robina Town Centre Drive, RobinaRSVP: Online: www.healthygc.com.au/PIR-Forum
Suicide Prevention Skills Training for GPs, Practice Managers and StaffWesley LifeForce and Partners in Recovery Gold Coast is offering training developed from evidence-based expertise with input from GPs, General Practice Nurses and Practice Managers, to equip staff with methodology and strategies in suicide prevention, intervention and reporting.
Skills training for General Practitioners and Practice NursesSaturday, 14 May 2016, 9am-4pm
This Active Learning Module has been approved by the RACGP QI&CPD Program - 40 Category 1 points. 6 CPD hours through Australian Practice Nurses Association. It features:
• Comprehensive, six-hour Active Learning Module• A greater understanding of risk assessment, suicide prevention intervention strategies and patient support and management• Demonstrates a strategy to provide assistance to a patient who may be considering suicide, understanding the time constraints of general practice consultations
Skills training for Practice Managers and Practice Staff Friday May 13 2016, 6pm-9pm
As part of practice accreditation staff are required to be able to triage patients. This workshop enables development of a strategy or protocol to meet the needs of general practices, with additional support provided by the identification of local organisations to assist practices, staff and patients. It features:
• Two-hour tailored seminar• Build awareness and skill staff to recognise ‘at risk’ signs, and to respond appropriately.
Venue: ULTIQA Freshwater Point Resort, Kurrawa Room, 33 T.E Peters Drive, BroadbeachQuestions: Paul Gravis on 02 8922 9084 or [email protected]
More information/to register: www.healthygc.com.au/Suicide-Prevention
Access to Allied Psychological Services (ATAPS) Programs for Older PeopleIt is thought that between 10 and 15 per cent of older people experience depression and approximately 10 per cent experience anxiety. Rates of depression among people living in residential aged-care facilities are believed to be much higher, at around 35 per cent. Unfortunately, many people over 65 still seem to feel there is a stigma attached to depression and mental health conditions, viewing them as a weakness of character rather than a health problem. Older people are also more hesitant to share their experiences of depression with others, often ignoring symptoms over long periods of time and only seeking professional help when things reach crisis point.
Do you have older patients living in the community presenting with mental health conditions, such as;• Depression/anxiety • Grief and loss • Social isolation
Older persons living in the community, who could benefit from short term psychological intervention, are financially disadvantaged and not residing in a Commonwealth Funded Aged
Care facility may be eligible to access psychological services through the ATAPS Program. A standard ATAPS referral provides up to 12 individual counselling sessions per calendar year with an accredited ATAPS mental health provider.
The Access to Allied Psychological Services (ATAPS) Program is a Commonwealth Government funded Program providing services for all age groups, including children under 12, youth, adults and the elderly.
Further InformationIf you would like to know more about the ATAPS Program our team is available to visit your practice to provide an overview of the eligibility and referral requirements, or we can answer questions and provide further information over the phone. Please contact:
Email: [email protected] Phone: 07 5612 5454 Fax: 07 5612 5499Web: www.healthygc.com.au/ATAPS
For Practices Can you Bulk Bill and charge a fee at the same visit? This question is often asked and in most instances the answer is NO. The only exception is when the payment is for purchasing vaccines. See MBS clarification at: http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=note&q=G7.1&qt=noteID
Dealing with Difficult Patients An appropriate approach towards difficult patients is by using positive language to deescalate the situation. This gives the patient no opportunity to overreact. For instance, "It seems you have a different viewpoint on this situation. Let me explain our position." This statement allows the patient to be heard and allows you to state your side of the argument.
Practice Support
Queensland seniors staying on their feet This month is a timely reminder for GPs and patients about a wide range of useful resources available on the Queensland Health website for patients and health professionals, to help seniors to stay on their feet and avoid a fall. Statistically, every day, 133 older Queenslanders have a fall requiring medical attention, even though falls are mostly preventable. Falls have a big impact on mobility and independence, but there are steps that can be taken to reduce the risk. Visit: www.health.qld.gov.au/stayonyourfeet/
Mental Health
Managing depression: the optionsNPS MedicineWise is inviting practices to participate in an educational visit to look at selecting the most appropriate management approaches for patients diagnosed with depression including non-pharmacological options. An NPS MedicineWise educational visit can help GPs find out about the place in therapy for supportive approaches, psychological treatments and antidepressants, along with the latest information about duration of adequate treatment trials. Two types of educational visits are available at no charge. Both are facilitated by NPS MedicineWise’s expert Clinical Services Specialists.
• For GPs – one-on-one tailored discussion (30 minutes duration)
• Small group case-based meeting for up to 10 health professionals – GPs, practice nurses and pharmacists (1 hour duration)
Both are recognised as counting towards the (PIP QPI) and are accredited for:• 2 (Category 2) RACGP QI&CPD points• 1 Core point in the ACRRM PD Program
To book a visit today, please contact Jill Hayward Clinical Services Specialist, NPS Medicinewise: [email protected] or phone 0448 272 461.
Or, "Might we suggest to you..." or "An option open to you is..." This allows the patient to know what their options are in a non-threatening manner.
For more hints: www.ausmed.com.au/blog/entry/how-to-handle-difficult-patients
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Immunisation
* Caution should be used when making historical comparisons of BFV cases due to the high number of false positive notifications related to a commercial serology kit.# Caution should be used when interpreting Pertussis notifications due to changes in the notification criteria in 2013. Data Extracted 14/03/2016 Qld Health NCOS database
For immunisation advice contact the Gold Coast Public Health UnitPh: 07 5687 9000 Fax: 07 5687 9113 Email: [email protected]
Back to Basics Immunisation Workshop
Prevention/Management of Influenza in Residential Aged Care Facilities An education seminar and forum
Tues 12 April (2.30pm-4.30pm) OR;Thurs 14 April (9.30am-11.30am)
Gold Coast Primary Health NetworkLevel 1, 14 Edgewater Court, Robina
Gold Coast Primary Health Network invites GPs, Residential Care Facility Managers and senior nursing staff, Integrated Care Managers and Nursing Agency Management to attend this free interactive information session to discuss the risk of flu and other common infections for residents of aged care facilities. Topics include:
1. The importance of disease prevention including maximising immunisation rates in Residential Care facilities and among aged care staff.
2. Process for reporting outbreaks and requirements for ongoing management.
3. Common myths regarding the influenza vaccine.4. Strategies, barriers and risk management for engaging
residents/visitors/staff in disease prevention and immunisation.
To register/more information visit:www.healthygc.com.au/ImmunisationRACFForum
Vaccine Preventable
Measles - - <3
Pertussis# 22 68 145
Rubella - -
Influenza (Lab confirmed) 80 179 3390
Mumps - <3 <3 10
Varicella 70 172 788
Bloodborne
Hepatitis B (All) 9 27 118
Hepatitis C 26 59 201
Gastrointestinal
Campylobacter 73 177 734
Cryptosporidiosis 58 90 134
Hepatitis A (All) - <3 8
Rotavirus 12 30 119
Salmonellosis (All) 177 663
Sexually transmitted
Chlamydia (All Forms) 268 602 2676
Gonorrhoea (All Forms) 49 107 364
Syphilis (Infectious <2yr dur) 4 <3 10 73
Arboviral disease
Ross River Virus 28 50 696
Barmah Forest Virus* <3 4 29
Other diseases
Q Fever <3 <3 4 9
Legionella - <3 - 6
Meningococcal (Invasive) - <3 - 4
Pneumococcal (Invasive) - <3 <3 21
Gold Coast Primary Health Network Area
Notifiable diseases Feb 2016Total for
2015
Feb
(5 Yr Mean)YTD 2016
Immunisation Catch Up TipsReceptionists • All immunisation appointments are screened and booked as
either routine or catch up appointments• Catch up appointments should be allocated a longer
appointment and not all required vaccines may be available. • Request patients to bring all vaccination records to the
appointment. • If the vaccination records are not in English, advise patients its
their responsibility to have these interpreted, and where they can lodge their Immunisation history for translation. Details:
www.dss.gov.au/our-responsibilities/settlement-and-multicultural-affairs/programs-policy/settle-in-australia/help-with-english/free-translating-service
Nurses • Calculate the catch up and offer vaccines that are available
on the day. Rebook when supply of vaccines is next available (according to your ordering schedule and required intervals between vaccines)
• Set up a reminder to keep track of vaccine catch ups calculated.(Can use your Qld Health order form to write up vaccines to be ordered the following month)
*Please note - practices are paid a $6 fee for any catch up vaccinations given, for children under 7 years, which are more than two months overdue.
More information: www.healthygc.com.au/Programs-Services/Immunisation.aspx
Tuesday 19 April, 8.30am-4.30pm
Gold Coast Primary Health NetworkLevel 1, 14 Edgewater Court, Robina
This free workshop is for staff and nurses new to general practice (within the last six months) with immunisation responsbilities at their practice. Guest presenter: Peter WalkerGold Coast Public Health Unit
To find out more/register visit: www.healthygc.com.au/ImmunisationB2B
Aged Care
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In Brief
In BriefMental Health
To place a free job notification: Place your listing on www.healthygc.com.au/professionaljobs (automatically included in Generally Speaking)or email [email protected] Word Count: 75 words Layout: Bullet points
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AMA Free Seminar: transitioning to private practiceThursday April 14, 5.45pm - 8.30pmAMA Qld, 88 LÉstrange Terrace, Kelvin GroveThe AMA is holding a seminar for members/non members considering the move to private practice or recently begun in private practice. Experts will be available to discuss legal structuring; finance, accounting and tax considerations and issues to consider when employing staff and how to best mitigate risk. Register/more info: www.healthygc.com.au/Events/1923.aspx
New hepatitis C treatments Hepatitis Queensland has advised that new interferon-free medications are now available on the PBS to treat the most common forms of hepatitis C in Australia. For GPs considering starting treatment in consultation with a specialist (gastroenterologist, hepatologist or infectious disease physician), information is available: www.pbs.gov.au/info/news/2016/03/hepatitis-c-medicines-factsheet-for-community-based-prescribersASHM will also be conducting training nationwide for GPs interested in treatment updates for hepatitis C. For details:www.ashm.org.au/HCV/training
Contact: Hepatitis Qld 1800 437 222 or www.hepqld.asn.au
Aged Care
Part-time Medical Receptionist at BroadbeachAn experienced Medical Receptionist is required for a busy family-owned practice. MD, PS and the ability to multi-task is essential. The ideal team member will stay calm and polite under pressure. Permanent shifts are available Wednesdays and Fridays, with potential to do more while covering other staff on leave. Enjoy a great staff and work environment.Contact: Trudi Hughes by phoning 07 5531 6344 or emailing [email protected]
GP vacancy After Hours home visits - flexible hoursMultiple GPs are sought to join a service, which connects patients requiring medical attention outside of regular clinic hours with qualified doctors who make house calls across the Gold Coast. • Flexible hours• Friendly team environment• Fantastic income (receive a % of billings) with guaranteed
earnings• Your own vehicle is required - chaperone available if required. Contact: Kylie Kimberley by emailing [email protected] or phoning 07 5502 9988.
VR GP Position at BenowaA family medical centre is seeking a vocationally registered General Practitioner in the Benowa/Sorrento area. This role has become available due to a departing GP and offers:• friendly, busy GP-owned modern and accredited practice• part-time work with flexible hours• luxuriously fitted centre with fresh air and natural light in all consultation rooms and ample onsite private parking• full-time registered nurse• allied health and onsite pathology• private/mixed billing• 70 per cent of the billingsContact: Dr Neena Singh at Benowa Family Medical Centre by phoning 0478 701 161 or emailing [email protected]
Locum GP required at SouthportA comprehensive GP medical centre with a range of onsite services in Southport is looking for a locum for June 2016. Work hours are 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and every second Saturday.Contact Heather Wilson at Brickworks Medical Clinic by emailing [email protected] or phoning 07 5646 5636.
Female VR GP sought at BroadbeachLocation Location! Co-located with Broadbeach Medical Centre, in the heart of Broadbeach, a medical practice is offering a unique opportunity for a motivated women's health doctor who is looking for long-term job satisfaction and security.• Mirena and Impalnon experience is preferred but not essential• friendly, non-corporate private clinic• attractive modern facilities• secure parking• quality nurses, allied health and support staffContact: Trudi Hughes - email [email protected] or by phoning 07 5531 6344.
VR GP vacancy at Burleigh HeadsA fully accredited medical centre at Burleigh Heads is looking for a vocationally registered General Practitioner to join their privately owned family practice.• Three minutes from beautiful Burleigh beach• AQGPAL accredited• Allied health services at premises• Bulk billing• Either permanent full-time or part-time• All aspects of general practice• A focus on womens’ health would be desirableContact: Email your CV and expression of interest letter to: [email protected]
EEN sought for Hope Island practiceHope Island General Practice is an established clinic. We are rapidly expanding and seek a reliable and caring EEN to help care for our patients in all aspects of practice nursing and be available to do reception duties as required. The current position is casual and must be able to work weekends.Contact: [email protected] or by phoning 07 5514 1616 to speak with Margaret C or Tony.
Registered Nurse Required at Varsity LakesA registered nurse is sought at a busy medical precinct in Varsity Lakes.The ideal candidate will be able to:• assist in routine excisions, biopsies, papsmears, mirena insertions and cryotherapy• do immunisations, careplans, Ecg, audiometry and spirometry, recalls and reminders follow-up, regular sterilising equipment and checking stockContact: Meena at Gold Coast Medical Precinct by emailing: [email protected] or phoning 0470 210 716.
GP sought at MudgeerabaA General Practitioner is required at a busy Mudgeereba practice. Rooms are available in a modern, well equipped, fully computerised practice with good admin and nurse support. The ideal candidate needs to be from the central Gold Coast area with an established patient base.Contact: Dr Vaughan Miller by emailing: [email protected] or phoning 07 5569 2111.
VR GP at Tweed CoastA medical centre on the southern end of the Gold Coast is looking for a vocationally registered general practitioner. They are offering the right person:• 18 months' DWS• excellent remuneration• supportive team• busy accredited practice environment• flexible work hoursContact: Send your resume to [email protected]
Level 1, 14 Edgewater Court, Robina 4226 | PO Box 3576 Robina Town Centre Qld 4230P: 07 5635 2455 | F: 07 5635 2466 | E: [email protected] | www.healthygc.com.au Editorial deadline: April 15 2016
Gold Coast Primary Health Network gratefully acknowledges the financial and other support from the Australian Government Department of Health
What’s OnGold Coast Primary Health Network does not endorse any events listed below, that are provided by external agencies. Details are provided for information to practices and patients. Full details available at www.healthygc.com.au/events
www.healthygc.com.au/events
While the Australian Government Department of Health has contributed to the funding of this material, the information contained in it does not necessarily reflect the views of the Australian Government and is not advice that is provided, or information that is endorsed, by the Australian Government. The Australian Government is not responsible in negligence or otherwise for any injury, loss or damage however arising from the use of or reliance on the information provided herein.
PLEASE NOTEEvents organised by Gold Coast Primary Health Network (GCPHN) for practices are highlighted in the blue boxes. Visit: www.healthygc.com.au/Events/Education-and-Training.aspx
April 5 2016Mental Illness Fellowship Queensland MI Cafe Social Gathering
April 6 2016My Career Mental Health Practitioner National Conference
April 7 2016The Accidental Counsellor Workshop - Canungra
April 8 2016 Professional Development for Mental Health Sector: Impacts of Violence on Young People
April 12 2016GCPHN Prevention and Management of Influenza in Residential Aged Care FacilitiesGPs, Residential Care Facility Managers and senior nursing staff, Integrated Care Managers and Nursing Agency Management
Ending Domestic and Family Violence Conference: Overcoming Challenges Silos and Gaps
Mental Illness Fellowship Queensland MI Cafe Social Gathering, Palm Beach
April 19 2016Queensland Aged and Disability Advocacy Guardianship Workshop
Free NDIS Aged Care Interface Information Session
Mental Illness Fellowship Queensland MI Cafe Social Gathering
April 20 2016GCPHN Childcare Immunisation ForumChildcare centre staff
Edens Kitchen 100 per cent Plant Based Cooking Demonstrations
April 22 2016Body Mind Spirit Connection Understanding My Stress Workshop
April 26 2016Mental Illness Fellowship Queensland MI Cafe Social Gathering
April 27 2016e-Seminar: Management Strategies to Assist with Swallowing Difficulties for People with Dementia
April 28 2016Practical Interventions for Adult and Child ADHD
April 29 2016Latest in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Diagnosis and Management Active Learning Module
Best Evidence-Based Techniques for Managing Procrastination, Willpower, Self-Regulation and Productivity
April 13 2016Australian Winter School AOD Workshop
Improving My Alcohol and Other Drug Knowledge Training Session
April 14 2016GCPHN Prevention and Management of Influenza in Residential Aged Care FacilitiesGPs, Residential Care Facility Managers and senior nursing staff, Integrated Care Managers and Nursing Agency Management
AMA Queensland Transitioning to Private Practice Free Seminar
e-Seminar: Autonomy vs Experience vs Workforce Pressures
Tuning Into Kids - Parenting Programs
April 15 2016Addressing Environmental Determinants of Health (iDEA) - GPs Conference 2016
April 18 2016Creating a Generational Change Towards Bullying: Principle and Practice
April 19 2016GCPHN Immunisation "Back to Basics" WorkshopStaff and nurses new to general practice with immunisation responsibilities
Domestic Violence Summit 2016
