Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
We provide safe andequitablecare, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leadingexpertiseand over 175 years of experience.
As a leading academic health service,we'recommitted to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research,teachingand training into everyday practice.
Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
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About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to protecting and improvinghealthof communities across south-east Melbourne. As aPublic Health Officer (PHO)within the Communicable Disease Prevention and Control team, you will play a key role in preventing,detectingand responding to communicable disease incidents and outbreaks within the SEPHU catchment.
In this role you will:
- Conduct case interviews, contacttracingand outbreak investigations for conditions notifiable under thePublic Health and Wellbeing Act 2008
- Providetimelyandaccuratepublic health advice and recommendations under the direction of Public Health and Infectious Disease Physicians
- Identifylinks in disease transmission, assess risk and support individuals and facilities with tailored public health guidance
- Work collaboratively with internal teams, local councils, health services, communityorganisationsand other Local Public Health Units to coordinate responses
About You
You are a dedicated and adaptable public health professional who brings sound judgement and strong communication skills. You will bring:
- A tertiary qualification in environmental health, publichealthor a related discipline
- Eligibility to be appointed as anAuthorisedOfficer under the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008
- At least three years of experience in public health, communicable diseasemanagementor a related field
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver clear, culturallyappropriate public health advice
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Skills in critical thinking,problem-solvingand applying evidence to guide public health decisions
- Experience contributing to or leading quality improvement or research initiatives
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Aleisha Cowie, Team Leader on 0448 184 ***.
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We areFullHearted, OpenMindedandAllIn,enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness,equityand diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
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Public Health Officer - SEPHU employer: Monash Health
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