Collaborative Practice Educator

Role type: 0.4 FTE, CRC role, Fixed Term until June 2028 (2 x positions available)
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences
Department/ School: Department of Paediatrics
Salary:

Level B $124,656 to $148,023 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% super OR

Level C $152,695.00 - $176,065.00 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% super 

• Shape future healthcare leaders / Collaborate across leading institutions / Foster interprofessional practice and innovation
• Apply now to drive educational excellence and transform healthcare practice at the Royal Children’s Hospital.

• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.  

In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2, the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs, and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to Fixed-Term or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective, all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered - ahead of external recruitment.

The University of Melbourne  
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. 

Your next career opportunity  

As a Collaborative Practice Educator at the Melbourne Children's Campus, you will have the opportunity to design, implement, and evaluate high-quality educational programs for healthcare professionals. You will collaborate with educators and stakeholders to foster interprofessional learning, promote leadership, and enhance communication skills, ultimately contributing to the creation of a Learning Health System. Your role will be pivotal in shaping the future of healthcare education and practice.

Your responsibilities will include:  

• Lead Innovative Teaching and Learning: Develop and facilitate engaging, evidence-based education tailored to campus staff needs, including interprofessional learning, leadership, and communication.
• Collaborate and Engage: Partner with campus leadership and educators to align education initiatives with organisational goals and promote a Learning Health System.
• Evaluate and Improve Educational Outcomes: Collect feedback, assess programme impacts, and implement improvements to enhance learning outcomes.
• Support Research and Knowledge Transfer: Undertake educational research and utilise multimedia applications to deliver education and knowledge transfer.

You may be a great fit if:  

You will be a creative and adaptable educator with a strong background in healthcare education, capable of engaging diverse audiences and driving innovative solutions in dynamic environments.

You may also:  

• Have a relevant tertiary qualification in education, healthcare, or a related field.
• Possess strong facilitation skills and experience in delivering interactive education activities.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have a solid understanding of interprofessional collaboration and education needs within healthcare.
• Be highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple education initiatives effectively.

What we offer you!  
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:  

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being  

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance  

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance  

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program  

For more information check out our benefits page!  

Your new team – Department of Paediatrics

https://medicine.unimelb.edu.au/school-structure/paediatrics

The Department of Paediatrics is the flagship representative of the University’s partnership with the Royal Children’s Hospital and is co-located with the hospital on Flemington Road, Parkville. 

The Department of Paediatrics is a large department within the School of Medicine. The Department has responsibility for the Child & Adolescent Health component of the Doctor of Medicine course of the School.  There are 90 academic and professional staff, 488 honorary academic staff, and more than 150 students who are enrolled to pursue research degrees from Honours, Masters and PhD.  Approximately 220 students rotate throughout the year undertaking the CAH clinical studies, and a further 60 students undertake research in the MD Research Project component of the MD course.   In 2021, the total research income for the Department was over $5.86 million (with a further $46 million directed via our research partner Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI), and members of the Department published 1126 peer-reviewed publications in 2022.

Be Yourself  
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. 

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. 

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants  
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.  
    
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected] for further information and support.    

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. 

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. 

 
Join Us and unlock your career potential!  
If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:  

• Resume  

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience  

• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)  

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs. 

For recruitment queries, email Kate Vasconcelos at [email protected]. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. 

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. 

Applications close: 10th February at 11.55 PM (Melbourne time)

Position Description: 

 JR-008671 - Collaborative Practice Educator PD (Accessible Word Document).docx

JR-008671 - Collaborative Practice Educator PD.pdf