31 Jul 2019
Closing date: Thursday 12 September 2019
CheckUP is providing a health consumer representative with a unique opportunity to participate on an Advisory Group for the Primary Care – Genomics for GPs Initiative (the Initiative).
CheckUP is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to better health for people and communities who need it most.
CheckUP has been funded by
Queensland Genomics to undertake a Primary Care – Genomics for GPs Initiative. The overall aim of the initiative to is ensure the General Practice workforce can incorporate genomics into everyday healthcare by confidently and accurately using genomic information in clinical decision making. CheckUP will work in partnership with Queensland Genomics, Queensland Primary Healthcare Network’s, The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and a Genomics Primary Care Advisory Group to develop a GP engagement strategy, develop RACGP accredited education modules and deliver 6 workshops across Queensland that specifically target General Practitioners. Having a consumer involved in this process will be an integral role to inform and input into this initiative.
Consumers accessing genetic testing themselves online or via research studies or specialist services is becoming increasingly common. Primary care will be the first port of call for people who have received results concerning themselves or their relatives. Improvements in genomics education are needed to prepare primary care providers for the impact of ongoing rapid advances in genomics.
What is Genomics?
Genomics studies the unique genetic make-up of individuals and is set to revolutionise healthcare. It will lead to better prevention, prediction and diagnosis of disease, and improved treatment, management and cures. Genomics is an important emerging field in medicine that have increasing relevance and impact in general practice. Genomics plays a role in many conditions seen in primary care everyday including rare diseases and chronic conditions such as cancer and diabetes.
Purpose
The key purpose of the Genomics Primary Care Advisory Group is to provide advice on the implementation of the GP engagement strategy and the content of the education modules.
The Advisory Group will:
- Provide advice and feedback on the education modules developed for GPs.
- Provide advice on the roll-out of the GP training workshops.
- Review and provide feedback on the GP Engagement Strategy.
- Put forward ideas and proposals to further support the integration of Genomics in General Practice in the future.
- Provide advice to Queensland Genomics Project Steering Group as required.
Membership of the Advisory Group will include representation from:
- Queensland Genomics
- CheckUP
- General Practice
- Consumer Representative– Provided by Health Consumers Queensland
- Relevant Primary Health Networks
- Relevant Divisions of General Practice
- Other representatives as determined by Queensland Genomics
Role of the Consumer
The consumer representative on the Genomics Primary Care Advisory Group have the key role of adding the consumer/patient perspective to the project. It is important that GPs have an understanding of genomics from a patient perspective so that genomic information is appropriately used in clinical decision making, that informs the consumer.
The successful applicant is required to attend all Advisory Group meetings and to actively participate in all activities such as pre-meeting reading, discussions, provision of feedback and advice.
Who is this for?
This opportunity would suit a consumer representative with at least 6 months’ committee experience, either at the Hospital and Health Service, or Statewide level. An understanding of genomics would be ideal for the consumer representative. However, a consumer with an interest would also be suitable as CheckUP will ensure consumers receive the appropriate support to feel confident contributing to the project.
Time and location
Advisory Group members are asked to attend/participate in up to three meetings which will be held quarterly. The first meeting will take place in late September 2019 (date to be confirmed) with additional meeting dates to be scheduled. Advisory Group meetings will be held at CheckUP, Level 2/36, Russell Street, South Brisbane. A face to face meeting opportunity is available and travel costs will be covered for consumers who are based outside Brisbane. However, there is also an option to dial in via teleconference, if preferred.
Remuneration and support
Consumer representatives will be remunerated at $187.50 per meeting which includes pre-reading, travel time, expenses, and parking as well as travel costs. Morning/afternoon tea or lunch will be provided at the meetings.
Successful applicants will be given a background briefing via phone prior to the first meeting and will be supported by the CheckUP Business Coordinator should they require additional information and/or support to link with other group members.
How To Apply
Please complete this consumer application form and return to [email protected] by Thursday 12th September 2019.
For assistance please contact Health Consumers Queensland via [email protected] or by phone on 07 3012 9090.
For queries relating to the Genomics Primary Care Advisory Group please call Sabrina Kerr, Business Coordinator Tuesday- Wednesday on 07 3105 8309 or [email protected].
*** We request that completed Expressions of Interest are sent only to Health Consumers Queensland **
26 Jul 2019
Closing date: COB Thursday 1 August 2019
Transformation Team, Rapid Results Program, Office of the Director-General
The Department of Health is providing a health consumer representative a unique opportunity to participate on the Steering Committee for the Future of healthcare in Queensland project.
The Office of the Director-General is recruiting a consumer representative for the Rapid Results Program Delivery Board (RRPDB).
Following consultation with stakeholders in 2018, the Honourable Steven Miles MP, Minister for Health and Minister for Ambulance Services, challenged Queensland Health to implement system-wide transformation that focuses on healthcare prevention and delivering a better public health system for all. This resulted in the development of the Rapid Results Program.
Purpose
The RRPDB is the overarching governance structure for the Rapid Results Program, providing strategic leadership to ensure projects and the overall Rapid Results Program achieve the best outcomes for consumers, clinicians and the system. RRPDB is also a forum to discuss and problem solve system-wide risks and opportunities to inform the Rapid Results Program and is responsible for ensuring the consistency and integrity of a rapid results approach across the Program.
Role of the consumer
The role of the consumer or carer representative is to provide information, feedback and direct advice to inform decisions and to provide feedback to influence future solutions.
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26 Jul 2019
Closing date: 1pm 1 August 2019
About the project
Health Consumers Queensland is offering consumers and carers the opportunity to facilitate consultation with their local community for the Future of healthcare in Queensland project.
The Department of Health is currently collaborating with the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation’s (CSIRO) to undertake the Future of healthcare in Queensland project. This is an exciting project that will help shape a view about what healthcare could look like in the future, out to the year 2040. The project is based on CSIRO’s own research methods and talking with a wide group of people across Queensland.
This is a unique opportunity for health consumers and carers to lead consultation and ensure the voice and vision of the wider community is incorporated into the project outcomes.
About Kitchen Table Discussions
Kitchen Table Discussions are community engagement sessions led by local people for local people. They allow individuals and small groups to participate in discussions at a time of day, and in a place, that suits them. The discussions enable health consumers, carers and community members who do not ordinarily participate in healthcare consultation to have their say in a safe and supportive environment.
Each Kitchen Table Discussion will be led by a Consumer Host with a strong community network to invite them to a discussion in a location of their choosing. The Host guides the discussion with a set of questions provided to them, and reports back the outcomes to Health Consumers Queensland. (more…)
19 Jul 2019
Closing date: COB 25 July 2019
Queensland Department of Health and CSIRO
The Department of Health is providing a health consumer representative a unique opportunity to participate on the Steering Committee for the Future of healthcare in Queensland project.
The Department of Health is currently collaborating with the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation’s (CSIRO) to undertake the Future of healthcare in Queensland project. This is an exciting research project that will look at megatrends, risks and future scenarios to 2040 to inform Queensland Health’s policy, planning and strategic decision making in the future.
Purpose
- The purpose of the Steering Committee is to oversee and guide the project, which is being led by the CSIRO.
- The Steering Committee consists of six other Queensland Government executives, scientific researchers and the Board Chair of Health Consumers Queensland.
- The Terms of Reference, project plan and supporting papers, will be provided to the successful applicant before the inaugural Steering Committee meeting.
- Department of Health staff are also available to meet with the consumer prior to the meetings to discuss the project progress and Steering Committee agenda.
Role of the consumer
The role of the successful applicant will be to attend all Steering Committee meetings and to actively participate in all Steering Committee activities such as pre-meeting reading, discussions, provision of feedback and advice. (more…)
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