NSW Health is calling for expressions of interest for frontline health workers and support staff through a dedicated online portal as part of its response to the COVID-19 crisis.
Executive Director for Workforce Planning and Talent Development at NSW Health, Richard Griffiths said the portal allowed companies and individuals to register their skills for potential positions ahead of expected demand across the healthcare system.
“This portal has been designed as a landing page for people to make themselves known to the health system,” Mr Griffiths said.
“It’s also a place for organisations to register their staff with appropriate skills who might be stood down during the COVID-19 pandemic,” he said.
“Whether you are a qualified healthcare worker or have relevant non-clinical skills, you can provide vital support to our system and bolster our response to this crisis.”
Mr Griffiths said the portal would allow NSW Health to rapidly process multiple applications to screen people, agencies and companies for work opportunities.
“Some organisations have already taken the opportunity to nominate staff for re-deployment in the health space after their roles were impacted by COVID-19,” he said.
Mr Griffiths said 29 staff from the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care had commenced their orientation with the Contact Tracing Team this week.
“In addition, 25 employees from other NSW Government agencies have already been deployed in the Contact Tracing Team, while another 15 staff will assist with the Ministry of Health phone inquiry line,” he said.
The online portal landing page can be accessed at the NSW website at this PS News link.
