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Geelong

Responsible for providing operational and strategic leadership of the TAC's clinical advisory services (Panel) and broader team. The Clinical Panel comprises a diverse pool of ~80 clinicians across a range of medical, allied health and disability disciplines. The primary role of clinicians is to provide clinical advice and guidance to claims staff and treating practitioners in support of TAC client access to high-value, evidence informed healthcare, and realisation of best possible outcomes.

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

The primary purpose of this position was to lead the delivery of integrated MHAOD andPrimary Care health services and build strong strategic partnerships to expand futureservices to meet the needs of vulnerable young people in Brisbane. Led a dedicated multi-disciplinary team providing evidence-based psycho-social, mental health and alcohol and other drug interventions, and qualityfocussed clinical medical services for vulnerable young people. Actively supported BYS’s clinical governance activities including ongoing development of clinical governance frameworks and processes to support the achievement of high quality, safe care. Oversaw the delivery of centre based, group and mobile support services.

Melbourne, Australia

Working across AMP’s Claims business, responsible for overseeing the internal Senior Medical Officer (SMO) panel, and ensuring they meet the demands of Case Managers by delivering timely and consistent medical opinions. Developed and refined the supplier frameworks, as well as nurturing the relationships for 50+ panel contractors that deliver a range of rehabilitation and support services that help our customers to live their best lives.

Melbourne, Australia

Aligned within the Strategy & Manage (Retail) claims (IP) division, positioned in the leadership group to provide a high level of recovery service, rehabilitation coordination, return to work management advice, and coaching for Case Managers. Responsible for devising, developing, and leading mental health training initiatives in collaboration with our L&D and senior team members.

Bristol, United Kingdom

Provided specialist psychological injury assessment and rehabilitation planning for clients representing insurance, telecommunications, and retail industries predominantly. I immediately assumed the responsibility of Clinical Lead for one of the OH division's largest clients, Telefonica UK. Through improved assessment quality, OH Team development, and QA processes, particularly in my initial quarter, and then ongoing, I assisted heavily in ensuring a continued and strong relationship with this client.

Hawthorn, Melbourne, Australia

Nabenet is a leading provider of injury management and occupational rehabilitation services to workers and employers across Victoria and South Australia, comprising over 100 staff. Reporting directly to the General Manager with direct line management responsibility of a rapidly growing and dispersed team of up to 12 allied health professionals and vocational advisors. I drove my team to consistently achieve monthly placement and revenue targets; assessed workforce skills and identified training requirements; designed and developed training programmes to enhance the knowledge, skill, and behaviour of the Vocational Consultant team.

London, United Kingdom

Catastrophic injury management, rehabilitation, return-to-work planning, and vocational counselling.My involvement at UK-based ORP, HCML, required end-to-end case-management of individuals over a longer term, who had suffered catastrophic injuries. Based in Surrey, and covering the entire UK, I have developed strong home-based and work-site Initial Needs Assessment and ongoing case-management skills, incorporating comprehensive coordination of rehabilitative, social, and re-education services, in addition to associated financial budgeting, applications, and subsequent reviews.

Melbourne, Australia

Injury management, rehabilitation, return to work planning, and vocational counselling.I initially specialised in performing vocational assessments for individuals requiring vocational re-direction, including retraining recommendations and co-ordination. I also honed my psychological injury management skills, maintaining a case-load, comprised solely of clients with psychological injuries. My role as an Original Employer Services (OES) Consultant was to manage client’s safe return to work with their original employer, in accordance with their treating practitioner’s nominated instructions. This role required significant skill in facilitating mediation, clinical case conferencing, and return-to-work planning with a range of stakeholders, such as injured parties, treating health practitioners, employers, insurance companies, union and legal representatives.

Diploma Of Management, Business Administration And Management, General

Masters Of Organisational / Industrial Psychology, Industrial And Organisational Psychology

Bachelor Of Psychological Science (Honours), Psychology