Public Sector Updates – South

Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH)

Wellington/Liverpool Clinics

The ANMF, having conducted extensive consultation with affected members, has submitted feedback to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) regarding the change proposal for relocation of outpatient clinic services from the Wellington Centre to Liverpool Clinics. A response has been requested by no later than COB Friday 5 May 2023. The ANMF understand that all staff have been provided with additional information regarding the change including an updated Code Red (fire emergency) plan and associated training. Members are encouraged to raise any additional concerns on this specific aspect of the change with their direct managers.

Trauma and Acute Surgical Unit (Ward 6A)

The ANMF, having undertaken consultation with members, has written to the THS informing that no feedback had been received regarding the proposal for conversion of Full Time Equivalent (FTE) on Ward 6A Trauma and Acute Surgical Unit (TASU). It is expected the change will progress as outlined in the change proposal document.

Repatriation Centre

Peacock 1

The ANMF has written to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) requesting information regarding the status of the ongoing workload and staffing grievance for Peacock 1, Repatriation Centre. A response has been pledged by close of business Monday 1 May 2023. All significant and relevant information will be forwarded to members for review as soon as possible.

Draft Business Case

The ANMF has been informed of a draft business case being progressed by the THS for the implementation of orderlies on-site at the Repatriation Centre. Although many of the details of this plan are yet to be finalised, it is understood that consultation in various forms has begun with relevant Repatriation Centre staff/stakeholders. Whilst a formal change proposal would be anticipated sometime in the future, members are welcome to submit their ongoing feedback regarding this plan via email to MemberSupport@anmftas.org.au.

Updates correct as at 3 May 2023.
Authorised by Emily Shepherd, ANMF Tasmanian Branch Secretary

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