No Images? Click here What's happeningAnnual ReviewAll services funded through the Rural Health Outreach Fund (RHOF), Medical Outreach Indigenous Chronic Disease Program (MOICDP), Visiting Optometrists Scheme (VOS) and the Eye and Ear Surgical Support Service (EESS) will be reviewed in February and March 2018. Service providers and host facilities may be contacted by a member of the team to discuss the service level and model. This will inform the number of visits proposed for the 2018 - 2019 financial year, with endorsement sought from respective Regional Working Groups, the State-Wide Advisory Forum and Australian Government Department of Health. A new Payment Schedule A 2018 - 2019 for RHOF, MOICDP, VOS and EESS will be issued to current service providers June 2018. For more information email the team or telephone 08 6389 4500. Healthy Ears – Better Hearing, Better Listening beyond 30 June 2018Rural Health West is awaiting notification from the Australian Government Department of Health regarding our role as Fundholders of the Healthy Ears - Better Hearing, Better Listening program from 1 July 2018. The team will keep all providers up to date with any news through our e-bulletin and targeted communications. Service visit dates and reportingIn preparation for the annual review, please add remaining visit dates and any outstanding Service Activity Reports to the Outreach Management System as soon as possible . This will ensure service information is up-to-date. Last chance to nominate a specialist for an award!Do you know of an outstanding doctor who deserves to be recognised for their hard work? Nominate them for a WA Country Doctors’ Award! The WA Country Doctors’ Awards are presented by Rural Health West and the WA Country Health Service. Nominations close Friday 9 February 2018. Outreach vacanciesNurse practitioner If you would like to express your interest and for more information, please email Judy Rothacker, Audiology Admin Coordinator or phone 08 9387 9878. Physician – cardiology to the Wheatbelt Registered Nurse – cardiology to the Wheatbelt For more information or to express your interest in these positions, please email Regina Michel-Huessy or telephone (08) 9621 0726. Our FREE 2018 calendar is ready to order!Every year we produce a calendar featuring the top twelve images from our Annual Photography Competition. This compact calendar is the perfect size for placing on a desk, has two monthly viewing options and the vibrant images showcase scenes from across rural WA. If you would like to receive a FREE 2018 calendar, please email the Marketing team or phone (08) 6389 4500 to place your order. We will mail the calendar(s) to you free-of-charge. Annual Conference – Registrations now open!24 to 25 March 2018 | Hyatt Regency Perth Registrations are open for our largest conference of the year! This year's theme, breaking down the barriers in the bush – mental healthcare for our rural communities , is an opportunity for rural medical and health practitioners to hear from mental health leaders and advocates about the latest services and treatments, share their personal insights, and enhance their skills and abilities to successfully care for patients with mental health issues. The Outreach programs are delivered by Rural Health West on behalf of the Australian Government Department of Health. |