Dr. Patrick Campisi on being RWAV Employed GP Locum
Recently, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Patrick Campisi an RWAV-employed GP locum, currently residing in Robinvale, a beautiful town located an hour away from Mildura in the …
Recently, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Patrick Campisi an RWAV-employed GP locum, currently residing in Robinvale, a beautiful town located an hour away from Mildura in the …
The Victorian Rural Health Workforce (RHW) Census, led by the Rural Workforce Agency Victoria (RWAV), is a key initiative designed …
RWAV will be conducting a state-wide virtual meeting at the beginning of September to engage with relevant health workforce groups across the Murray, Gippsland and Western Victoria regions. This meeting …
The RWAV Chronic Pain Management Program has commenced in the areas of Hindmarsh and Yarriambiack in Western Victoria. Over the last few months the following activities have been undertaken to …
Q&A with Provisional Psychologist, Tammy Barber from Horsham When Tammy first started her internship as a provisional psychologist in 2019, there were limited grants available to help ease the financial …
In the last financial year, RWAV is proud to have supported over 600 rural health professionals to access grants for their career development. This means that over 100 regional, rural …
RWAV has an opportunity for psychologists who are keen to make a difference in communities that are currently under serviced for psychological treatment in chronic pain and opioid dependence. As …
It is the end of the financial year and that means it is almost time for new grants and scholarships to be released for 20/21! Professional development is an important …
In December last year, Richard Shaules and his family packed up their home in Tasmania and made the move to Warracknabeal to start a new role as a social worker …
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how country Victorian health practices have had to operate. To find out the impact and details of the changes in the industry RWAV conducted a …
RWAV has been granted funding from the Commonwealth Department of Health to administer a Chronic Pain Management Program through the Rural Health Outreach Fund (RHOF) Program. On consultation with numerous health …
The Look Out Project has come to an end, and we want to say a big thank you to all who were involved. Since commencing in June 2019, the Indigenous …
Funding for the Eye and Ear Surgical Support Services (EESSS) will reopen on 1 July 2020. The EESSS was established to reduce the impact of chronic eye and ear conditions …
We’ve been quietly working away on making a new MyRWAV portal for our service providers which will launch in January 2021. It will enable a more streamlined submission of claims …
In conjunction with the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO), the Australian College of Optometry (ACO) and Murray, Gippsland and Western Victoria Primary Health Networks (PHNs), RWAV is reinstating …
Cultural safety training is an integral part of ensuring that clinicians are providing culturally safe and appropriate care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients. Undertaking the training will help …
For doctors on the More Doctors for Rural Australia Program (MDRAP), we have additional information about the MDRAP Support Package. RWAV is currently in discussion with the Commonwealth Department of …
Bushfire affected communities in rural Victoria have been particularly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, due to significant travel restrictions occurring a mere few months after the devastating 2019-20 summer bushfires. …
To support doctors responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of Health has announced a number of short-term measures to waive or streamline Medicare provider number requirements. Victorian doctors on …
Georgia is a recent occupational therapy graduate from Adelaide. Keen to experience a change of scenery after graduation, she contacted RWAV to pursue an opportunity that would take her to …
Georgia Maroske is a third year medicine student at Monash University and a John Flynn Placement Program Scholar. Hear what she has to say about her placement experience in Wangaratta.
We are living through extraordinary times. The impact of COVID-19 has reached every corner of Victoria, Australia, and the world. We are all dealing with a new way of living …
We are living through extraordinary times. In a year that saw country Victorians face devastating bush-fires and the long-term effects of drought, we are now coping with the effects of …
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Rural Workforce Agency Victoria (RWAV) is a not-for-profit government funded organisation improving health care for rural, regional and Aboriginal communities in Victoria.
RWAV provides a range of activities and support to improve the recruitment and retention of health professionals to rural and regional Victoria.
RWAV acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Victoria. We pay our respects to Elders, past and present.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples should be aware that this website may contain images, voices and names of deceased persons.
Snezana is a Human Resources leader with more than 15 years of experience in management, playing a pivotal role in driving team transformations across diverse industries, including FMCG, automotive, government, and non-profit sectors.
With a curiosity for business and its associated complexities, Snezana fosters collaborative partnerships to cultivate a highly motivated workforce that effectively executes strategic plans.
Msc (Fin), FCCA, FGIA, CA
Shay brings over 20 years of financial
management experience in commercial and not-for-profit organizations. He has a
rich and varied experience in multiple finance and leadership roles in the
United Kingdom and Australia, including CFO, GM Finance & IT, Commercial
Manager Operations, Finance Manager and Accountant.
His extensive leadership experience is
augmented by an FGIA, FCCA, CA, a Masters in Finance and an undergraduate degree in
accounting and finance.
RN, GradDip(Health Promotion), PRINCE2, Mini MBA
Kate is a Registered Nurse highly experienced in health promotion and project management. Her people and program management skills enable her to be agile and adaptable while maintaining an outcomes focus on improving quality access to primary healthcare.
Kateâs extensive experience working with all levels of government, the community and stakeholders across the sector have provided her with insights into the challenges rural communities and health professionals face. Kate has led the design and delivery of many innovative and strategic health promotion and grants programs, supporting better access to health services, health information and activities across communities. Whilst at RWAV, Kate has led the transformation of the RWAV grants program, enhanced the administration of a number of programs and developed the RWAV allied health portfolio. She has also led the development of the RWAV research program of activities.
Having worked at RWAV since 2020, Kate will continue positively influencing the rural healthcare workforce and access to services.
Social Work (BA Hons), DipSW
With a background in social work and a proven record in recruitment, project management, and business development, Jo brings strategic leadership and a wealth of experience in driving positive outcomes within the health, human services, and State Government sectors.
Jo specialises in managing health professional recruitment and outreach programs, including the More Doctors for Rural Australia and 3GA programs. Her focus is on implementing innovative workforce strategies and clinical governance to bolster RWAV’s mission of enhancing healthcare accessibility in rural and regional Victoria.
Having previously excelled at RWAV, Jo spearheaded successful internal change initiatives while fostering strong relationships with external stakeholders. Her efforts consistently align with RWAV’s strategic direction, ensuring a cohesive approach to driving impactful change.
Beyond her professional expertise, Jo’s passion lies in uniting communities and championing positive transformations in rural healthcare in Victoria.
Martin is a governance professional and lawyer with experience in private practice and in-house legal roles. He has been a company secretary for public and private sector organisations across a range of industries including VicTrack, Regis Healthcare Limited and Dairy Australia Limited. He holds Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Commerce degrees from the University of Melbourne, a Graduate Diploma in Applied Corporate Governance from the Governance Institute of Australia (GIA) and is a fellow of the GIA.
With a rich background of consulting and in-house people and culture roles with the corporate, government and community sectors, Andrea is responsible for leading the implementation of RWAVâs People and Culture strategy, policies, processes, functions and team.
Andrea has significant experience in leading teams across culture, capability, diversity, equity, leadership, organisational development and learning programs as well as core human resources partnering.
With a strong focus on building and maintaining psychologically safe organisations, Andreaâs team is dedicated to ensuring that RWAV is a place where people can work well and be well at work.
B Comm MPP EdD DipEd MAICD
Rosemary has had a varied career as an academic teaching economics, public policy and industrial relations, and as a consultant, advocate, health union official and as a director.
She brings strong governance and strategic skills to the Board, as well as knowledge and depth of experience in health policy, economics and investment.
Rosemary was a Director of Aware Super for nine years, and Chair of the Investment Committee for three years. She was also a member of the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee, the Governance Committee and the REM and HR Committee. Rosemary is currently a member of the Investment Committee of Cbus.
She was the Secretary of the Victorian Psychologists Association Inc for 20 years and knows first-hand the difficulties in attracting and retaining health professionals in rural and regional Victoria.
Dr Louise Manning is a rural GP Obstetrics trainee practising in Central Victoria where she delivers general practice, obstetric and sexual health services. Growing up in a small town she has lived experience of the difficulties accessing healthcare in rural and regional areas, and is dedicated to advocating for equitable health outcomes regardless of geography.
Louise is also a Board Director of the Rural Doctors’ Association of Victoria.
BAppSci GradDipBus MBus GAICD FIML
John Biviano is an experienced senior executive who has held many senior roles in government (Health Dept) and also in professional associations related to healthcare. Until recently, John was the CEO of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, where he oversaw the digitisation of a range of Member offerings, including aspects of training.Â
BA (Politics/Philosophy) BEc GDipBus MBA GAICD FGIA
Roger is an accomplished CEO, Non-Executive Director and Chair with experience in the health, human services, law enforcement, education, transport, and environmental industries â across private, public sector and not-for-profit organisations
.He brings strong governance experience, commercial acumen, risk management and strategy skills combined with a passion for innovation and business development having also been Chair of numerous Finance, Audit, Risk, Investment and Community Advisory Committees.
BMBS MBA FRACP FRACMA FAICD FIML
Assoc Prof Phelps has practiced as a Gastroenterologist and Acute Physician in regional Victoria for more than 20 years.
He trained in safety and quality at Dr Brent Jamesâ Institute at Intermountain Healthcare in the US and has held management and leadership roles in Victoria and Tasmania. More recently he completed a two-year project as Director of Clinical Governance for Central Adelaide Local Health Network.
Grant currently works as an independent consultant providing advice to hospitals and organisations on clinical leadership and safety and quality
LLB BSc MMgt (Strategic Foresight) GAICD
As a lawyer and business consultant Jane has worked with company boards and senior management across a range of areas including IP commercialisation, internet-based businesses, healthcare products/services, privacy and data/IT security. Jane is currently general counsel for .id Consulting â population demographers, economists and forecasters.
Jane served as a director of BreastScreen Victoria for 10 years, is a current director of Ballarat Health Services and chairs RWAVâs Governance Committee.
BMed MMedSci FRACGP FARGP FACRRM DipPractDerm DipMedHyp DipFP DipBusAdmin GAICD
Assoc Prof Rawlin is an experienced General Practitioner and medical educator. He is currently in clinical general practice in suburban Melbourne and previously practiced in rural Victoria for 10 years.
Assoc Prof Rawlin is Chair of the General Practice Mental Health Standards Collaborative and a past Chair of the Mental Health Professionals Association and is a board member of the Mental Health Professionals Network. He is also the Medical Director of the Royal Flying Doctor Service in Victoria.
He is a member of the RACGP Victoria Council.
CPA
Albert Giorgini is the Senior Advisor to CEO at RWAV.
As an experienced finance executive, with an extensive career in public transport and in the automotive and industrial gas sectors, Albert has honed his skills in driving financial performance improvements with a commercial and business transformation focus.
Through his strategic financial skills, Albert has demonstrated an exceptional capacity to lead and develop large teams in complex and changing environments to achieve the financial and regulatory requirements of the business. His extensive experience has given him a deep understanding of the industry and its challenges, equipping him with the expertise to drive impactful change.
Albert has highly developed communication and stakeholder management skills to support his strong planning, analytical and financial performance improvement acumen, always striving to create innovative solutions that drive growth and success.
BBus(HRM)
Lauren commenced in the role of Manager People and Culture in August 2018 and is responsible for leading the implementation of RWAVâs People and Culture strategy, policies, processes, functions and team.
Laurenâs team is committed to implementing activities and initiatives to support the achievement of RWAVâs strategies and strengthen RWAVâs position as an âEmployer of Choiceâ.
Lauren is an experienced Manager and HR professional, with a career spanning the professional services, automotive, defence, and not-for-profit sectors.
Chief Executive Officer
BHlthSci(Hons) MPH PostGradDipMgt GAICD AFCHSM
Lauren Cordwell is the Chief Executive Officer at RWAV. Lauren has been an integral part of the RWAV team since 2018, demonstrating a remarkable strategic vision to improve access to health care in rural Victoria. As an experienced senior executive and health policy analyst, she is committed to finding practical solutions to address the challenges preventing communities in rural Australia from accessing affordable and safe healthcare. For over 20 years, Lauren has designed and implemented innovative programs with communities, health professionals and government agencies that continue to have a lasting benefit. Many of these programs relate to primary healthcare, general practice, workforce, First Peopleâs health and community engagement.Â