2024 John Deeble Lecture and Panel Discussion

MedicalJobsAustralia.com’s Job Market Update brings you the latest health and medical job vacancy statistics and workforce trends in Australia.

Recent government statistics show a decline of over 45,000 workers in residential aged care between 2020 and 2023, with a 42% drop in allied health professionals and fewer FTE nursing and personal care staff, while subcontractor use rose. Without mandatory targets for allied health services, many have moved to the growing home care sector, which has seen increased numbers of allied health professionals, FTE staff, and casual/fixed-term positions.

Mater Education is hosting a Diploma of Nursing Webinar on September 3, 2024, from 6 pm to 7 pm. The event will cover studying nursing in Brisbane, Springfield, or Townsville, with insights from expert educators, details on fee-free study opportunities for October 2024, and information on work experience placements. Participants can also learn about the eligibility criteria, application process, and ask questions during a live Q&A. Register here.

The Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP) has issued new guidance on using AI scribes, which can help doctors by transcribing consultations in real-time, thus reducing administrative burdens. While these tools can enhance efficiency and accuracy in medical records, concerns exist around data privacy, security, and the potential for AI errors. AI scribes have good potential, but careful consideration is needed to integrate them effectively into health care practices.