A traditional, linear career path is characterised by clear, upward progression through a series of roles within an organisation or profession. This path typically involves moving up the corporate ladder, with success measured by external markers such as promotions and new titles. For those who seek to become experts in their field, traditional careers offer a structured route to deepen knowledge, refine skills, and take on leadership roles. Stability and long-term commitment are key features of this model.We explore this model though interviews with:Amy Turner, Senior Allied Health Stroke Coordinator and Deputy Manager Speech Pathology - North West Regional HospitalEmily Farquhar, Physiotherapy Clinical Lead and Outpatient Rehabilitation Team Leader - Launceston General HospitalFind more information about all of the career models we discuss in this series by visiting the Allied Health Workforce Development Framework SharePoint. There you’ll find practical advice for each model, as well as a quiz that can help you match your own career with one of the five models.
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Protean Career Model
Protean careers are self-directed, driven by personal values and goals rather than external rewards. Success is internally defined, based on personal satisfaction and alignment with one’s values. We explore this model though interviews with:Amelia Visintin, Breast Imaging Clinical Educator – BreastScreen Tasmania.Caitlin Cocker, Manager of Psychology Services – Hospitals North West.Tony Mendoza Diaz, Allied Health Research and Innovation Lead, and Clinical Psychologist – Child and Youth Mental Health ServiceFind more information about all of the career models we discuss in this series by visiting the Allied Health Workforce Development Framework SharePoint (only accessible to Department of Health employees). There you’ll find practical advice for each model, as well as a quiz that can help you match your own career with one of the five models.
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Samantha Bramich - Paediatric Sleep Technician
Sleep is a fundamental part of looking after ourselves. When we sleep well, we can improve our overall wellbeing, mood, and cognitive function. In this episode, Dorian Broomhall gets to know Samantha Bramich, a Paediatric Sleep Technician at the Launceston General Hospital. Sam shares fascinating insights into how little is known about sleep, despite it being such a significant part of our lives. She walks us through the structure of our sleep cycles, the benefits each stage provides, and how these cycles are influenced by our biological clock. Sam also explains the role of a Paediatric Sleep Technician and the types of conditions that can be identified through a sleep study. She also discusses the limitations of smart watches and sleep trackers. Sam shares some practical steps we can take throughout the day to set ourselves up for a good night’s rest, including for those who struggle to fall asleep.
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Dr John Lambert - Chief Clinical Information Officer
In this episode of the One Health Podcast, Dorian Broomhall from People and Culture gets to know Dr John Lambert, the Chief Clinical Information Officer (CCIO) for the Department of Health.During our conversation, John spoke about his passions for technology and medicine and how they have led him to his current CCIO role. He explains how that role varies across jurisdictions and describes acting as a universal translator between clinicians, technicians and executives.John speaks about dealing with uncertainty and the importance of being capable of making decisions even when we don’t possess all the information we’d like.He also explains how the Bluegum Health Transformation will revolutionise the future of Tasmanian healthcare by delivering statewide change supported by key digital solutions. He describes his consultative approach to this program and how this will ensure both human-centred design and effective change management.
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Peter Boyles - A/Director, Office of the Secretary
In this episode of the One Health Podcast, Dorian Broomhall from Culture & Wellbeing, gets to know Peter Boyles, the Acting Director of the Office of the Secretary. During our conversation, Peter speaks about how he came to pursue a career in pharmacy and the path he took to become Chief Pharmacist. Peter reflects on the challenging experience he had returning to Tasmania when the COVID-19 pandemic began, and on the work he was proud to be part of during this period. Peter speaks about embracing the opportunities that have come his way. He speak about always saying yes to new challenges and how this led him into stints as Acting Chief Executive of Public Health Services, Acting Chief Risk Officer, and ultimately to his current position as the Acting Director of the Office of the Secretary. He also talks about how we each develop skills we may not realise we have, and how these skills can be transferrable across many different domains.
Hear the winding paths people from across the Department of Health in lutruwita / Tasmania have taken to reach where they are today. We'll hear what lessons they’ve learned along the way, and gather tips for leadership, development, wellbeing and more.
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