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Aldinga Medical Centre

Locality: Aldinga Beach

Phone: +61 8 8550 2000

Address: 89 Rowley Road 5173 Aldinga Beach, SA, Australia

Website: http://www.aldingamedicalcentre.com.au

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25.01.2022 With Christmas fast approaching we would like to wish all our patients and their families a Joyous festive season and thank everyone for their continued support this year...

24.01.2022 Mandatory mask use From 12.01 am 1 December 2020, all people in health care settings must wear a single-use surgical mask (covering mouth and nose) at all times when in the physical presence of other people on the premises. The Emergency Management (Public Activities No 13) (COVID-19) Direction 2020 includes details around mandatory mask use in health care settings. All people in health care settings are required to wear a mask while in the physical presence of other people. ...This includes: care providers patients clients residents administrative and other staff employees visitors students contractors and any other person present on site. See more

22.01.2022 Fantastic News - As South Australians we now have access to Electronic Prescriptions. Our practice is set up and ready to distribute eScripts to patients who would like to receive their scripts via the token system. Check with your pharmacy if they are set up and are ready too... Paper scripts are still and will continue to be available. Please speak with your GP or our friendly receptionist if you have any questions.

22.01.2022 Doctor Profile - Dr Ashton Taplin A dedicated General Practitioner at Aldinga Medical Centre, Ashton is passionate about all areas of family medicine, with a special interest in skin cancer diagnosis and excision. Born and raised in Adelaide, Ashton decided to expand his medical training and practice through many rural placements in the clinics and hospitals of Berri, Port Lincoln, Port Pirie, and Alice Springs. He completed his studies at Flinders University and later work...ed at Flinders Medical Centre, the Repatriation General Hospital, and Noarlunga Hospital before settling at Aldinga Medical Centre where he deeply values the local community spirit, tight-knit team, and the ongoing opportunities to care for his patients for the long term. Ashton has a skin check and excision clinic each Thursday morning and is available for GP appointments Tuesday through to Friday and some Saturdays. For bookings please call 8550 2000. See more

21.01.2022 Our nurse, Julie, can help you Quit smoking, call 8550 2000 to book in for a consultation to get the ball rolling!

21.01.2022 A good reminder to help our SAAS crew help others!

20.01.2022 It’s Men’s Health Week, which is a timely reminder to book yourself in to see your GP to have a health check. For more info visit https://bit.ly/3cSAQga

19.01.2022 Staff at Aldinga Medical Centre would like to sincerely thank all of the community for being supportive and respectful during the ever-changing COVID19 health restrictions. To help protect you, your families and our staff we have put the following protections in place: - Reception areas fitted with sneeze screens. - Reception staff to screen all patients and visitors via phone or on arrival for an appointment. This means you will be asked questions in regards to your symptoms... and travel history to ensure everyone is safe to visit the clinic. - Anyone with symptoms or risk factors associated with COVID19 will not be permitted on site. Alternate arrangements will be made to meet your needs, such as a phone consultation or car park visit appointment being booked. - Seating in waiting room at 1.5m apart and available outside. - Hand sanitiser available at entrances. - Interval cleaning of chairs, reception surfaces and door handles throughout the day. - Social distancing awareness markers on floor, in walkways. - Information boards with clear, up to date details. - New patient online bookings have been ceased, if you are not currently a patient please call 8550 2000 for options. - Online bookings are available for existing patients, however if you have fever, sore throat, cough or runny nose please call for further instructions. - Telehealth consulting is still available to eligible patients, criteria includes being seen by one of our doctors in the past 12 months. - A comprehensive Pandemic response plan has been prepared to ensure patient support continues. Please take note of all signage, follow public health directions from SA Health and partner with us in keeping our community safe.

18.01.2022 Staff showed their support for #crazysocksfordocs today raising awareness for GP and healthcare workers mental health.

18.01.2022 Don’t believe the myths. It’s important to get tested for COVID-19, even if you have mild symptoms. Head to a testing site as soon as you develop:... fever or chills cough sore throat runny nose shortness of breath loss of taste and smell To find out where you can get tested, visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/covidtesting

17.01.2022 With the testing site open at GPPlus on Pridham Boulevard, get tested if you have any symptoms and isolate until your results are received. If symptom persist call us to make an appointment with your GP.

17.01.2022 Aldinga Medical & Specialist Centre will be closed from 5pm Thursday 24th Dec 2020 through to 8am Tuesday 29th Dec. The Fleurieu Specialist Centre is closed from Thursday 24th Dec through to Monday 4th Jan, reopening Wednesday 6th Jan 2021. Please refer to www.adelaideafterhours.com.au if you need support during these closures.

17.01.2022 We encourage patients with COVID-19 symptoms to be tested and isolate until results are received. If symptoms persist please call 8550 2000 for appointment options.

16.01.2022 Don’t believe the myths. It’s important to get tested for COVID-19, even if you have mild symptoms. Head to a testing site as soon as you develop:... fever or chills cough sore throat runny nose shortness of breath loss of taste and smell To find out where you can get tested, visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/covidtesting

15.01.2022 Online bookings for our GP’s are now available via HotDoc. Downloading the app will make booking easier or hit the Book Now button above to see the change. Appointment and clinical reminders will have a new format so you can confirm your attendance too. Please talk to our receptionist if you have any questions.

14.01.2022 Currently masks are recommended when you are not able to social distance which may occur when attending your appointment. Please bring along your own mask if possible, alternatively, we can provide one for you.

12.01.2022 HotDoc is our new online appointment booking service that is available 24/7 for your convenience to book, cancel, confirm and/or change your GP appointments. We encourage our patients to download the HotDoc app to assist managing appointments online and hope it will save our patients time. Details of GP's available appointments are listed daily and updated in real time for your convenience. Please chat to our reception staff if you need further information or assistance.

11.01.2022 Great tips to help with understanding how to handle having your little ones tested...

09.01.2022 QR codes are displayed in our entrance areas and we encourage all patients to check in on arrival. Our receptionist are here to help with the new process as we continue to support and ensure our staff and patients are kept safe.

07.01.2022 Please check the website www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/covidtesting for alternative sites...

07.01.2022 Join our dedicated team of 12 GP's, 3 nurses and support staff in a respectful, comfortable environment at Aldinga Medical Centre, where you matter. About us Aldinga Medical Centre is a modern, fully equipped, spacious surgery with ample private parking located an easy 40 minute drive from Adelaide CBD via the Southern Expressway.... We are a privately owned, well established, AGPAL accredited practice on the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula. We have been serving the south for 40 years. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive medical service whilst serving a growing, diverse community. We are looking for a VR GP who is a team player and welcome your special interest to complement our range of services which currently include acupuncture, skin clinics & excisions, hypnotherapy and ophthalmology. Being a highly regarded teaching practice we take the time to support registrars to thrive in general practice. Details on how you can be part of the Supervisors team can be explored. Our dedicated team of support staff includes: - a nursing team willing to assist GPs with care plans, wound care and immunisations. - a respectful and hard working front desk reception team engaged to triage and assist with patient needs - an administrative team who will support and guide you through the minutiae of bureaucracy so you can concentrate on your patients. Aside from the onsite pharmacy and pathology collection center our site also has regular visiting allied health providers & specialists. These include: psychologist, physiotherapist, audiologist, cardiologist, orthopod, dietitian, general surgeon, gastroenterologist, urologist, addiction specialist (including pain management) and mental health services. The role We are looking for a full time AHPRA registered VR GP who is keen to provide - quality medical care within a supportive environment and who values work/life balance - Special interests very welcome What we offer - Mixed billing practice - Remuneration can be discussed on contact - you can create your own future - Flexible sessions available - clinic is open Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm and Saturdays 8.30am - 4.30pm - Well established practice in a fast growing area - Opportunity to invest and become a practice owner - Consulting rooms with windows - HotDoc Online bookings - Your input to our regular meetings will be valued - Opportunity to establish your own patient base To see more information about our practice please see our website www.aldingamedicalcentre.com.au To apply Applications welcome via SEEK or please forward your cover letter and CV to Linda Crawford at [Email hidden] or phone 8550 2000. All enquiries are strictly confidential.

07.01.2022 IMPORTANT REMINDER . If you have COVID-19 symptoms, even if mild, get tested: https://buff.ly/35iJmms Wash/sanitise your hands regularly. Keep 1.5 metres distance from others wherever and whenever you can.... Wipe down frequently touched surfaces. Download the COVIDSafe app. See more

07.01.2022 Please help our community stay safe...

06.01.2022 SA Health - COVID19 Testing Guide, 16 October 2020. https://bit.ly/3ax6Mq0

06.01.2022 Medicare Safety Nets - If you need to see a doctor or get tests regularly, you could end up with high medical costs. Medicare Safety Nets can help to lower your out of pocket costs. https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au//medicare/medicare-sa

06.01.2022 We encourage all patients and their families to register annually for the Medicare Safety Net!

05.01.2022 SA Health - COVID19 Testing Guide, 18th November 2020 https://bit.ly/3ax6Mq0

05.01.2022 We still encourage our patients to get tested at the GP Plus Drive Thru site...

05.01.2022 Join our dedicated team of 12 General Practitioners, 2 nurses and support staff in our family medical service, where we provide comprehensive holistic care across the lifecycle. Located in Aldinga Beach we are looking for a Practice Nurse Manager who can lead our team and inspire our patients to engage in health care that improves the enjoyment and quality of their lives. Candidates would have established RN clinical qualifications and experience in the broad range of tasks i...nvolved with Practice nursing. The successful applicant would contribute to and oversee the management of the following tasks: -GPMP and AHA preparation -ECGs, Spirometry & Audiometry -Dressings & wound management -Triage -Maintenance of the immunisation register and staff immunisations -Ordering & maintenance of vaccines and perishables -Upkeep of doctors’ bags including medication ordering & collection/receipt of doctors’ bag orders -Infection control manager for practice including all staff training and procedures -Assist GPs with minor surgical procedures and chaperone as requested -Instrument control and sterilisation (this may be delegated at the discretion of the nurse) -Sample drug cupboard ordering & maintenance, including date checks -Treatment room replenishing and stock management -Relevant management of patient health records -Health promotion and preventative care -Cold chain management -Management of nursing team, including holding meetings and exploring training opportunities -Assist Practice Management team with ensuring Accreditation requirements are met -Review and update policies and procedures -Initiation and development of clinical policies for GPs -Complete induction training for all new staff as required -Ensure all nursing staff are confident to assist with training and attend to all nursing matters when absent As a training practice we embrace every opportunity to guide the next generation of medical students and GP registrars throughout their placements. Knowledge of Best Practice would be advantageous. To read more about our services please refer to our website www.aldingamedicalcentre.com.au Please submit your applications via SEEK Any queries please contact Practice Manager, Linda Crawford on 08 8550 2000.

04.01.2022 A new drive-through COVID-19 testing location has been opened at the Aldinga GP Plus Health Care Centre, located on Pridham Boulevard. If you are attending, p...lease be patient with our amazing staff who are working hard to organise logistics and collect samples at our various testing locations. Be prepared for delays by bringing water and snacks with you. Open 8am to 4pm, 7 days a week. All ages welcome. No booking or GP referral required. For cars and motorbikes only (no walk-ins or cyclists). For other COVID-19 testing locations, visit: https://bit.ly/3gtXP3Y

03.01.2022 We encourage all patients and visitors to the clinic to bring along a single use disposal surgical mask if possible as they are now mandatory. Unfortunately cloth masks are no longer acceptable whilst in the clinic. Mask are available for purchase for $1 from reception if required. Thank you for your understanding whilst we do our upmost to keep everyone safe.

01.01.2022 In light of the recent SA cases if you require additional support please contact one of the services from the COVID-19 phone information list below... SA COVID-19 Information Line - 1800 253 787 offers local information and advice on general COVID-19 information for South Australians. Operates from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm every day. Communicable Disease Branch line - 1300 232 272 provides information on immunisations and from medical officers.... National Coronavirus Information Helpline - 1800 020 080 provides information and advice on coronavirus (COVID-19) from an Australia wide perspective. SA COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line - 1800 632 753 provides mental health support for people surrounding COVID-19. It is available to people to maintain their mental health and wellbeing. COVID-19 Relief Call Centre - 1300 705 336 provides information and assistance with such things personal hardship support, accommodation support for people unable to achieve self-quarantining and accommodation for emergency services personnel that are required to quarantine but unable to do so at home. People can also email [email protected]. Red Cross Telecross REDi service - 1800 188 071 register for a free, daily phone call checking on the welfare of vulnerable South Australians in response to COVID-19. If you require translating or interpreting services, call 131 450. If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech or communication impairment, contact National Relay Service on 1800 555 677.