South Side Medical Mackay Qld in Mackay, Queensland | Family doctor

South Side Medical Mackay Qld

Locality: Mackay, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 4957 4004

Address: 137 Shakespeare St 4740 Mackay, QLD, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 LAST CHANCE! We have just received our last batch of private flu vaccines for the year for those not eligible for the government funded injections. Don’t miss out, book your appointment now. Call 49574004... We will continue to provide Government funded vaccines for those that are eligible.

24.01.2022 Poor old Dr Rick is feeling a bit sad to be leaving us this week. He is heading back to the UK with his wife Jo. He is very confident that any of his remaining colleagues at South Side Medical will happily look after his patients. Thank you for your time here at our practice and best of luck back home. His last day will be tomorrow.

23.01.2022 Please be advised that our on-line booking system is not working at present. Please call the practice for all appointments until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

22.01.2022 Hi this is a friendly reminder to NOT present to the clinic if you are experiencing any of these symptoms listed below. It is very important that you phone us to check if you can attend in person. You will have noticed that we are now screening EVERYONE who enters the practice. Please answer these questions truthfully to protect our staff and other patients. We have so many options available for you to be cared for. It is essential that we all work together on this to ensure everyones safety. Thank you from the South Side Team.

21.01.2022 UPDATE! We now have working phones again ! Thank you for your patience We are having trouble with our phones and internet at present. If you need an urgent appointment please send us a private message in this page . We are hoping to have services restored ASAP. Alternatively you can email [email protected]

19.01.2022 If anyone can help out with donations, please do.

19.01.2022 Still some left if you haven’t had your flu shot this year.

19.01.2022 The newest member of our South Side Crew - Rosealee Gorges being responsible and having her 4 month immunisations. Rosealee is the daughter of our Dr Hilary and her husband Jeremy.

19.01.2022 Our Mackay Showgrounds COVID-19 drive-through testing clinic has moved to the Big Shed undercover area The new swab and go drive-through testing clinic h...as relocated and is still open 9am until 4pm, seven days a week. Entry is still via Milton St - follow the signs. When you arrive, we’ll take your details, do a screening for your symptoms and COVID-19 risk, and test you. Please stay in your car and turn off your engine when you arrive. Once you’ve been tested, you’ll need to go home and quarantine until you get your results. Don’t forget the other testing options available - the North Mackay Respiratory Clinic is available for testing and a comprehensive respiratory assessment. Testing is also available at GPs and at mobile clinics across North Queensland.

18.01.2022 Today we would like to thank all the businesses that responded to our call for help many weeks ago. We were running short on gloves and masks and some incredibly kind people came to our rescue.So we extend a heartfelt thank you to the following people and businesses: Lash & Beauty Studio Mackay Cosmetic Tattooing & Beauty by Elise Scott Beautopia Hair & Beauty Supplies Intech Communications Mackay Bec Edwards Gelatissimo Avenue31- Nails & Beauty Karen Lorraine Hansen Arch Dental Debra Brown Sewing for Charity Australia - Mackay Anaconda Stores Thommo Tyres Robert Ford, Sonia Palfrey, Kasane Dando, and Jo at Simtars. My apologies if I have missed anyone. Please support all these fabulous businesses who helped us to help you. #mackaypride #buylocal

18.01.2022 Great news! For now our online bookings are back up and running! So, if you need a skin check, cervical screen, check up or just feeling a bit off, jump online and book an Appointment! Www.southsidemedical.com.au

18.01.2022 We are looking for our next reception champion! South Side Medical is a locally owned business who specialises in the delivery of high quality family medicine. We are looking for an energetic, efficient and professional individual to join our centre as a Medical Receptionist. This role is responsible for the delivery of high-quality patient centred care. The role is for a casual position of approximately 20 hours per week with the ability to relieve for sick leave and holida...ys as required. About the role: Responding to emails, phone enquiries and reception enquiries Patient database management including appointment bookings and confirmations Maintaining and managing patient records and files Processing payments via EFTPOS, Medicare Online and other Support senior reception staff and provide administrative support to the team of practitioners located in the Clinic. About you: You will have excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Exceptionally high customer service skills A positive and friendly attitude A natural desire to want to help others Able to effectively and collaboratively solve problems as they arise. Demonstrated prior experience in a customer focused administration role Must have strong Microsoft suite skills and computer literacy Previous medical administration experience is desirable but not essential Why apply: Above award hourly rate Work in a fun and focused environment delivering outstanding patient care No weekend work! Hours can vary between 7.30am 6pm If this sounds like you, please apply by contacting Kath O’Brien via email with your resume and cover letter at [email protected] Applications close Monday 13 July 2020.

17.01.2022 For anyone requiring urgent Covid-19 testing please see locations available this weekend.

16.01.2022 Today at 11.00am we will pause for one minute and remember our treasured veterans. #remembranceday #lestweforget

15.01.2022 We are closed today Friday 14th August for the Mackay Show Holiday.We are closed today Friday 14th August for the Mackay Show Holiday.

13.01.2022 ****Important notice**** we have our green clinic available as well as telephone consults if you have any symptoms.

11.01.2022 Have you met our fabulous pharmacist next door!

11.01.2022 Please, if you have been To Adelaide in the last 14 days, let us know so we can organise a safe way for you to be seen.

09.01.2022 Preparing for Xmas in case we are back in lockdown come December!

06.01.2022 Please note if you have been to this location at this time, call us and we can assist you. DO NOT COME IN TO THE PRACTICE. We will make the necessary arrangements for you via telephone. Thank you for helping to keep us all safe.

05.01.2022 Now that we have your attention! With the new cases in Queensland appearing we have to be extra vigilant in keeping everyone safe. We just wanted to give you a little refresher on the extra services we provide here. When booking an appointment, you will be asked the following questions. If you answer yes to any, you will need to be seen through our Green Clinic. We will not deny you an appointment, but we must determine the most suitable one for you.... We cannot risk our staff or other patients being exposed to any potential case of COVID-19. We ask that you are patient with our receptionists when answering the questions and at ALL times be honest. Have you travelled outside of Queensland in the past 14 days? Have you been in contact with anyone that is confirmed positive COVID-19? Have you visited any of the potential areas of infection in Brisbane in the last 14 days? Do you have any of the following symptoms: Fever over 38 Night sweats or chills Shortness of Breath or trouble breathing Cough, runny nose or sore throat Loss of smell taste or appetite Muscle or joint pain Diarrhea Nausea or vomiting TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENTS- BILLED DIRECTLY TO MEDICARE These can be either via phone or video link. At present we are not charging for these appointments. They are extremely useful in the following situations: Flu like symptoms that don’t need to be examined but need testing and advice. Particularly if you have travelled or been in contact with someone that has. Parents with young children under 12 months or pregnant women Over 70 years old At risk due to a chronic disease or other illness that would place you at higher risk if you contracted Covid-19 Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander over 50 years old. Repeat scripts Are required to self-isolate PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST HAVE BEEN SEEN FACE TO FACE AT THIS PRACTICE WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS TO QUALIFY FOR TELEHEALTH. GREEN CLINIC PRIVATELY BILLED If you need to be physically examined for any matter we have a designated and safe clinic for you. This clinic is separate to the main practice and you will be seen by a GP in full Personal Protective Equipment eg Gown, gloves, mask, goggles/visor. Following completion of your appointment your invoice will be emailed to you for payment. We take every precaution to ensure our staff are safe and you are treated respectfully. We can order COVID testing and other pathology for you. Guardian pharmacy next door can also prepare any medications required whilst you wait to save you having to enter their premises. This clinic has been in operation since March is working very effectively for our patients. Thank you for supporting our practice in these interesting times and for helping us to keep everyone safe. All other appointments including immunisations, Chronic Disease Management, Skin cancer management, Health Assessments will continue as normal for now.

05.01.2022 We have just turned the online bookings back on through the Health Engine app. We need your assistance to keep everyone safe by only booking online for a face to face appointment if you are NOT experiencing any flu like symptoms. If you are experiencing any fever, sore throat, cough, loss of taste or smell or vomiting or diarrhoea, we ask that you call us for other appointment options eg Green clinic or Telehealth. We thank you for your co-operation and hope you enjoy the freedom of online bookings once again.

04.01.2022 Are you or someone you know looking for a career in healthcare? We have an exciting opportunity to learn on the job, be part of our existing caring Admin team and complete a Certificate III in Medical Administration. We are looking for a caring, well spoken person with excellent time management and a strong work ethic. If you fit that description please see below for more details.... Applications close Monday 23rd November @ 5pm.

04.01.2022 She’s back!!! Welcome back to Dr Kate Jackson. Kate will be available Monday to Friday for appointments.

02.01.2022 We have now resolved the issue with the online bookings and they are now available to use. Thank you for your patience.

01.01.2022 We are excited to launch our new campaign for Bowel Cancer Awareness Month - Symptoms remain NOT NORMAL despite the NEW NORMAL. #BowelCancerAustralia #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth #NotNormal