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About Us
Client Information
The clinics operate on an appointment system, it is important that clients let us know if a longer appointment time is needed and tell us as soon as possible if they are unable to attend an appointment
Recalls and reminders
The clinics operate a recall and reminder system where client consent is given, to make sure that the highest quality continuous care is available. Emergency appointments will be reserved and available during all sessions.Translation services are available if required.
GP Clinic
The GP Clinic consists of general practitioners and nursing staff. This clinic provides primary health care services to clients and their children. This service is provided at no charge to clients as all consultations will be charged directly to Medicare Australia.
Services
• Immunisations
• Chronic disease management
• Cervical screening
• Wound care and dressings
• Sexual health
• Assessments and education
• Mental health care
• Venipuncture and pathology
Home visits
Home visits are available for those too unwell to attend where deemed appropriate by clinical staff. Health care required outside of clinic times is available through the West Belconnen Health Cooperative through referral from Junction staff.
After Hours
healthdirect 1800 022 222 - healthdirect is a 24 hour
Telephone health advice line staffed by Registered Nurses whose role is to assist and provide primary health advice. If necessary, nurses are able to provide access to a General Practitioner to provide further medical advice.
All CALMS services are charged at private after hours rates.
Clients are able to access after hours health care through the Canberra After hours Locum Medical Service (CALMS). CALMS can arrange attendance by a doctor at a designated surgery or at your home. CALMS operates in Bruce, Garran and Tuggeranong from 6.00pm to 8.30am Monday to Thursday, Friday 6.00pm to Monday 8.30am and all public holidays. Home visits are restricted to the ACT. The contact number for CALMS is 1300 422 567.
Alternatively, attend Accident and Emergency at the Calvary Hospital or the Canberra Hospital for emergency after hours assistance.
Paediatric Clinic
A Paediatric Registrar from The Canberra Hospital provides assessment, treatment, referral and education services to clients and their children from 0-18 years of age.
Antenatal Clinic
The Step Ahead Program provides antenatal care and education for pregnant clients of the Junction. This program is provided by The Canberra Hospital Antenatal Clinic. Clients can access a midwife and a social worker for antenatal checkups, referral and advocacy including housing support, support to continue formal education and parenting support and education.
Smoking Cessation Clinic
The Smoking Cessation Clinic is provided by the Cancer Council of the ACT. The clinic includes access to free nicotine replacement therapy, counseling and support to cease or change smoking habits to improve health outcomes.
Counselling
Our counsellors will provide a safe space for you to explore any issue you may have, find strategies and help you come up with solutions to deal with these issues, learn more about yourself or just offload your problems.
Outreach Service
The Junction provides outreach support through two teams, each consisting of a Youth Worker and a Youth Nurse. These teams attend schools, refuges and youth centres across the ACT, and provide direct client support, education, and assist young people to access health care in their local community.
For further information, contact The Junction Youth Health Service on 02 6232 2423. |
