Job Title: Casual Medical Practitioner
Location: Mount Barker District Soldiers' Memorial Hospital
Job Summary
We are seeking a qualified and experienced medical practitioner to join our team at the Mount Barker District Soldiers' Memorial Hospital.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the care of patients allocated to you in the Emergency Department
* Provide patient care in collaboration with medical staff, nurses, and allied health professionals
* Participate in a 24-hour 7-day roster to staff the Emergency Department
* Initiate the discharge process at the earliest opportunity
* Provide effective and accurate clinical handover of patient care at the change of shifts
Requirements
* Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent
* Fully registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
* Some Emergency Department experience in a clinical capacity
* Some paediatric patient management experience
* Competency in range of routine and common emergency procedural skills
Working Arrangements
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Selection Criteria
* Clinical skills and experience
* Ability to work under pressure without compromising patient care
* Problem solving and decision making skills
Please note that appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.