Staff Specialist - Specialist in Emergency Medicine, Director Emergency Retrieval Medicine - Lismore (Apply via eCredential)
Northern NSW Local Health District – Newcastle NSW
Remuneration as a Senior Specialist will be considered and is subject to CE Approval.
What you'll be doing
Responsible for planning, developing and providing safe, high quality, effective and efficient Emergency Retrieval Medicine Services for the area.
Provide leadership, administrative and clinical oversight to the Department to enable it to deal with the ongoing challenges of providing services.
Why you should consider applying
We can offer you:
* Diverse career pathways
* Professional and personal development
* Help with further study and education
* Flexible and supportive work environment
* Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce
* Challenging, inspiring and rewarding roles
* The opportunity to make a difference!
As a Staff Specialist you may benefit from:
* Potential tax savings by salary packaging living expenses, vehicle leasing, meal entertainment and relocation costs.
Where you'll be working
Lismore Base Hospital is a regional referral, Level 5 base hospital providing a wide range of health services to residents in Northern NSW. These services include a state-of-the-art Operating Theatre Suite, Intensive Care/Cardiac Care Unit, General Medical and Surgical Wards, Women's Care Unit, Paediatric Unit, Renal Unit, Emergency Department, Medical Imaging department, and Cardiac Catheter Laboratory. Mental Health Inpatient Units, the North Coast Cancer Institute, Pathology, Pain Management Clinic, and Specialist Outpatient Clinics are also located on the Lismore Base Hospital campus.
Lismore Base Hospital multi-million-dollar redevelopment has recently been completed. For more information see.
Lismore is located in an area also known as the Rainbow Region, blessed with stunning waterfalls, fertile farming land, artistic villages and relaxed seaside communities. Close to the Ballina & Byron Shires, which include some of Australia’s most famous surf breaks and holiday destinations, while the hinterland is rich with vibrant communities and mouth-watering local produce. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing tree-change, a family destination or an adventure, the Richmond Region has something to suit every lifestyle.
Northern NSW Local Health District embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.
NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.
Minimum Requirements:
* Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist Emergency Physician, and/or specialist international medical graduate pathways.
* Must meet the following physical requirements with regard to weight limitation and height restrictions: • Weight and Winch Limitation: The weight restriction for a Retrieval Medical Officer is 115kg in flight suit and boots, including what would usually be carried in pockets.
* Demonstrated current clinical experience as a Senior Medical Officer Emergency Medicine at the role delineation of the service.
* Demonstrated recent leadership and management experience with the ability to provide leadership and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement.
* Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time.
* Valid unrestricted drivers licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment.
Need more information?
For role related queries or questions contact Dr Philip Reasbeck, A/Director Medical Services at Email: ***************@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 29 November 2024.
For assistance with your application please refer to the to applying in eCredential.
NSW Health does not require or accept the Fit2Work Badge offered as an option in eCredential.
Enquiries about this position from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Candidates interested in this position must make their own enquiries and submit their own application.
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