Job no: 878507
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Northern
Categories: Medical
* Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Hampstead Centre
* Salary MDP2 $89,253 to $144,291 p.a. + 11.5% Superannuation
* Multiple Full-Time Positions, up to 3 Year Contracts available
Join us at Hampstead Centre as we create a new centre of excellence in the care of older persons. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, helping to shape and implement an innovative model of care that will set new standards in patient outcomes.
Aligned with CALHN's strategic vision for delivering world-class healthcare, Hampstead Centre is launching a new program, “CO-ACT” (Care of the Older Person and Community Transition), focused on providing exceptional care for older adults transitioning from acute to ongoing care. As a member of our CO-ACT team, you'll work in a supportive, family-like environment where collaboration is key, and your input on improving systems and practices is highly valued.
We're doing something different at Hampstead, and we want you to be part of our journey. Join us in making a meaningful impact in healthcare, where your expertise and passion can truly shine. As an integral member of our CO-ACT multidisciplinary team, you'll play a crucial role in improving the health system and making a real difference in the community.
About the Opportunity
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Medical Practitioner (Trainee Medical Officer- TMO), where you'll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional patient care. You’ll have the opportunity to manage and oversee the treatment of patients within the service, working closely with a dedicated team of Consultants including Geriatricians and General Practitioners, Nurses, and Allied Health professionals. Your contributions will directly impact the quality of care we provide, as you engage in Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives and participate in ongoing educational activities to enhance your expertise and that of your colleagues.
The Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre site is changing its profile with the growing demand for management of older persons with various levels of medical and social complexity. The experience gained will support your development or enhancement of skills including:
* Multidisciplinary care models and case-conference
* Geriatric care including medical assessment, medication management, acute deterioration
* Engagement with the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal and working alongside Geriatricians completing capacity assessments
* Crucial conversations with patients and substitute decision makers
This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a real difference in the lives of patients while advancing your medical career in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Benefits of Joining CALHN at Hampstead
* Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
* Relocation Support: Up to $10,000 reimbursement of approved relocation expenses for transitioning to CALHN, for eligible applicants.
* Professional Development Allowances: up to $8,500 & Professional Development leave.
* Supervisor: An experienced consultant supervisor provided to support you along your career journey.
* Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.
* Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
* Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.
Next Steps
Does this sound like the perfect career opportunity for you?
If you’d like to be considered in the first round of applicants: please submit your application by:
11:55 pm 29 September 2024
Submit your interest via clicking the “Apply Now Button”
What To Know More?
For more information, please contact:
Health.COACTEnquiries@sa.gov.au
Other Information
As part of the employment process, appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the Role Description.
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Job ref: 878507
All applications are to be submitted by:
11:55 pm 28 February 2025
Advertised: 12 Sep 2024 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 28 Feb 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
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