2018 Paediatric Registrar (Advanced / Basic Trainee)

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Detail information about job 2018 Paediatric Registrar (Advanced / Basic Trainee). Terms and conditions vacancy

About the Role

The Women's and Children's Division at Sunshine Hospital is offering Paediatric Registrar positions in 2018 (either Advanced or Basic Trainee level) up until 4 February 2019.

NB: successful applicants will have the opportunity of continuing into the 2019 clinical year.  During this year we will be expanding our services significantly as we move into the new Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s Hospital – including opening a new Neonatal Intensive Care.

Sunshine Hospital has about 5,500 births per year, a busy 26 cot Level 2 Special Care Nursery, a 25 bed Children's Ward (with a mixture of medical and surgical patients), approximately 25,000 Paediatric Emergency presentations per year and a large Paediatric Outpatient unit.

This post is accredited by the RACP for Advanced Training in General Paediatrics. The position will suit a paediatric trainee wanting an opportunity to develop skills in general paediatrics in a supportive environment, with a focus on the development of independent practice.

Job Sharing is possible

Notable features of the department and position include:

• Paediatric consultant support on-site 5 days per week, including 3 fulltime neonatologists.  Consultant ward rounds every day
• There are at least 2 paediatric registrars on-site 24/7
• Exposure to a wide range of clinic situations requiring independent decision making, with close consultant support
• Sunshine Hospital paediatric medical OP clinics include general paediatrics, neonatology, adolescent health, endocrinology, cardiology, allergy, growth, feeding difficulties, developmental/behavioural
• Assistance / supervision of Junior Residents seconded from Royal Children's Hospital and from Western Hospital is an important role of the position
• Active teaching and research programs in place with expectation of contributions by the successful applicant(s)
• An active simulation program, both insitu and high fidelity, supporting the training of medical and nursing/midwifery staff.

Please ensure you attach your cover letter and CV at the time of submitting your on-line application.

Please ensure that the Referee Assessment Form (attached) is downloaded and forwarded to your three (3) Referees for completion. The completed form is to be returned via email to [email protected] at Western Health as close as possible to the nominated closing date as this is a very important step in the shortlisting process.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits such as:

• Work-life balance
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
• Discounted Onsite car parking
• Onsite fitness clubs
• Culturally safe and respectful environment
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Culture

At Western Health, we value our employees and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop.  Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience. Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation status clearance and (if applicable) a working with children’s check.

Western Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies

Enquiries: Dr Martn Wright, Head of Unit Paediatric Services
Ph: 0383451333
Position Ref: 32673
Applications Close: 27/07/2018

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