Emergency Medicine Consultant

Shepparton, VIC
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Reference Number: 1831Job Title: Emergency Medicine ConsultantEmployment Type: Permanent Full TimeLocation: Graham Street, Shepparton Regional VictoriaFor a confidential conversation please contact: Sheldon Hall, Clinical Director of Emergency Medicine.Email: Phone:About GV Health:At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.Click to find out more information about GV Health and our services.Click to find out more from our staff about a career and lifestyle at GV Health.Our region:Great things happen here! Follow the link to find out what its like to live, work and play in our wonderful region:About the role:Please note this position is not suitable for applicants on specialist pathway with limited registration.GV Health is one of the largest regional healthcare services in Victoria. The GV Health Emergency Department services a high acuity and diverse case mix, and is a designated regional trauma service.In this role, the Emergency Consultant provides specialist emergency medical care and ensures smooth patient flow for patients presenting to the Emergency Department.During clinical shifts, the Emergency Consultant provides clinical leadership to ensure optimal outcomes to patients through working with the multidisciplinary team.The Emergency Consultant supervises the work of Registrars and Junior Medical Officers (JMO's) and is involved in teaching both junior doctors and medical students. The Emergency Consultant will be required to collaborate with other GV Health specialists where appropriate and provide some services out of hours, including some weekends.The Emergency Consultant will contribute to the overall strategic planning and improvement of the quality of clinical care and service delivery provided to GV Health consumers. This position amongst others is responsible for promoting GV Health as a quality regional health service provider.The GV Health Emergency Department includes the following:

36 bed ED with a high acuity and diverse case mix
A designated regional trauma service
3 state-of-the-art resuscitation bays
2 negative pressure isolation cubicles
13 additional acute care cubicles
A dedicated Fast Track area with seven cubicles and a consultation room
A 9 bed Short Stay Unit, including one isolation room
A CT scan room, ultrasound room and two new X-Ray rooms
A Behavioural Assessment room, mental health consult spaces, forensic room

Position Description:If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'Why work at GV Health?

Teaching opportunities: The Rural Clinical School is located at University of Melbourne across the road from GV Health's main campus on Graham Street. Successful applicants seeking Honorary academic appointment are encouraged to apply
Research opportunities: GV Health has a Research and Ethics Unit supportive of clinicians looking to conduct clinical or academic research
Free

to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community * Generous
, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships * Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance

Paid parental leave
Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request.GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.

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