
Physician- Victorian Virtual Emergency Department- Locum
- Victoria
- Permanent
- Full-time
Employment Type: Casual (CS)
Location: Northern Health (All Campuses)About Northern Health:As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none.Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour's drive from the CBD (still within the bounds of Myki and ride-sharing), Melbourne's North is fastJoin the Future of Healthcare with Victorian Virtual Emergency Department (VVED).Northern Health are seeking applications from motivated and suitably experienced Physician's to join the VVED as part of our casual workforce.About Northern Health:The growing strain on emergency departments worldwide has given rise to innovative approaches in patient assessment and care management. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated the pressure on EDs resulting in access block, prolonged wait times, and overcrowding. At Northern Health, we responded by pioneering an alternative care model that leverages video technology to provide efficient emergency care. In 2022, this transitioned to a state-wide service now seeing on average in excess of 800 patients per day through self-referral and health care professional pathways such as Ambulance Victoria, Urgent Care Centre and Residential Aged Care Facilities.Northern Health is the major provider of acute, maternity, sub-acute, mental health, specialist, community and home-based services in Melbourne's rapidly growing outer north.Services are provided through our five main campuses:Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre, Craigieburn Centre, and Kilmore District Hospital. In addition, Mental Health Services are provided at Epping, Broadmeadows, Jacana, Preston, Mill Park and Coburg.About the Role:
- Practice Evidence-Based Medicine: Work in a supportive environment where you can apply the latest evidence-based medical practices.
- Multi-Disciplinary Support: Collaborate with a diverse team of medical professionals who are as passionate as you are.
- Emphasis on Alternative Treatment: Learn to manage patients effectively using innovative treatment options.
- Expand Your Horizons: Gain insights into healthcare systems beyond your local area, understand referral pathways, and explore community-based services.
- Experience in delivering exceptional patient-centred care.
- Experience in Residential In-Reach
- Experience in Palliative Care
- Ability to be agile using technology to provide medical support to patients and their families
- Demonstrated a collaborative approach to patient care
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
- Health and Wellbeing programs, including our new 'Thrive' program
- Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support
- An inclusive and culturally safe space
- Access to salary packaging, EAP, our online library and onsite car parking