Senior Medical Practitioner (Fellow)
- Melbourne, VIC
- Permanent
- Part-time
Attractive Base Salary of $405,000 (for full-time), Reward and Recognition Programs and Professional Development Benefits.About the rolesThe Senior Medical Officer (Fellow) will provide and supervise medical care to prisoners by delivering and evaluating medical programs and medical services required and/or provided.The Senior Medical Officer (Fellow) coordinates hours of service and on-call responsibilities in consultation with the Health Services Manager and the Director, Medical Services.Opportunities exist for a Part-Time 4 days per week, Senior Medical Officer (Fellow) at the Melbourne Assessment Prison. Salary package for full-time position is $405,000 + Super (for full-time)For more information in relation to these roles, including the key accountabilities, please click the following link:Skills and Experience:The ideal candidates will have:
- Medical practitioner currently registered by the Medical Board of Australia (from 1 July 2010).
- Fellowship of the FRACGP (Mandatory).
- Documentary evidence of medical indemnity insurance.
- A minimum of 5 years post-graduate experience.
- High written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team.
- Demonstrated competence in provision of high-quality care.
- Willingness to undertake regular professional development relevant to the position.
- Computer skills relevant to the role.
- Experience in mental health, drug and alcohol and emergency care. (Desirable)
- Valid Australian driver’s licence and the ability to travel between locations.
- Ability to work within a prison setting, which will involve direct contact with people in prison associated with the delivery of healthcare.
- Satisfactory completion of a National Criminal History Check.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
- Working outside of ordinary business hours may be required.
- GEO Healthcare - delivering primary and related health services in Victorian men’s public prisons.
- Professional development: Access to conferences, seminars and courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Commonwealth Bank: Access exclusive rates on loans, Financial Literacy Program and other banking services.
- Super salary packaging: Maximise your super contributions with pre-tax deductions.
- Scholarships: Progress your career with a scholarship to develop your expertise.
- Family university scholarships: Scholarships available to support your family’s education goals.
- Paid study leave: Take time off to focus on furthering your qualifications (conditions apply).
- Special leave: Additional day off every six months for high attendance.
- Safety is key: Safe and secure workplace with a focus on both physical and psychological safety.
- Fitness Passport: Affordable membership providing access to a wide network of gyms and fitness facilities.
- Telus Health: Access to Employee Assistance including personal wellbeing and health, relationships, financial and career assistance.
- Medibank discounts: Reduced rates on health insurance plans through Medibank.
- Equal treatment: Equal Opportunity employer that actively promotes diversity and inclusion for all employees
- Reward and recognition: A range of recognition and reward programs including, Employee of the Month, Team Member Rewards and Refer a Friend.
- Uniform provided: Full uniform provided so you never have to worry about what to wear to work.
- Celebrate together: Recognition and celebration of special events and days throughout the year.
- COVID-19 vaccinations (You will be required to attach immunisation evidence to your application).
- Flu Vaccination in the previous 12 months