Applications are invited for the role of Fellow in Endocrine & General Surgery - 2022, from suitably qualified senior surgical trainees who have obtained Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) or equivalent specialist qualification. This position is for a 12 months commencing February 2022.
About the Unit
There are six consultant surgeons in the General and Endocrine Surgical Unit, performing more than 100 endocrine surgery procedures each year, along with a variety of general surgical operations, including some breast surgery. Besides the Fellow, the Unit has an accredited surgical trainee, plus two interns.
About the Role
The role of the Endocrine & General Surgery Fellow is to have a committed interest in Endocrine Surgery, either as a specialist in the field or to increase knowledge in the field for general surgical practice.
The Fellow is expected to provide clinical management of Unit patients and referrals, including attendance at operating theatre sessions and outpatient clinics. It is also a requirement that the successful applicant will undertake administrative duties for the Unit under the supervision and direction of the Head of Unit or Consultant. The position is based at Footscray Hospital, and includes a strong focus on emergency surgery.
To be Successful in this Role you
Will need to provide leadership to the Junior Medical Staff (JMS) and assist in the coordination of education and training, particularly of surgical trainees, and the dissemination of information relating to Western Health and the RACS, in addition to clinical duties.
The Fellow represents JMS interests by acting as a representative on committees such as the JMS Operations Management Committee, the JMS Post Graduate Medical Education Committee, Adverse Outcomes Committee and other relevant working parties.
Will be required to participate in the recruitment and interviewing of Interns, HMO and Unaccredited Registrars applicants for the following year and assists in assigning appropriate rotations
More information can be obtained from the current Fellow or Head of Unit, Mr Bill Fleming.
All applicants must ensure that you attach 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 three (3) Referees for completion. The completed form is to be returned by email to ********** as close as possible to the nominated closing date as this is a very important step in the shortlisting process.
About Us
Our workforce of over 7,000 employees are driven by our values of ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety’ (CARES). We value our people 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 comprises of three acute public hospitals: Footscray, Sunshine and Williamstown Hospital. We also operate the Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s, Sunbury Day Hospital, Transition Care at Hazeldean and a range of community based services. We care for a diverse community of over 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics.
Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as:
Professional development support
Career advancement opportunities
Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
Work-life balance
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.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
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
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