Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - MH & Statewide Services
Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 04 December, 2024 11:55 PM
Award/Classification:Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022, Career Medical Officer Level 1-7
Employment type:Full Time
Region:South
Location:Psychiatry RHH
Provide after-hours emergency cover at the allocated site/facility as determined by the Head of Department.
The role:The Career Medical Officer is expected to work with a high level of individual responsibility but is accountable to the Clinical Director for all aspects of performance.
Direction and supervision are provided by consultant staff, as well as the Clinical Director.
The Career Medical Officer will work to cover Mental Health Services at the Royal Hobart Hospital, after hours:
See patients referred to Mental Health Services by the Emergency Department.Attend to patients in the inpatient units including Short Stay Unit.Attend to patients in the rest of the hospital where input by a Mental Health medical officer is required.May also be assigned other tasks which are consistent with their qualifications and experience.While performing their role, they would be expected to:
Liaise with Consultants regarding patient care.Record clinical information on admission, progress and discharge in the patient medical record.Record all decisions made in the patient medical record.Promote and maintain close links with the multidisciplinary team assigned to patient.Respond to calls by Registered Nurses related to patient care as soon as possible.Undertake procedures as required.Ensure accurate and timely recording of medications and treatment administered to patients.Details of AppointmentPermanent, full time, night duty, shift-worker (set rotational) position working 76 hours per fortnight commencing as soon as possible.
*Notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Salary: $125,000 - $170,981 per annum.
Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria: General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia.Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements).The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer.
The following checks are to be conducted:
Conviction checks in the following areas:Crimes of violenceSex related offencesSerious drug offencesCrimes involving dishonestyDisciplinary action in previous employment check.How to ApplyApply Online.
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This ensures important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Please note: We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.
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