Employment Type : Full time / Part Time
Position Classification : Staff Specialist
Remuneration : As per the Award
Requisition ID : REQ234038
Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners eligible for registration in New South Wales for the above position within the Department of Emergency Medicine based at Wyong Hospital. The candidate may be required to work from other hospitals within the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) as service requirements change.
Applicants should be a Fellow of the Australian/Australasian College of Emergency Medicine (FACEM) and/or have other specialist recognition as provided for in the Staff Specialist (State) Award.
This position is an excellent opportunity for newly qualified FACEMs or those looking for a sea change to work in a busy mixed ED setting. Wyong Hospital Emergency Department sees between 70-75,000 patients per annum and continues to grow. Clinical work is varied and encompasses all aspects of contemporary emergency medicine for both adult and paediatric populations.
The successful candidate will join a large and dedicated group of Staff Specialists within the department. FACEM coverage on the floor consists of at least 3 and up to 7 FACEMs at any one time, depending on shift crossovers. With multiple FACEMs on the floor at all times, this provides an ideal environment for continued peer learning and collaboration to aid the professional development of all FACEMs.
In undertaking a Staff Specialist role, the successful applicant will have access to appropriate Clinical Support time to undertake non-clinical duties and further their development and personal goals in this important area of working as an Emergency Physician.
Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Staff Specialist (State) Award.
For enquiries about the position, please contact Dr Nicholas Spooner, Head of Department of Emergency Medicine (Wyong), at phone (02) 4394 4954 or email
Applications are accepted via credential ONLY. To apply , click here and follow the Registration/Login process, create/update your Clinician Profile, and complete the Application and Selection Criteria questions. If you experience difficulties applying, please contact the Senior Medical Workforce Unit at 4320 3009.
The Health Service is committed to EEO, OH&S, ethical practices, and the principles of cultural diversity. Successful applicants are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct. Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicants. Employment is subject to having current immunity status that complies with the Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases. Salary Packaging is available to enhance benefits.
Medical Practitioner registered or able to be registered in Australia, inclusive of an unrestricted or 19AB exempted provider number. Recognised specialist qualifications, Fellow of the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine (ACEM) and/or other equivalent specialist recognition. Applicants expecting to be awarded their fellowship within three months may be considered. If successful, the applicant will not be eligible to commence their appointment until the relevant qualifications and requirements are formally completed. Appropriate experience to practice as a Senior Medical Practitioner in Emergency Medicine. Ability to work constructively and effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated willingness and ability to lead and supervise medical and surgical trainees, residents, and medical students; previous experience in teaching the management of the deteriorating patient would be advantageous. Demonstrated interest in quality improvement methodologies. Demonstrated ability to competently complete core critical care procedures required for the practice of Emergency Medicine. Demonstrated commitment to Caring for the Coast vision, goals, and strategies, with behaviours that align to the NSW CORE Values and CCLHD Values and Behaviours charter. Applications Close: 14 November 2024
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