Description 'Creating exceptional health care together.' Position Title: General Surgery Unaccredited Registrar
Employment Type: Full TimeClassification: Registrar 1 – 4Salary: $112,917 - $141,084 (Plus 11.5% Super)Location: The Canberra Hospital, North Canberra HospitalSection: SurgeryClosing Date: 22 December 2024
What can we offer you: City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in CanberraCompetitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospitalSalary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessionsFlexible working conditions11.5% SuperannuationVISA/Sponsorship for eligible candidatesReimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).About the role: Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care.
It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community-based health services to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding regions.
More information can be found on the CHS website.
Medical Staff in the Canberra Health Services enjoy excellent conditions, and our Enterprise Agreement is available at: ACTPS Medical Practitioners Enterprise Agreement 2021-2022.pdf (sharepoint.com)
To be eligible for this position you must be PGY 4 + by February 2025. North Canberra Hospital - Bruce is a 256 bed public hospital providing acute and sub-acute services, with our Emergency Department receiving around 55 thousand presentations per year.
The Canberra Hospital is a 600+ bed tertiary trauma and referral hospital providing services to the ACT and south eastern New South Wales region of Australia.
It is the principal teaching hospital of the Australian National University (ANU) Graduate Medical Program.
The Department of General Surgery recognises that for most candidates an unaccredited position will be a steppingstone towards training application.
This position creates excellent opportunities, including good operating theatre exposure, to fulfil the application criteria.
Furthermore, suitable candidates will receive full referee support.
Within the Department of General Surgery, as a non-accredited registrar, you will be working alongside accredited registrars, Fellows, and consultants with the aim to deliver a 24/7 comprehensive service to the community.
Tasks will include ASU and trauma surgical services as well as after hours and elective rotations.
Rotations may include: Rural Surgery, Moruya Base HospitalEmergency Medicine, Canberra Hospital Woden, North Canberra Hospital - BruceIntensive Care Medicine, Canberra Hospital Woden, North Canberra Hospital - BruceDUTIESProvide competent and efficient clinical management of patients of Canberra Health Services under the supervision and direction of a Consultant Medical Practitioner(s).
The clinical management includes acute admissions, in-patient care, outpatient clinics, inter-disciplinary consults and clinical handover;Work within and support the multidisciplinary clinical team;Demonstrate progress in training in the specialty including participation in the relevant teaching program and activities, timely completion of assessments and involvement in research;Currency in an Advanced Life Support Course to be attained within three months of commencement with annual refreshers;Participate in the after-hours and on-call roster;Contribute to clinical audit and participate in changes that improve quality and safety of patient care;Maintain adequate and legible medical record and ensure that the clinical team completes discharge summaries in a timely manner;Undertake other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation.ABOUT YOUCHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace.
As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.
Behavioural Capabilities Strong organisational skills with a high degree of drive.Adaptability and flexibility to accommodate change and provide responsive services to meet clients' needs.Ability to work in a team environment.Good written and oral communication skills.Position Requirements / Qualifications Mandatory: Be registered or be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);Must hold a current driver's license; andBe registered under the Working for Vulnerable People Act.Demonstrate commitment to training and continuing professional development including participation in relevant teaching programs, activities, and feedback opportunities, involvement in research, and teaching of junior medical staff and/or medical students.CHS is leading the drive to digitally transform health service delivery in Australia through the implementation of a territory wide Digital Health Record.
Computer literacy skills are required which are relevant to this role as you will be responsible for completing required documentation and becoming a proficient user of the Digital Health Record and/or other Information Technology systems; once proficient, you will need to remain current with changes, updates and contingencies.
You will need to understand how the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) indicators align with this role.
You will need to fulfil the responsibilities of this role as detailed in the CHS Exceptional Care Framework, Clinical Governance Framework, Partnering With Consumers Framework and other related frameworks.
Desirable: EMST or Equivalent;All RACS courses required before application to the training program.Have an understanding of how the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) indicators align with this role.Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in alignment to the CHS Exceptional Care Framework, Clinical Governance Framework, Partnering With Consumers Framework and all other related frameworks.Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required.Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.Comply with Canberra Health Services Credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for medical professionals.WHAT YOU REQUIREThese are the key selection criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resumé and experience.
Demonstrated commitment to the maintenance and further development of skills applicable to the area of General Surgery, including involvement in further education and quality assurance activities;Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills;A commitment to the importance and provision of teaching at all levels, including medical, nursing, scientific and allied health professional staff, both postgraduate and undergraduate;Demonstrates understanding of, and adherence to, safety and quality standards, work, health and safety (WH&S) and the positive patient experience.
Displays behaviour consistent with CHS's values of reliable, progressive, respectful and kind.HOW TO APPLY / OR WANT TO KNOW MORE?Applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment system.
Applications must include a copy of a current resumé, and a pitch of no more than two pages outlining your skills, knowledge and experience and why you should be considered for this role.
You should take into consideration the selection criteria under "what you require" when drafting your response.
Where possible include specific relevant examples of your work.
You must provide at least one referee report from your current direct supervisor.
If you are in a training position with the RACS you must provide one referee report from your current Director of Training.
CHS Contact:
Dr David Rangiah –
Department of Surgery
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