About The University of Western AustraliaThe University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of Australia's leading universities and has an international reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research.It has almost 24,000 students enrolled across four campuses.About the areaThe Rural Clinical School of Western Australia (RCSWA) was established in 2002 to help deliver better health outcomes for people living in country WA.Our vision for the future is to build on our successes and foster an exceptional locally trained, research-driven, collegiate, academic and clinical community, providing equitable healthcare to rural and remote WA.The RCSWA helps rural communities sustain a locally trained and loyal medical workforce by placing penultimate and final year medical students across a network of 15 sites. Students gain valuable hands-on experience and professional mentoring throughout the 12-month program.About the opportunityDeliver world-class innovative medical education and training to medical students and assist in the support of preceptors and host practitionersCommitment to be involved in research and/or evaluation relevant to improving rural healthIn consultation with local medical practitioners and agencies maintain and contribute to the development of local educational programs that meet the requirements of the RCSWA and take advantage of local opportunities and strengthsDevelop and coordinate the development of rural training pathways in local area of appointment and contribute to a statewide RCSWA approachAbout youRegistered, or able to be registered with AHPRA as a Medical PractitionerCommitted to working in medical practice in rural WAAvailable to work in the respective RCSWA site and the ability to network with rural practitioners in the regionExperience as a preceptor and/or supervisor of medical students and/or junior doctors or registrarsA commitment to the principles and practice of Indigenous health in rural and regional areasCommitment to rural medical education and to improving rural medical workforceClosing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 6 October 2024This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.About the UniversityThe University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia's top university.Our commitment to inclusion and diversityUWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
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