ISLHD – Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery – Wollongong Hospital Thrive Clinically and Enjoy Coastal Living. Join the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Area Health District (ISLHD) and be part of our Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery department. Enjoy a fulfilling career in a region that offers the perfect blend of stunning mountains, pristine beaches, and vibrant city life within an hour of Sydney International Airport.
Why Choose ISLHD? Comprehensive Care: Contribute to a broad range of specialised procedures, including Elective Skin Cancer Surgery, Hand Surgery (Elective & Trauma), Maxillofacial Trauma Surgery, and various forms of reconstruction such as Breast, Lower Limb, Perineal, and Head & Neck. Collaborative Team: Work with 5 skilled Consultant Plastic Surgeons on a balanced 1:5 on-call roster, alongside 3 Plastic Surgery Registrars, and a dedicated Resident Medical Officer. Desirable Lifestyle: Live and work in the Illawarra Shoalhaven region, known for its natural beauty and relaxed coastal lifestyle.
Wollongong Hospital is the largest of Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District's eight hospitals, treating more than 48,000 patients annually. It is the region's tertiary referral hospital servicing a population of more than 400,000 people. The Wollongong Hospital is a 500+ bed centre which provides both general and specialty medical and surgical services including adult intensive care and coronary care units.
Looking for more than just a salary? Besides Your Salary, You'll Also Have Access To: Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees) Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees) Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) Staff Specialists also have access to Training, Education and Study Leave (TESL) - $38,000 and 25 calendar days per year. Minimum Requirements: Specialist registration or eligible for specialist registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and/or equivalent specialist recognition. Evidence of continuing medical education and self-monitoring/audit practices consistent with the scope of practice requirements of the position. Proven capacity and/or experience in the provision of effective high quality services, demonstrated through successful clinical practice in an environment appropriate to the requirements of the position including evidence of participation in quality improvement activities relevant to the specialty. Demonstrated commitment to teaching with experience in teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students and other staff of the hospital. Demonstrate the skills and attitudes appropriate as a Senior Medical Practitioner including modelling a high standard of professional behaviour to junior medical staff. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and harmoniously with medical and other health services colleagues as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and staff and to work as an effective member of the clinical team across multiple sites. Demonstrated experience in and commitment to research relevant to the role and needs of the Department. Apply now by addressing the selection criteria found in the Position Description and submitting your resume.
Applications Close: Sunday 2 February 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr