Specialist/Consultant Cardiology/Internal MedicineThe Role:
We are seeking a Specialist/Consultant - Cardiology and Internal Medicine to join a dedicated team in a rural setting.
Salary package - $337,429 Desirable Qualifications: Sub-Specialty training in Advanced Cardiac Imaging (including echo, CT-coronary angiography or Cardiac MRI) or Heart Failure.Dual-Training in, experience working in or an interest in, General Internal Medicine.A friendly, welcoming place to work, especially suited to those with a sense of adventure and those interested in indigenous health issues, not generally seen by most doctors in Australia. Here you can grow your career and still be home to watch the sunset! The region has the highest prevalence of multiple Cardiovascular conditions in Australia, including acute coronary syndromes, rheumatic heart disease, and heart failure.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: Provide strong leadership and manage all aspects of the day-to-day activities within Cardiology and the Department of Medicine, focusing on patient safety and quality of services.Provide high quality safe inpatient, outpatient, and outreach clinical services in Internal Medicine.Initiate and partake in quality management activities, performance appraisal, and personal and Departmental continuing education programs.Ensure adequate supervision of and participation in teaching programs for junior medical staff, including advanced trainees and medical students.Undertake Clinical Audit activities and research as appropriate.Participate in relevant Hospital Committees and other administrative duties as required and provide advice to the Director of Medical and Clinical Services on matters relating to Internal Medicine.Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.The Hospital:
The Hospital is a 189-bed facility and the only acute secondary care service for 1500km in any direction, with more than 60% of admissions being Aboriginal people often from remote communities. The hospital provides a range of services including Day Procedure, Emergency, Intensive Care, Maternity, Medical, Outpatients, Paediatric, Surgical, and Mental Health services.
The Location:
An intriguing place that hosts a jam-packed calendar of festivals, celebrations, and quirky events throughout the year. Hike, climb, and cycle your way through the chasms, craters, and sacred Aboriginal sites of the MacDonnell Ranges, or four-wheel drive the expansive Simpson Desert in the southeast. It is multicultural with well-established schools and amenities.
Skills & Qualifications Required: Appropriate specialist qualifications and Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians, or equivalent.Interest in Indigenous health and ability to work in a cross-cultural environment.Good verbal and written skills and the ability to work as part of a team.Ability to assume administrative and supervisory responsibilities.Eligible for specialist medical registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA).The Benefits: Competitive remunerationCareer progressionA unique challengeHow do I Apply:
Please forward your resume to Nicki Wade at ******. For more information about this and other opportunities, and for a confidential discussion, please contact Nicki Wade on 0401010048.
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