Job DescriptionLocation: Melbourne | Parkville
Job type: Part time
Organisation: Austin Health
Salary: $150 - $155
Occupation: Nursing and Aged Care
Reference: 2303
About the roleWe are seeking a Specialist Geriatrician to work across a diverse range of services, including acute inpatient care, GEM inpatient beds, specialist clinics, and community admitted beds.
The role involves supporting the Emergency Department, providing consultative services, and gaining experience in all aspects of Geriatric Medicine.
Ideal for a new graduate looking to transition into consultative practice within a major tertiary health service.
A regular day sees you:Provide leave cover and manage the admission, care, and safe discharge of patients.Collaborate with medical, allied health, nursing, and other staff to deliver efficient, high-quality care.Maintain clear communication with patients, families, general practitioners, and community providers.Ensure thorough, legible, and timely documentation in patient records, including signed and dated entries.Actively engage in case discussions, discharge planning, and quality improvement activities.Participate in mandatory training, weekend/evening cover rosters, and foster teamwork and positive staff engagement.Core Scope of Clinical PracticeProcedures, therapies and competencies that a Fellow from the respective specialist medical college would be competent in practicing:
Acute medical care of the older patient.Management of geriatric syndromes.Pharmacology and polypharmacy issues in the management of older people.Acute and long-term management of neurodegenerative disorders and stroke in the older person.Coordination and management of the rehabilitation of the older person.Specialist care for the older person with complex or multifactorial problems in the community setting.Assessment of the care requirements for the older person who may require community or residential care.About youYou will be someone who has excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to excellence in patient care.
You'll bring energy and drive to your work, and have a keen interest in developing your skillset.
Registration as a Medical Practitioner in Australia with AHPRA.Current Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians or equivalent.Completed training and experience in Geriatric Medicine.Commitment to high-quality patient care and involvement in research or clinical audit.Experience in teaching and training medical, technical, and nursing staff at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.Active participation in relevant departmental, organizational, and external meetings.Strong teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills.Proficiency in information technology, including clinical systems.A solid understanding and commitment to Clinical Governance.Our benefitsWorking at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day.
Our people receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:
Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging.A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you.Mentoring and career development opportunities.Onsite childcare, easy access via public transport, car parking and end of journey facilities for cyclists.Work with us!We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People.
We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities.
We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures.
If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check.
Application closing date: Friday 10 January 2025
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