Position SummaryPosition Title - HMO
Bacchus Marsh HospitalEmployment Type - Temporary Fixed Term 6-12 monthsLocation - Western Health
Bacchus MarshAbout the RoleThe
Bacchus Marsh (BM) campus at Western Health offers a rare introduction to rural generalist experience in a location close to Melbourne. We employ a broad group of clinicians, including all allied health disciplines and pharmacy onsite, and promote a strong culture of teamwork, adopting the principle that we are all part of a large work family that respects and supports each other.Two HMO positions are available commencing February 2025. The roles cover 2 key areas of the hospital. For 3 months the candidate is expected to work in the Urgent Care Centre (UCC) and for 3 months cover the Medical Surgical Ward (MSU). Rostering is only on weekdays (business hours, Monday to Friday)) with no evening or after-hours requirement. We welcome both full-time and part time applications, and are flexible at accommodating individual personal needs. Appointments to BM will be 6 months but there is the potential to extend to12 months if desired.When working on the 18-bed MSU, the successful applicants will be caring for low-acuity, low-complexity patients typically comprising:
- 1-2 UCC short-stay
- 3-4 general medical/rehabilitation
- 2 palliative care
- 1 drug and alcohol detox
- 8-10 post operative surgical inpatients (orthopaedic, ENT, urology, general surgery)
The ward role will be well supported and supervised by the admitting GPs/physicians and surgical teams including an on-site surgical registrar, ward GPs/Physicians and Urgent Care Career
Medical Officer's (CMOs).In the UCC you will experience a wide range of interesting and varied clinical presentations that are mixed (but predominantly low) acuity. You will have ample opportunity to initiate and be involved in the care of a diverse mix of patients, including children. Approximately 30% of the presentations to UCC are Paediatric. You will be well supported by Urgent Care CMO's and there is a direct phone line to Sunshine and Footscray Emergency Departments. Specialty registrars are also available for 24/7 phone consult support.We have an active Emergency simulation program providing regular opportunities to develop clinical and management skills, and consolidate learning. There will be 5 hours/week of protected teaching time and all local specialties will participate in the education program. There are many opportunities to be involved in quality improvement, and morbidity and mortality meetings to help broaden your experience.The Medical-Surgical Unit and Urgent Care Department Placement Experience at
Bacchus Marsh can be credited towards a Rural Generalist Term (RACGP and ACRRM) or Training towards ACEM Emergency Certificate and Diploma. For a suitable candidate who is interested in doing the Diploma we could offer a 12 month position instead of 6. There are also opportunities for early exposure to your discipline of choice prior to a rural generalist advanced skill year (anaesthetics, obstetrics, emergency or palliative care). Potential candidates can express their interest in pursuing either the certificate or diploma in advance at the time of application or once they have commenced their role with us when an individual learning plan will be created in conjunction with the Director of UCC.Applications close at 11:59pm on 26 July 2024.
About UsOur workforce of over 13,000 employees are driven by our values of 'Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety' (CARES). We value our people and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop. Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience.Western Health is in a period of rapid growth. Our services comprise of four acute public hospitals: Footscray Hospital, Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Williamstown Hospital and
Bacchus Marsh & Melton Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Day Hospital, Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care, as well as community health centres in Melton, Caroline Springs and
Bacchus Marsh and a range of mental health and community-based services. We care for a diverse community of more than 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics.Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as:
- Professional development support
- Career advancement opportunities
- Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
- Work-life balance
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation status clearance (including evidence of COVID 19 vaccination) and (if applicable) a Working with Children's Check.Western Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies.
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