Address Directorate
Canberra Health Services
Branch
Surgery
Section
Intensive Care
Position Number
P28592
Position Title
Intensive Care Registrar
Classification
Registrar 1-4
Vacancy Type
Full Time
Duration
12 months with possible extension
Location
The Canberra Hospital, Woden
North Canberra Hospital, Bruce
Base Annual Salary
$112,917 - $141,084
Contact Officer
Dr Manoj Singh, A/g Director ICU; ***********@act.gov.au
Closing Date
9 April 2024
Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind
POSITION OVERVIEW
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focused on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website:
CHS websiteNorth Canberra Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit is a tertiary level, mixed adult Intensive Care admitting over 2500 patients a year. The ICU is accredited by the College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM).A Registrar in Intensive Care Medicine plays a key role in the delivery of medical care to critically ill patients. Supervised by the Intensive Care specialists, provisional fellows and senior registrars, Intensive Care Registrars are expected to provide supervision for the critical care senior resident medical officers, as well as direct clinical care for patients.
We offer a structured teaching program tailored for the needs of the individual junior or advanced trainee while providing support from Staff Specialists experienced in the practice of Intensive Care Medicine. For those in the training program we can tailor the training experience to include rotations to Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital ICU in Nowra which is accredited for rural training through CICM, and medicine, anaesthesia, and ED rotations.
It is not expected that all appointees will be registered with the College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM), and trainees from ANZCA and FACEM may be considered suitable for appointment to this role. It is expected that an ICU registrar has some previous experience at a junior level in the ICU, such as previous resident medical officer in an Intensive Care Unit. It is also expected that an ICU registrar will have some basic airway skills and be familiar with the procedure of central line placement though may not hold competency for independent insertion at the commencement of their training year.
Our registrar positions are also accredited for training in Anaesthesia through FANZCA and Emergency Medicine through FACEM. A well-established helicopter retrieval service is associated with the campus, Capital Regional Retrieval Service.
Rotations may include:
· Emergency Medicine, Canberra Hospital Woden, North Canberra Hospital - Bruce
· Intensive Care Medicine, Canberra Hospital Woden, North Canberra Hospital - Bruce
DUTIES
Provide competent and efficient clinical management of patients of Canberra Health Services under the supervision and direction of Specialist Medical Practitioner’s. While clinical management includes acute admissions, in-patient care, attendance and participation in the Medical Emergency Team, inter-disciplinary consults and clinical handover.
Participate in the supervision, training and professional development of ICU junior medical staff and undergraduate medical students.
Training in the specialty including participation in the relevant teaching program and activities, timely completion of assessments and involvement in research.
Participate in the after-hours roster which includes night duty as required for the operational needs of the Intensive Care unit.;
Contribute to clinical audit and participate in changes that improve quality and safety of patient care.
Maintain adequate and legible medical records and ensure that the clinical team completes discharge summaries in a timely manner.
7. Undertake other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation.
ABOUT YOU
CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.
Behavioural Capabilities
The ability to efficiently manage and prioritise own workload.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to appropriately manage difficult conversations with patients and family members and create a safe and pleasant working environment within the unit.
High level interest in the teaching of medical students, interns and RMOs.
Position Requirements / Qualifications
· Be registered or be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);
· Have completed three years of post-graduate medical experience; and
Currency in an Advanced Life Support Course (if not at the time of appointment, to be attained within 3 months of commencement).
Participate and complete mandatory training set by ACT health and procedural credentialling program of the Intensive Care unit, Canberra hospital, North Side and Woden
CHS is leading the drive to digitally transform health service delivery in Australia through the implementation of a territory wide Digital Health Record. Computer literacy skills are required which are relevant to this role as you will be responsible for completing required documentation and becoming a proficient user of the Digital Health Record and/or other Information Technology systems; once proficient, you will need to remain current with changes, updates and contingencies.
You will need to understand how the (NSQHS) indicators align with this role.
You will need to fulfil the responsibilities of this role as detailed in the CHS , , and other .
· The successful candidate will be required to participate in the organisation’s Performance Review & Development Program which will include a regular review of the candidate’s performance against the responsibilities and key result areas associated with their position and a requirement to demonstrate appropriate behaviours which reflect a commitment to ACT health values and strategic directions.
Desirable
· Ability to rotate to regional units to satisfy College training requirements.
Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
· Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
· Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required.
· Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
· Comply with Canberra Health Services Credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for medical professionals.
WHAT YOU REQUIRE
These are the key selection criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resumé and experience.
Proven commitment to the maintenance and further development of skills applicable to the area of Intensive Care, including involvement in further education and quality assurance activities.
Post graduate medical and academic qualifications and experience relevant to the position.
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership where required.
A commitment to the importance and provision of teaching at all levels, including medical, nursing, scientific and allied health professional staff, both postgraduate and undergraduate.
5. Demonstrates understanding of, and adherence to, safety and quality standards, work, health and safety (WH&S) and the positive patient experience. Displays behaviour consistent with CHS’s values of reliable, progressive, respectful and kind.
HOW TO APPLY / OR WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment system. Applications must include a copy of a current resumé, and
· A pitch of no more than two pages outlining your skills, knowledge and experience and why you should be considered for this role. You should take into consideration the selection criteria under “what you require” when drafting your response.
Where possible include specific relevant examples of your work.
CHS Contact: Dr Manoj Singh, A/g Director ICU; ***********@act.gov.au
