Medical Education Officer

Medical Education Officer

Permanent Full-Time Position

Postgraduate Medical Education

Hospital Profile:                                                                

Joondalup Health campus, (JHC) is a 722- bed facility owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, Australia’s largest and most respected private hospital operator. Treating both public and private patients, JHC provides comprehensive acute medical care to the community within Perth’s rapidly expanding northern corridor. With such a large hospital to operate, JHC currently employs over 3,200 staff, with numbers continually increasing to meet the demand for services.

Located on the coast just 25 kilometres north of Perth’s CBD, the hospital is extremely well situated and its management supports and encourages medical staff to achieve work-life balance, while actively supporting their professional development.

For more information, please visit www.joondaluphealthcampus.com.au

Position Profile:

Due to organisational expansion, an exciting opportunity has become available for an enthusiastic and motivated Medical Education Officer (MEO) to join our team. We are looking for a motivated individual who will be committed to upholding and promoting the Ramsay Way core values whilst making a positive contribution to the education framework requirements.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work in a team and a commitment to the welfare and education of junior doctors.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the accreditation, organisation and evaluation of Medical Education and training of junior doctors
• Oversee educational activities, orientation and external education programs for medical staff (including annual orientation week)
• Manage MedApp electronic platform as a central repository for medical resources and assessment recording
• Coordinate and administer the daily activities of the Postgraduate Medical Education Department (PGME)
• Assist the Director Postgraduate Medical Education (DPGME) and the Directors of Clinical Training (DCT’s) with the organisation of training and the supervision of junior medical staff (interns, residents and registrars) in accordance with the requirements of the Postgraduate Medical Council of Western Australia (PMCWA)

Statement of duties:

• Coordinate, organise and evaluate Medical Educational support for and training of junior doctors
• Plan, organise, execute and evaluate orientation programs for junior medical staff
• Organise, run, assess and develop education for junior doctors, in conjunction with the DPGME and DCT’s
• Assist individual departments with the development and evaluation of educational programs
• Liaise with the PMCWA, other MEOs and the Department of Health (DoH) to help develop educational and organisational initiatives to support and facilitate junior doctor training
• Develop professional relationships with junior medical staff in order to provide career support and mentoring. Identify junior doctors in difficulty and refer them to appropriate support services
• Prepare for and oversee the regular accreditation surveys undertaken by PMCWA
• Represent PGME on relevant committees throughout the hospital, PMCWA and DoH
• Take responsibility for tracking expenditure for Medical Education programs
• Other duties as determined by the DPGME

Essential Criteria:

• Experience in education and training program development, and implementation and evaluation in health or related fields
• Demonstrated highly developed communication and interpersonal skills (both oral and written) including demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to generate enthusiasm, a resourceful and resilient personality and an approachable and tactful manner
• Proficient computing skills, including Microsoft Office Suite in particular Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
• Exceptional organisation skills and initiative

Desirable:

• Possession of tertiary qualifications in an education or health discipline or relevant work experience
• Knowledge of current Australian Medical Council Framework and its national rollout
• Knowledge of the roles of junior medical staff in teaching hospitals and/or associated health care facilities
• Current knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements in the areas of Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Occupational Safety and Health, and how these impact on employment, people management and service delivery
• Knowledge and understanding of education program evaluation

What's in it for you? 

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression. 

Discounts:  Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental. 

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7. 

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more. 

How to Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Please click the Apply button within this ad to lodge an application ensuring your application addresses the selection criteria.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Requirements

Everyone who joins Ramsay:

• Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases

For further information or enquiries please phone Michelle Karsdorp (08) 9400 93***or email *********@ramsayhealth.com.au

Closing Date: Monday 1st April, 2024 at 1700 (AWST)