Neonatal Registrar 1-4 - August 2024 Start

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Neonatal Registrar

Employment Type: Full TimeClassification: REG 1 - 4 Salary:  $112,917 - $141,084 (Plus 11.5% Super) Duration: 12 months with possibility of extension

Location: The Canberra HospitalSection: Women, Youth and ChildrenClosing Date: 16 July 2024 

 ** Please note this is for an August 2024 start, with 6 or 12 month contract 

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·         Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital

·         Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions

·         Flexible working conditions

·         11.5% Superannuation

·         VISA/Sponsorship for eligible candidates

·         Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).

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You must be PGY 4 to commence in this position.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed 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 regions. More information can be found on the

The Neonatal Department of the Canberra Hospital is offering Neonatal Registrar positions, for one to two years (depending on training requirements). Neonatal trainees, paediatric basic and paediatric advanced trainees are encouraged to apply. In addition to neonatal and paediatric trainees, advanced trainees in emergency medicine, ICU and anaesthetics with appropriate clinical experience are encouraged to apply.

The Department provides neonatal care to the ACT and surrounding NSW regions. The Canberra Hospital has approximately 3500 deliveries per year and is the principal referral centre for high-risk pregnancies. It is the only tertiary care neonatal unit in the region, which has a delivery population of 10,000. The Canberra Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Special Care Nursery has 700-800 admissions per year, 300 requiring respiratory support with 15 planned intensive care beds/high dependency beds and 14 special care nursery beds. The department is supported by six Neonatologists, 3 neonatal advanced trainees, a SCMO, 9 Neonatal Registrar (paediatric basic/advanced trainees) and 3 SRMO positions. Involvement in Neonatal teaching and research is recommended and highly encouraged by the Canberra Hospital's management.

Neonatal Registrars will obtain wide experience in all levels of Neonatal Care in a well-supported and energetic environment. There is an active teaching and research program in both Paediatrics and Neonatology.

DUTIES

Under limited direction of the Clinical Director, you will:

1.  Provide competent and efficient clinical management of patients of the ACT Health Directorate under the supervision of Consultant Medical Practitioner(s). Clinical management will include acute admissions, in-patient care, outpatient clinics, inter-disciplinary consults, and clinical handover. Participate in the roster including day, evening, night, and weekend shifts.
2. Work within and support the multidisciplinary clinical team. Maintain a co-operative relationship with referral centres and other departments at the Canberra Hospital including paediatric medicine, paediatric surgery, emergency department, anaesthetics, and adult intensive care.
3. Demonstrate progress in training in the relevant specialty including participation in the neonatal teaching program and activities, timely completion of assessments and involvement in research.

4. Participate in the supervision and education of junior medical staff (junior registrars and SRMOs) and medical students.

5. Contribute to clinical audit and participate in changes that improve quality and safety of patient care.
6. Maintain adequate and legible medical records and ensure that the clinical team completes high quality, accurate discharge summaries and clinic letters in a timely manner.
7. Comply with the policies and requirements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and policies of the ACT Health Directorate. This includes the promotion and application of workplace relations, workplace equity and diversity and workplace safety.
8. 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

1.    Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills

2.    An ability to work respectfully in partnership within a multidisciplinary environment.

3.    Strong organisational skills with a high degree of drive

Adaptability and flexibility to accommodate change and provide responsive services to meet clients’ needs

Position Requirements/Qualifications:

·         Be registered or be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

·         Be registered under the Working for Vulnerable People Act.

·         Demonstrate commitment to training and continuing professional development including participation in relevant teaching programs, activities, and feedback opportunities,

·         To be eligible for this position you must be PGY 4 + at the commencement date of the role

• The successful applicant will need to be available for weekend and after-hours work.

• 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.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

·         Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.

·         Undergo a pre-employment Occupational Medicine assessment, screening & vaccination process

WHAT YOU REQUIRE

These are the key selection criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resumé and experience: 

1.    Demonstrated commitment to the maintenance and further development of skills applicable to the area of Neonatology, including involvement in further education and quality assurance activities.

2.    Well developed communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership where required.

3.    Demonstrate a commitment to research or audit with previous work or planned projects.

4.    A commitment to the importance and provision of teaching including medical, nursing, scientific and allied health professional staff at all levels including 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.

·         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.