Address
Form of work
SalaryStaff Specialist, Permanent up to 1.0FTE (part time considered) | Salary: $262,376-$354,479 | REQ398946
Together, we can do more.
This permanent position is an opportunity for a dynamic Palliative Care Physician to provide expert medical assessment and management of patients in the Palliative Care Service within the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.
The Staff Specialist will be part of a team responsible for the provision of specialist Palliative Care services to community, emergency patients, consults service and inpatients. The successful applicant will proactively support the development of Palliative Care and end of life care services, facilitate a culture of learning, and support research within the department.
We’re looking for a qualified physician who will:
· Provide medical care of Palliative Care patients in the community, directly and through supporting other members of the multidisciplinary team
· Provide a hospital consult service for in-patients
· Provide medical care of Palliative Care patients admitted in the specialist Palliative Care unit
· Participate in out-patient clinics and provide support to the community Palliative Care teams.
· Participate in the Palliative Care after hours on call roster across ISLHD (Illawarra and Shoalhaven).
· Provide supervision to Advanced Trainees. Trainees, JMOs and medical students
Advanced Trainees that are expected to receive Fellowship within 6 months may be considered for this role and are encouraged to apply.
Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
ISLHD operate eight hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney is close by.
ISLHD Palliative Care Service overview
The ISLHD Palliative Care Service is committed to providing a high quality Palliative Care service with a model of care that is sustainable into the future. Over recent years, the service has undergone and implemented innovative changes to improve both the quality and efficacy of our service. We have a strong focus on staff wellbeing, and a collaborative work culture. The service strongly supports clinical research initiatives with multiple publications and presentations, emphasises evidence-based care, and values ongoing education, mentoring and professional development. The service is committed to creating a safe and nurturing culture for the training of junior staff.
Looking for more than just a salary?
Besides your salary, you’ll also have access to:
· Training, Education and Study Leave (TESL) – 25 calendar days per year and $38,000
· Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay
· Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
· - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
Apply now by addressing the selection criteria below and submitting your resume.
Selection Criteria:
1. Specialist registration or eligible for specialist registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
2. Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) and/or Fellowship of the Australasian Chapter of Palliative Medicine (FAChPM) and/or expecting Fellowship within 6 months.
3. Evidence of continuing medical education and self-monitoring/audit practices consistent with the scope of practice requirements of the position.
5. Demonstrated commitment to teaching and supporting wellbeing of medical staff/students
6. Demonstrate the skills and attitudes appropriate as a Senior Medical Practitioner including modelling a high standard of professional behaviour to junior medical staff.
7. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and harmoniously with medical and other health services colleagues as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and staff and to work as an effective member of the clinical team across multiple sites.
Need more information or help applying?
- View the
- Visit the
- Learn more about ISLHD’s commitment to equal employment opportunity and
- All NSW Health Category A workers are required to receive two doses of an approved or recognised COVID-19 vaccine registered for use by the Therapeutic Goods Administration to be considered compliant. You will be required to provide a record of your vaccination status if successful.
- Follow us on social media:
Enquiries about this position from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Candidates interested in this position must make their own enquiries and submit their own application.
For role related enquiries or questions contact:
Dr Angela Lo FRACP, FAChPM, AFRACMA, MMed PainMgt
Head of Palliative Care Service
Email:
For application enquiries contact:
Felicity Coupland
Workforce Support Officer
Email:
Applications close: 20 January 2024
