AddressAbout the role
Mater Hospital Brisbane is seeking a Principal House Officer (PHO) in General Surgery to practice on a full-time basis commencing 5th August 2024 until February 2025.
Mater comprises a unique collocation of two public and four private hospitals, and our organisation provides care for over 500,000 patients each year. Located in beautiful, sunny Brisbane in South East Queensland, the city boasts a wide range of cultural attractions. Mater is a teaching hospital of the University of Queensland and clinicians are eligible for academic appointment to the university.
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation plus access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900
What you’ll be doing
Surgical PHOs are expected to provide surgical care to patients within the Mater Adult General Surgery Department.
The successful applicant should be competent at history taking, physical examination, ordering appropriate investigations, implementing appropriate management plans and conducting minor surgical procedures with consultant supervision.
You should be aware of quality and safety practices relevant to a Surgical Department.
About you
To be considered for the position applicants should have:
- General medical registration with AHPRA, or at least 12 months of practice in Australia or a region of Competent Authority as determined by AHPRA
- At least 3 years postgraduate experience
- Experience within a surgical department in an acute hospital setting.
The successful applicant will also need to be available to cover night shifts.
Why join us?
Mater is Queensland’s largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.
We are a leader in healthcare, education, and research — and that’s because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE
- Increase your take-home pay via Salary Packaging by allocating applicable living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income
- Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via Salary Packaging
- Access to leading education and professional development through Mater Education
- Flexible working arrangements
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care team
- Discounts to local and national businesses/venues for dining, retail, travel & accommodation, other
- Access to on-site, discounted parking
- Discounts at various on-campus cafés and coffee venues
For further information specific to the position, please contact Emily Melnikoff, Division of Surgical Services ****@mater.org.au
Closing date for applications is 2nd July 2024.
Please note we will be reviewing and contacting applicants prior to closing date so please ensure you apply now!
