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Form of workAbout the role
The purpose of this role is to;
- The Principal House Officer (PHO) participates in the provision, development and maintenance of an effective, efficient and equitable clinical service to Metro North patients under the supervision and direction of the Director, Consultants and Registrars in procedural services.
- A STARs surgical (Plastic Surgery interest) PHO position will allow the successful candidate to be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team covering Plastic Surgery and other multiple surgical subspecialities.
- Provide clinical care to patients of the hospital and acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to develop clinical expertise. This is a non-training position. It is anticipated that candidates applying for this role have an interest in pursuing a career in Plastic Surgery.
- Be involved in the care of patients under the Plastic Surgery team, as well as assist in operating theatre and outpatient clinics. Assist other members of the surgical team as needed.
- Supervise and assist with the training of junior staff and undergraduates.
- Collect and maintain records for the purposes of morbidity and mortality meetings of patients being treated at STARS.
- Participate in the on-call roster at STARS.
About you
You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following values within the context of the “Key Accountabilities”. The ideal applicant will be able to demonstrate the following:
- Respect – demonstrates interpersonal savvy, manages conflict appropriately, communicates effectively and balances the needs of all stakeholders with utmost respect to all people at all times
- Teamwork – collaborates effectively, develops talent, values differences and builds effective teams to bring about best use of resources to deliver healthcare services
- Compassion – is patient focussed, demonstrates self-awareness and the effects of behaviour on others, deals with or manages ambiguity and complexity, demonstrates resilience in the delivery of patient services or support in the delivery of services to patients
- High Performance – cultivates innovation, is action oriented, drives results and supports Metro North Health's vision and purpose to exceed expectations of our patients and stakeholders
- Integrity – demonstrates sound decision quality, ensures accountability, demonstrates courage in the face of adversity and works effectively to ensure work output and decisions are ethical and invariably of a high standard
Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Medical Board of Australia. Certified copies of the medical certificates and relevant information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Job ad reference number: STR547550
Close date: 22/03/24
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
