Principal House Officer (Surgery)

Are you a PHO with a special interest in Surgery? The Rockhampton Hospital have an exciting 12 month opportunity for the right Candidate!
The Rockhampton Hospital has four operating theatres and two procedure rooms. The operating theatre complex is supported by a 6 bed ICU/HDU. The Department is accredited for specialist training and is heavily involved in teaching and research.
There's more to the Rockhampton Region than clear skies and warm weather. With a thriving community, plenty of natural attractions to check out, an average of over 300 days of sunshine each year and the friendliest people in Queensland, the Rockhampton Region offers locals and visitors alike a world of possibilities.
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Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Medical
Classification L4-L7
Workplace Location Rockhampton region
Job ad reference QLD/RK4C552763
Closing date 30-Apr-2024
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration ASAP until 2 February 2025
Contact person Dr Michael Lamparelli
Contact details (07) 4920 6235
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About us:
Rockhampton Hospital is a 305-bed facility and is the main referral hospital for Central Queensland, now providing integrated cancer care services in Central Queensland in the newly established building boasting state of the art medical equipment. The other primary hospitals within the health service are Gladstone, Emerald, Yeppoon and Biloela together with many smaller rural units transfer patients through to Rockhampton for specialist care and investigation.
Specialist Medical Services offered at the Rockhampton Hospital include Emergency Medicine, General Medicine, Cardiology, Renal Medicine, Palliative Care, Psychiatry, Rehabilitation, Geriatric Medicine, Paediatrics, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Urology, ENT, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Intensive Care and Anaesthetics. There are also a range of clinical services provided on a visiting basis from tertiary hospitals in Queensland.
About the role:
The Registrar\Principal House Officer assists the staff specialists and senior medical staff in the management of surgical patients with acute and urgent illness and injury.
About you:
To be successful in this role you must have MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.

• Clinical experience and skills or interest in developing skills in General Surgery.
• Demonstrated skills in reviewing, analysing and evaluating patient care.
• High level of verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to all levels of staff and hospital clients from a variety of backgrounds.

What we offer:
Salary information:
Total remuneration value of up to $160,859 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary between $125,808 - $138,571 p.a.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Education Opportunities – Study and Research
• Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
For assistance, contact and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK4C552763.
Applications close: Tuesday, 30 April 2024.
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Documents
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Information Package for Applicants
Role Description