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Form of workWA Country Health Service – South West
Location: Various locations within the South West region
Salary: MP Year 1-3 $343,987 - $365,808 p.a. pro rata or $659.40 -$701.16 per session (inclusive of base salary, 11% superannuation and PDL allowance)
Position Number: SWSMP2024
Closing Date: AWST 4.00PM Friday 28 June 2024
This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time or Sessional appointments at various hours per fortnight for 5 years, with the possibility of extension(s).
Western Australia’s Southern Forests and Valleys are calling for a team of Senior Medical Practitioner’s to join teams across South West – Inland health service.
Are you looking for a “tree change” as opposed to the “sea change” that has always been associated with the South West?
Do you want to relate to the land, nature and most importantly your patients? Joining the team in the South West – Inland will present redefined purpose and it may even by the place you never knew you wanted to relocate to!
There are currently positions available in the following health sites:
- Bridgetown Hospital
- Collie Health Service
- Donnybrook Health Service
- Harvey Health Service
- Warren Health Service
What is happening Inland?
Southwest – Inland health services are looking to strengthen their rural generalist workforce, with a strategic development for the South West – Inland to develop and become the next accredited training program for Rural Generalists / Generalist Practitioners.
Whether you are a fellow with the Royal Australia College of General Practice (RACGP) OR Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM), we are interested in you!
Regional profile:
WA Country Health Service (WACHS) - Inland Operations consists of eight hospitals, comprising two District Hospital, two small hospitals, three Multi-Purpose Sites (MPS) and one Nursing Post. Inland spans in the north from the southern boundary of the South Metropolitan Health Service near Harvey, to Northcliffe in the south. Inland has three district areas:
Blackwood - Covers the sites at Boyup Brook, Bridgetown and Nannup.
Wellington - Covers the sites at Collie, Harvey and Donnybrook.
Warren - Covers the sites at Manjimup (Warren), Pemberton and Northcliffe Nursing post.
Inland Services comprising Nursing, Allied Health and visiting Medical Practitioner services supported by Telehealth Services. Community Health, Community Mental Health and aged Care Services are provided across the Inland Directorate
We work very closely with all stakeholders in each town and across the Inland along with services providers located in the Regional centre at Bunbury.
The South West is famous for its rugged and beautiful shoreline, but there is so much more to explore inland. You will find a variety of activities that suit your interests and preferences, whether you are looking for adventure, culture, or relaxation.
The best part of being Inland, is that you are never too far away from the coast and beaches. You are only a drive away, where you can enjoy the sun, sand and crystal-clear waters on the weekends!
This is a recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:
- The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
- Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
- Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/09/2024.
This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time or Sessional appointments at various hours per fortnight for 5 years, with the possibility of extension(s).
Western Australia’s Southern Forests and Valleys are calling for a team of Senior Medical Practitioner’s to join teams across South West – Inland health service.
Are you looking for a “tree change” as opposed to the “sea change” that has always been associated with the South West?
Do you want to relate to the land, nature and most importantly your patients? Joining the team in the South West – Inland will present redefined purpose and it may even by the place you never knew you wanted to relocate to!
There are currently positions available in the following health sites:
- Bridgetown Hospital
- Collie Health Service
- Donnybrook Health Service
- Harvey Health Service
- Warren Health Service
What is happening Inland?
Southwest – Inland health services are looking to strengthen their rural generalist workforce, with a strategic development for the South West – Inland to develop and become the next accredited training program for Rural Generalists / Generalist Practitioners.
Whether you are a fellow with the Royal Australia College of General Practice (RACGP) OR Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM), we are interested in you!
Regional profile:
WA Country Health Service (WACHS) - Inland Operations consists of eight hospitals, comprising two District Hospital, two small hospitals, three Multi-Purpose Sites (MPS) and one Nursing Post. Inland spans in the north from the southern boundary of the South Metropolitan Health Service near Harvey, to Northcliffe in the south. Inland has three district areas:
Blackwood - Covers the sites at Boyup Brook, Bridgetown and Nannup.
Wellington - Covers the sites at Collie, Harvey and Donnybrook.
Warren - Covers the sites at Manjimup (Warren), Pemberton and Northcliffe Nursing post.
Inland Services comprising Nursing, Allied Health and visiting Medical Practitioner services supported by Telehealth Services. Community Health, Community Mental Health and aged Care Services are provided across the Inland Directorate
We work very closely with all stakeholders in each town and across the Inland along with services providers located in the Regional centre at Bunbury.
The South West is famous for its rugged and beautiful shoreline, but there is so much more to explore inland. You will find a variety of activities that suit your interests and preferences, whether you are looking for adventure, culture, or relaxation.
The best part of being Inland, is that you are never too far away from the coast and beaches. You are only a drive away, where you can enjoy the sun, sand and crystal-clear waters on the weekends!
This is a recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:
- The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
- Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
- Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/09/2024.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU
- Competitive salary package up to $400k+ inclusive of employer superannuation contributions and on-call/recall rates.
- Teaching Training and research opportunities are available through the South West TTR hub, the Rural Clinical School and University.
- Relocating from overseas or interstate? You may be eligible to receive a separate relocation incentive of up to $10,000 (Eligibility is subject to terms and conditions).
- Your mental wellbeing is equally as important as the patients you treat, as such WACHS promotes and encourages a healthy work life balance to ensure you are at your best each and every day!
- Save yourself a 2-hour drive back to Perth Airport and drive 30 minutes from Bunbury to Busselton Airport.
- With flights available 3 times a week to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport – you will only be one flight away from your next international (or domestic) getaway!
- Did you know you may be eligible to transfer your long service and sick leave over from other WA government, Commonwealth, or any other State of Australia government jurisdictions? (Entitlements transferred are subject to specific conditions, audit, and review of current Industrial Agreement guidelines and are assessed on a case-by-case basis)
- Are you relocating with your family? The region is home to a total of 100 public schools and tertiary education, ensuring your children will learn, grow, and prosper to fulfill their passion and dreams!
Selection Criteria: Please see the Job Description Form available at jobs.health.wa.gov.au.
For Further Job Related Information: Please contact Dr Kathleen Atkinson, Regional Director Medical Services via email on ***************@health.wa.gov.au or call 0467 355 ***.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online by clicking on the Apply button or apply via jobs.health.wa.gov.au.
Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact *********@health.wa.gov.au
