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Description
Directorate
Canberra Health Services
Branch
Cancer & Ambulatory Services
Section
Clinical Haematology
Position Number
P45707
Position Title
Prevocational Medical Education Officer (PMEO)
Classification
Specialist 1-5 / Senior Specialist
Vacancy Type
Temporary Part Time – 0.2 FTE
Duration
3 years
Location
The Canberra Hospital, Garran ACT
Remuneration Package
$292,056 - $394,020 inclusive of salary, applicable allowances and 11.5% super
Note: Starting salary will be negotiated within this classification for the successful candidate, depending on experience and expertise
Base Annual Salary
Specialist 1-5 / Senior Specialist - $188,151 - $254,198
Contact Officer
Luke Streitberg (02) 5124 3374, luke.streitberg@act.gov.au
Closing Date
13 April 2023
Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind
POSITION OVERVIEW
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website: CHS website
The CHS Medical Services Group (MSG) includes Medical Imaging, Pharmacy, Healthcare Technology Management, MOSCETU, the GP Liaison Unit (GPLU) and the CHS Library.
MOSCETU has responsibility for:
The development, co-ordination, management, and facilitation of the Junior Medical Officer (JMO) Education and Training Program including welfare and support.
The Simulation Unit provides assistance for clinicians to practice skills and processes in a safe learning environment. Simulation allows practice of both technical and non-technical skills without the fear of causing harm. Simulation is able to enhance the confidence of learners, boost morale, and improves patient safety and outcomes. The Simulation Unit is responsible for assisting with and supporting the development, implementation, and evaluation of simulation.
Manage the recruitment, rostering and administration related to the Junior Medical workforce.
The process for credentialing and defining the scope of clinical practice of senior doctors and dentists seeking an appointment or re-appointment to a public health facility in the ACT and the process for the management of a complaint or concern about the clinical competence of a senior doctor or dentist working in a public health facility in the ACT. The unit also manages the work of the ACT Health Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC). It also provides ad-hoc clinical governance advice to the Executive Director Medical Services, Canberra Health Services Chief Executive Officer and ACT Health’s Director-General.
The PMEO reports to the Director Prevocational Education and Training and has direct line management through the Director of MOSCETU. The position is responsible for supporting the training and clinical supervision of Junior Medical Officers (JMOs) in their first two years following graduation (Post Graduate Year (PGY) 1 and 2).
Medical Staff in the Canberra Health Services enjoy excellent conditions, and our Enterprise Agreement is available at https://www.health.act.gov.au/careers/applying-work-us/enterprise-agreements
Strong research links are maintained with the ANU, University of Canberra and the Australian Catholic University. All specialties are represented with the exception of organ transplantation. The hospital has well developed post graduate teaching programs. A fully equipped medical library is available on site with a large collection of hard copy and on line journals and textbooks.
The preferred candidate may be considered for a conjoint position in ANU at an academic level commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The academic position will be held for the duration of the Canberra Health Services employment and will be subject to regular performance reviews. No remuneration is attached to the University position. The employee will be responsible to the University on academic matters and to The Canberra Hospital & Health Services / Canberra Health Services for clinical/ research matters.
For more information in relation to conjoint positions with the ANU please contact Professor Paul Fitzgerald, Director, ANU School of Medicine and Psychology (02) 6125 2622 director.smp@anu.edu.au
DUTIES
Provide professional leadership and mentorship, and support and advocacy to the JMOs, particularly those experiencing difficulties.
Liaise with and be a resource to term supervisors, consultant staff, the DPET and MOSCETU, including but not limited to assisting with term assessment processes, performance management, and liaison with the Medical Roster Team in the coordination of pod rosters.
Assist in the provision of the overarching prevocational education program, including ongoing development and evaluation.
Assist with the Canberra Region Medical Education Council (CRMEC) accreditation function for CHS, and regularly attend meetings on behalf of CHS including the Prevocational Education Training Committee (PETC).
Undertake other duties as directed, within the approved scope of clinical practice ensuring the delivery of high-quality person and family centred, safe and high-quality patient care.
Undertake other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation.
ABOUT YOU
CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, or Questioning (LGBTIQ) are particularly encouraged to apply.
Position Requirements/Qualifications:
For employment at either the Specialist 1-5 or Senior Specialist
Registered or eligible for registration as a medical practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner’s Regulation Agency (AHPRA), in the relevant specialty with no conditions, undertakings or reprimands.
Fellowship of a Specialist Medical College is highly desirable.
CHS is leading the drive to digitally transform health service delivery in Australia through the implementation of a territory wide Digital Health Record. Computer literacy skills are required which are relevant to this role as you will be responsible for completing required documentation and becoming a proficient user of the Digital Health Record and/or other Information Technology systems; once proficient, you will need to remain current with changes, updates, and contingencies.
You will need to understand how the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) indicators align with this role.
You will need to fulfil the responsibilities of this role as detailed in the CHS Exceptional Care Framework, Clinical Governance Framework, Partnering With Consumers Framework and other related frameworks.
Not be the subject of an unresolved scope of clinical practice review of by a state/territory credentialing and scope of clinical practice committee (such as the CHS Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee) or a current inquiry by AHPRA.
Have had no substantiated performance or behavioural issues in the last three years, no such matters currently under investigation, and have not been found to display behaviours and/or performance inconsistent with CHS values.
For Senior Specialist we will also expect that you:
Have demonstrated advanced clinical experience outlined in a CV that clearly and comprehensively outlines the applicant’s professional history.
Have been employed at the equivalent of a Specialist Band 5 for a period of at least three years.
Have demonstrated their advanced ability to provide leadership to their colleagues through either clinical or administrative means.
Have gained demonstrable advanced experience and attained such ability in the relevant speciality that is acceptable to CHS, to justify a recommendation for advancement to Senior Specialist by the Review Panel.
Be able to demonstrate their ability to undertake duties and responsibilities deemed by CHS as those expected of a Senior Specialist.
Be able to demonstrate that they are performing at a level consistent with this competency framework.
Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
Be granted their Scope of Clinical Practice through the CHS Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC).
Undergo a pre-employment Police check.
Obtain a Compliance Certificate from OMU (Occupational Medicine Unit) relating to assessment, screening & vaccination processes against specified infectious diseases.
WHAT YOU REQUIRE
These are the key selection criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resumé and experience:
Proven experience in medical education, including a strong understanding of contemporary issues in prevocational junior medical officer education requirements and training pathways.
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills to build functional working relationships and to liaise with a range of stakeholders, both clinical and administrative.
Demonstrates ability to work cohesively within a small team, displaying strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Possesses knowledge of the CRMEC, or equivalent, accreditation processes and requirements, and industrial frameworks related to performance management of Junior Medical Officers.
Demonstrates understanding of, and adherence to, safety and quality standards, work, health and safety (WH&S) and the positive patient experience. Displays behaviour consistent with CHS’s values of reliable, progressive, respectful and kind.
To be considered for a Senior Specialist position, you will also be assessed against two or more of the following selection criteria:
Clinical: Show advanced clinical expertise in their speciality area, which may include the ability to work without supervision, as recognised by their peers.
Safety and Quality: Provide leadership through:
a demonstrated ability to be effective in leading safety and quality activities, including experience relevant to specialist college accreditation
providing senior medical input to the safety and quality activities of the medical unit and clinical division, and
participating actively in specialist college accreditation, as overseen by the Australian Medical Council.
Teaching: Provide senior input using demonstrated experience in the development and provision of teaching and training at CHS and services in the surrounding region.
Research: Undertake speciality-specific research and/or have relevant publications of research in a respected health or medical journal.
Administrative functions: Support the medical unit director in the administration of the unit and provide senior medical input to the development of policies and practices of the unit.
HOW TO APPLY / OR WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment system. Applications must include a copy of a current resumé, and
A response to the selection criteria under “what you require” in no more than two pages.
Where possible include specific relevant examples of your work.
For consideration at the Senior Specialist level you will require the above and:
applicants must also provide two detailed supporting statements from referees including:
A supporting statement from the relevant medical unit director or equivalent, attesting to:
the applicant’s ability to work at a senior level in the relevant unit or department,
compliance with CHS policy and guidance documents, and
behaviour consistent with CHS’ values
A supporting statement from a second referee who is a Senior Specialist.
Job: Senior Medical Officers
Salary Range: 185,645.00 - 250,812.00
Closing Date: 13/Apr/2023, 8:59:00 AM
