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REQ465008
Staff Specialist in Rehabilitation Medicine
John Hunter Hospital
Permanent part time 0.5 FTE (20 hours per week)
This role will provide consultancy level clinical and related service delivery in co-ordination with other Consultants in Rehabilitation Medicine, Medical & Interventional Services at John Hunter Hospital, to deliver ongoing high quality specialised rehabilitation services.
This is an opportunity to work for the largest local health district in NSW servicing a population of 900,000+ across the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast areas. John Hunter Hospital is a Level 6, tertiary referral, major trauma and teaching hospital and is the largest hospital in Hunter New England Local Health District with approximately 650 beds and growing and we have strong, innovative connections with Hunter Medical Research Institute and University of Newcastle.
Our ideal candidate:
- A primary medical degree registered with AHPRA and Fellowship of the Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians [FAFRM (RACP)] or within three (3) months of completion of Fellowship.
- Demonstrated recent and comprehensive experience in Rehabilitation Medicine, including Rehabilitation Medicine skills in clinical service delivery including rehabilitation goals and management plans (including transition to the community) for a broadly based patient case mix
- Be able to delivery of programs for general rehabilitation as well as some specialist programs including traumatic brain injury, amputations, spinal cord impairment and stroke
- Will have knowledge and application of Functional Independence Measure (FIM) / Australian Rehabilitation Outcomes Centre (AROC) data collection and usage
What we can offer you:
Hunter New England Local Health District is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry we provide a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast. Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits:
- John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Salary packaging options
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Why live and work in Newcastle? – We have an idyllic lifestyle in the perfect location!
We are New South Wales’ second largest city in a prime coastal location and are proud to boast about our stunning beaches, gorgeous coastline, NSW’s largest Lake, National Parks, beautiful architecture and varied dining options – there is so much to explore and enjoy. We are just two hours’ drive north of Sydney with great flight and train connections to other capital cities and international destinations. We enjoy a temperate climate, mild winters and warm summers, which adds to the liveability of our Hunter Valley region. Our region includes a world class university, superb sporting facilities and team, award winning attractions and restaurants along and numerous public, private and school options. Don't take our word for how wonderful our area is - discover for yourself! Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter Valley regions.
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Applications Close: 11 February 2024
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time positions
For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:
Dr Michael Pollack, Director Rehabilitation Medicine, John Hunter Hospital via EA (02) 4921 4***
Application Enquiries: Stacey Burbridge, HNELHD Senior Medical Recruitment
E: ***************@health.nsw.gov.au Ph: 02 498 53***
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