About the role

The Resident Medical Officer (RMO) participates in the provision, development and maintenance of an effective, efficient and equitable clinical service to West Moreton Health Service clients under the supervision and direction of the Director of the relevant department to which they are allocated.

The key responsibilities of the role are:

• Provide clinical care of patients, under the supervision of a Consultant/Registrar/PHO, as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team, including ensuring continuity of care both within the Department and with external service providers.
• Document relevant clinical information accurately, concisely and legibly in the patient chart in a time efficient manner
• Arrange investigations, surgical and medical treatment and discharge as directed by the Consultant, Registrar/PHO.
• Conduct day to day review of patients as directed
• Contribute to quality patient care by participation in case planning which includes appropriate pre-admission planning, in-hospital care and discharge planning
• Ensure that discharge summaries and other correspondence are completed with minimum delay
• Maintain good communications with all areas and disciplines within the health service and with local medical practitioners to ensure the smooth and effective operation of the hospital
• Actively contribute to maintaining a safe workplace that values the health and safety of co-workers, clients or visitors.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with particular reference to effective communication and courtesy when interacting with patients, relatives, general public and health care colleagues.
• A commitment to participate in on-going educational activities
• Sound theoretical knowledge, practical skills and ethical behaviour required of a medical practitioner
• To comply with and utilise contemporary human resource managements and practices, including workplace health and safety, equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination policies.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16(PDF) ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/150120/hed-0116.pdf )

 About West Moreton Health

 West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community ÔÇô┬á Follow this link ( https://www.westmoreton.health.qld.gov.au/futurefocus )┬á

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/employment/conditions/salary/sacrifice )
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.