About the role

In the position of Principal House Officer, you will be expected to participate in the provision of high quality urgent care services within Ripley Satellite Hospital under the supervision of our Senior Medical Officers. This requires an applicant who can provide primary health care and emergency medicine, despite limited onsite investigations available. This position is based at the Ripley Satellite Hospital.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a new facility, providing high quality acute primary care medical services in West Moreton Health.

The Principal House Officer provides clinical services in a service that is innovative, encourages participation in treatment and care aimed at achieving demonstratable improvement in patient outcomes.

About you

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

• Passion for providing excellent clinical care to your community as a Principal House Officer.
• Experience in delivering quality care in a primary care environment, outpatients setting, and an Emergency Department across a variety of acuity and care needs.
• Knowledge and practical application of the National Quality & Safety Standards through the delivery of safe and quality focussed patient centred care.
• Excellent communication and team work skills across a variety of settings including in an emergency.

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 )
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association within Australia. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
• Possession of a medical degree registered or eligible for general registration with AHPRA.

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 –  Follow this link ( https://www.westmoreton.health.qld.gov.au/futurefocus ) 

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.