About the role

• This position is to play a key role in the delivery of a high quality geriatric and general medicine service within The Prince Charles Hospital. There is scope to develop new models of care as part of this role.
• The successful applicant will participate, if requested, in the provision of services in Clinical Service Networks (CSNs) within the Metro North Hospital and Health Service (HHS). Active participation in clinical teaching, research activities and quality assurance is also required.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following within the context of the “key accountabilities” found in the role description:

• The successful applicant must have Scope of Clinical Practice (SoCP) awarded by a Metro North Hospital and Health Service Credentialing and SoCP committee. Information presented for application will be presented to the committee during the selection process, and all appointments are subject to maintenance of SoCP for the facilities in which clinical work is to be undertaken. This process must be completed prior to commencement.
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration as a dual trained General Physician and Geriatrician with the Medical Board of Australia (or working towards this). Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager prior to the commencement of clinical duties (mandatory).

While not mandatory, a research degree and / or post graduate doctorate (PhD) would be desirable

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers ( https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers )

Job ad reference number: PCH559252
Close date: Friday, 24 May 2024

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED