Specialist Cardiologist

We are currently looking for multiple full time Interventional Cardiology Staff Specialists to join the dynamic team at Canberra Hospital for a 12-month contract with possible extension. The Department of Cardiology is a well-established service with 14 consultant medical staff positions, four Accredited Cardiology Advanced Trainees, and two Unaccredited Cardiology Advanced Trainees, in addition to Basic Physician Trainees and other Junior Medial Officers. They work as part of a large multidisciplinary team including specialist nursing staff, cardiac physiologists, cardiac sonographers, administrative staff, and the cardiac rehabilitation team.

You will be:

  • Providing clinical services to clients and participate in the clinics and on-call rosters for the Cardiology service.

This includes, a. Management of patients referred to the cardiology outpatient clinics, including timely triaging, consultation, diagnosis, reporting and treatment of cardiac conditions (e.g., medical clinics, Holter monitoring, Exercise Stress Testing, and implantable device monitoring).

b. Participation in on-call rosters.

c. Contributing to direct cardiology inpatient care, patient consultation requests from other units and timely ward rounds to ensure patient management is safe, optimal and expedited.

d. Participation in the coronary interventional services in the Cardiac Catheter Laboratories, including 24/7 primary PCI roster and regular Cath lab sessions Additional training and experience in structural heart intervention is desirable.

  • Assisting the Cardiology Unit Directors to ensure appropriate clinical governance mechanisms are in place for the Department.
  • Actively engage in quality and safety activities, service redesign, and model of care development for the Department and the Division
  • Contributing to regular teaching and training of Cardiology Advanced Trainees and the multidisciplinary clinical team and promote clinical research within the Cardiology Department.
  • Undertaking other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) delivers tertiary cardiology and cardiac intervention services to an estimated 620,000 individuals living in the ACT and surrounding Southern NSW Local Health Districts. Consumers accessing Cardiology in Building 5 include adults of all ages, acuity, frailty, and disability, who may present for diagnosis and treatment for a range of acute and chronic cardiac conditions.

The coronary care unit is a 19-bed unit which has over 2000 admissions annually. The cardiology outpatient service provides up to 4,500 episodes of care annually with increasing demand each year. There is a close working relationship with our cardiothoracic surgical unit.

The Interventional Cardiology Service includes two dedicated cardiac catheter laboratories which undertake over 800 coronary interventional procedures and over 1,600 angiography procedures annually. It provides a 24/7 service for primary PCI for acute ST elevation myocardial infarction for the region. A structural heart disease program is being developed. The service also provides simple and complex cardiac device implantation service and follow up. Clinical cardiac electrophysiology services were commenced in April 2019 with complex ablation procedures.

Construction is underway for a state-of-the-art Heart Care Centre, incorporating Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery services in the Acute Cardiac Care Unit (ACCU) and Interventional Cardiology Laboratory (ICL) as part of the Canberra Hospital Expansion Project (scheduled for completion in 2024).

Centred within the cultural hub of Australia, Canberra is based in the Australian Capital Territory and is the perfect place to build a new life or raise a family. Canberra hosts an array of sport and recreational activities, with accessible outdoor and natural spaces all within a smaller city filled with leaders, educators. Canberra is also a great access point to exploring the rest of Australia, with major cities like Sydney and Melbourne just a short flight away.

  • Be registered or be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). 
  • Hold a Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in Cardiology or an equivalent higher specialist qualification. 
  • Fellowship in interventional cardiology with adequate experience in managing routine and complex interventions. Additional training and experience in structural heart intervention is desirable. 
  • Extensive clinical experience in the practice of General Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology to manage the varied caseloads and case mix, and to practice evidence-based person-centred care, along with a demonstrated commitment to the maintenance and further development of these skills. 
  • Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, all aspects of clinical governance relevant to the specialty.
  • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital. 
  • Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. 
  • Flexible working conditions. 
  • 11.5% Superannuation. 
  • VISA/Sponsorship for eligible candidates. 
  • Reimbursement of relocation expenses subject to the hiring managers approval.

Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment firm that delivers qualified medical professionals wherever they are needed in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. We are a quality accredited firm with years of industry experience supporting communities and assisting medical professionals in their work and careers. To learn more about Skilled Medical please visit us at

For further information, please send your most up to date CV to Jonathan Gregory by selecting the 'Apply' button below, or please call a member of our permanent team in London on +44 (0) 333 444 2000 or in Australia on 1300 900 100.

The Australian Asian Association Of Wa Inc Job Ad Position Community Worker ANZSCO Company The Australian Asian Association Of Wa Inc Location Australia We are seeking a dedicated Community Worker to join our team at The Australian Asian Association Of Wa Inc. As a Community Worker, you will be responsible for providing support and assistance to individuals and families within the Spanish Speaking and Asian community in Western Australia. Tasks So, what is a day in the life of a Community Support Worker like? No two days are the same - every day will be different in this fast-paced and dynamic role. Duties and tasks includes: Community Support: Supporting our clients on community outings, e.g., shopping trips, excursions, lunches, appointments, and goal-based activities. Transport: Escorting our clients to medical and allied health appointments, hospital visits, and respite care. Domestic Support: Cleaning, tidying, and changing bedding to ensure a safe, clean, and sanitized environment for our clients. Food Preparation: Preparing, cooking, and serving meals. Study the care plan and implement the support, education and training program in place Observe, monitor and record the progress of clients through case notes for every shift. Building relationships with community members Assessing needs and developing tailored support Monitoring and evaluating program outcomes Maintaining accurate records and reports Keeping up-to-date with relevant policies and regulations Qualification Requirements Certificate III in Community /Aged Care Previous experience working in a community-based role is a requirement. Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Knowledge of cultural diversity and sensitivity Must be able to Communicate in Spanish and English Benefits Competitive salary -$70,000.00 PA Professional development opportunities Supportive work environment Salary Packaging Making a meaningful impact in the Spanish/Asian community Apply Here (Link to application page) Recruiter Email (Recruiter's Email Address) Benefits Competitive salary -$70,000.00 PA Professional development opportunities Supportive work environment Salary Packaging Making a meaningful impact in the Spanish/Asian community Task & Responsibilities So, what is a day in the life of a Community Support Worker like? No two days are the same - every day will be different in this fast-paced and dynamic role. Duties and tasks includes: Community Support: Supporting our clients on community outings, e.g., shopping trips, excursions, lunches, appointments, and goal-based activities. Transport: Escorting our clients to medical and allied health appointments, hospital visits, and respite care. Domestic Support: Cleaning, tidying, and changing bedding to ensure a safe, clean, and sanitized environment for our clients. Food Preparation: Preparing, cooking, and serving meals. Study the care plan and implement the support, education and training program in place Observe, monitor and record the progress of clients through case notes for every shift. Qualification & Experience Certificate III in Community /Aged Care Previous experience working in a community-based role is a requirement. Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Knowledge of cultural diversity and sensitivity Must be able to Communicate in Spanish and English About Company We are The Australian Asian Association of WA Inc, a company dedicated to providing evidence-based disability support services for NDIS participants living in Perth. We also provide Aged Care support services to clients living in the community. Our mission is to provide support, guidance, and quality care to those with disabilities /Aged Care, enabling them to live safe and healthier lives. Salary: $70000-70110 Job Publish: 28-03-2024 Job Expire: 27-04-2024 Please click to View more detail / apply .

Northam Lawyers - Client Jobs This is an excellent and rare opportunity for a suitably qualified registered nurse practitioner to join a group practice of established surgeons and doctors that are committed to providing expert care in the treatment of breast cancer and other breast conditions. The ideal candidate will be hard working with a passion for oncology and be willing to learn, train and grow with our team. Employment Type : Permanent Full Time Position Classification : Nurse Practitioner Hours Per Week : 38 Who we are : We are a multidisciplinary clinic, with breast cancer surgeons and specialist breast physicians working alongside each other to provide people with breast cancer and other breast conditions expert consultation and treatment. We are also an all-woman team, and our practice is located in Camperdown, in the inner-west of Sydney. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone. What you'll be doing The core aspects of the role will be the delivery of safe, quality practice including the development of specialist plans of care that meet the needs of the patient as a member of the multidisciplinary team. Candidates will need to meet the following criteria: Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with endorsement from the Nurses and Midwifery Board Australia to work at an advanced level as a Nurse Practitioner in breast surgical oncology. Significant and demonstrated experience in breast surgical oncology. Demonstrated high level of communication and leadership skills. Demonstrated understanding and use of Evidence-based nursing practice. Benefits Annual Salary range $135,000-$145,000 Task & Responsibilities 1. To assist the surgeons and physicians in the practice with new and follow up patients by providing additional information and psychological support 2. New patient triage and ensuring all necessary results relevant to the consultation are present 3. Review and triage of incoming results 4. Answer enquiries from new and existing patients about clinical care and psychological concerns via phone or email 5. Cancer genetics assessment, counselling, and testing. (Cancer risk assessment for those who may be at elevated risk for breast cancer development- ongoing follow up or management of women at high-risk for breast cancer) 6. Post operative wound care and assessment of complications 7. Assist in ordering and interpreting imaging 8. Provide cancer survivorship assessments and plan 9. Generate referrals to other specialities based on the assessment of the multidisciplinary team and clinical need 10. Coordinate with hospital breast care nurses, preadmission clinic and other staff as appropriate, regarding pre and post operative patient issues Qualification & Experience Minimum 5 years experience as a nurse practitioner in the breast cancer field Proven experience in providing medical oncology and surgical oncology care to breast cancer patients. Experience in survivorship and surveillance care including interpretation of imaging and ordering of appropriate imaging, and understanding of adjuvant treatments Experience in genetic consultation, evaluation and organisation of testing About Company We list jobs for our law firm clients who have job openings. Salary: $80000-140000 Job Publish: 14-04-2024 Job Expire: 14-05-2024 Please click to View more detail / apply .

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