GP/Specialist Consultant – Hospital Avoidance Team

SA Health - Central Adelaide Local Health NetworkMedical Specialists (Healthcare & Medical)Salary: MD2
- $364,134 / $711,442
Total Indicative Remuneration Salary (Subject to private practice agreement)Multiple Part/Full Time, Contracted Roles available up to 12 monthsAbout the roleIntegrated Care (IC) provides health services including, but not limited to, planned care, rapid assessment clinics, Virtual care and phone advice/triage to support clinical decision making, with a focus on reducing patient length of stay in acute settings, prevent hospital presentations, and bridging the gap between primary and tertiary care.The medical consultant role is accountable to the Medical Head of Unit, IC and is responsible for managing the care of all patients requiring the services of Integrated Care. The position works in partnership with acute, sub-acute, community and primary care teams to ensure patients are both cared for and navigated through the system based on clinical need. Intervention will be for those assessed as requiring a rapid / time limited intermediate health care response only. Those assessed as requiring inpatient or emergency care will receive care via alternate pathways.The position works as part of a multidisciplinary team comprising medical, nursing, allied health and administrative positions. The incumbent actively contributes to continuous quality improvement in the interests of effective and efficient patient care and with a commitment to clinical teaching.IC services operates as a same-day (not overnight) services. IC service span over 7 days (including public holidays).The Consultant will contribute to the effectiveness of multi-disciplinary services through;Provision of direct clinical services particularly those within a rapid assessment modelInvolvement in the development of appropriate medical programsActively contributing to and participating in teaching junior medical staff, students and nurse.About CALHNThe Central Adelaide Local Health Network includes South’s Australia’s major quaternary facility, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and the Repat Health Precinct. We also deliver mental health services at Glenside Health Services and at a range of other locations across the metropolitan and regional areas.We’re looking for talented staff to join us and help us to shape the future of health through world-class care
and world-class research
and achieve our vision of being in the top 50 health services in the world and top 5 in Australia.What we offerAttractive salary packaging availableStrong community minded culture and values providing world class care to South AustraliansOnsite Gym and Day Care facilities available to staff at TQEH and RAH.Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites.Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalentAppropriate Specialist Qualifications and registrable with the Medical Board of Australia as a Medical Practitioner with Specialist registration; or another qualification as defined in the SA Medical Officers Award.Diversity and inclusion:Diversity and inclusion: At CALHN we support and foster a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.Application Information:The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and/or additional relevant history screening that may be applicable and appropriate Immunisation screening.Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.
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13 May 2024
Location: Australia South Australia Adelaide
Work type:
Temporary/Contract
PLEASE! No enquiries from Recruitment Agencies or Headhunters.

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