Visiting Medical Officer - Sydney Western Suburbs, Australia - South Western Sydney Local Health District

South Western Sydney Local Health District

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Sydney Western Suburbs, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Employment Type:
Visiting Medical Officer - for remainder of Quinquennium 01/01/2024 to 31/12/2028)

Location:
Campbelltown and Camden Hospital

Position Classification:
Visiting Medical Officer

Application Close Date:11/02/2024

Requisition ID:
REQ462559

_ Applications from agencies will not be accepted._

About The Opportunity

South Western Sydney Local Health District is recruiting for a Visiting Medical Officer to complement and enhance the current team.

To be successful in this role evidence of post fellowship training and expertise in:

Limb reconstruction surgery
Diabetic foot and ankle surgery
Subspecialist foot and ankle surgery
Complex fracture management and orthopaedic trauma surgery

Life at South Western Sydney Local Health District is rewarding, progressive and diverse and is always focused on achieving our Vision of Leading Care, Healthier Communities.

What you'll be doing
Provide clinical management and treatment of patients in a SWSLHD facility under your care.

This care will be provided within the clinical privileges granted by the CE on the advice of the SWSLHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee.

Where You'll Be Working
Campbelltown hospital provides a holistic, ultra-modern facility that is continuously expanding its services.

The hospital is a dynamic, diverse and collaborative with all sectors of the hospital working together to provide to superior patient care.

Whilst being the major hospital for the MacArthur area, the hospital has not lost its sense of community and regional support.

Located close to the CBD and public transport, Campbelltown Hospital is largely becoming one of South West Sydney's most important medical precincts with a range of services including cardiology, maternity, palliative care, respiratory medicine, emergency medicine and aged-care services.

The hospital features both Mental Health and Cancer facilities which offer patients exceptional care and continued support.

The hospital is currently undergoing a multi-million dollar upgrade, boasting the state of the art equipment and amenities to help serve the community.

Inside of this redevelopment comes a focus on training and upskilling throughout the hospital with an emphasis on encouraging staff to pursue learning and development opportunities.

How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible.

Current medical practitioner, registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia and Fellow of the RACP and/or other specialist recognition as provided under the Health Insurance Act 197
Evidence of post fellowship training and expertise in a) limb reconstruction surgery; b) diabetic foot and ankle surgery; c) subspecialist foot and ankle surgery and d) complex fracture management and orthopaedic trauma surgery.
Demonstrated current clinical practice of a high standard and ability to adapt clinical practice in accordance with contemporary evidence based best practice.
Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
Demonstrated participation in teaching and training at undergraduate and/or post graduate level, including supervision of junior medical staff.
Demonstrated commitment to continuing selfeducation and development, including evidence of participation in continuing medical education/ continuing professional development.
Demonstrated ability to comply with the service objectives of a public health organisation, including the provision of services to the local community, effective utilisation of resources, and preparedness to participate in the provision of health services at an LHD level.
Preparedness to participate in a hospital, service or LHD oncall roster and evidence of ability to work cooperatively with other staff and practitioners and in a multidisciplinary health care team.

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Additional Information

Workplace Giving Program

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees also have the opportunity to make a difference to help those less fortunate.

Visit the Workplace Giving Program for more information.

Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.

Transforming Your Experience

Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services.

Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential.

SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values - Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

**To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or p