LOCATION: Northam, WA

WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is seeking positive, enthusiastic and team-oriented Senior Medical Practitioners to join a dynamic team of clinicians in the Wheatbelt Region.

This is a recruitment pool for Fixed Term Full Time and Part Time appointment for up to 5 years, with the possibility of extension(s).

About the Position: 

As a Senior Medical Practitioner, you will work as part of multidisciplinary teams to provide a high standard of medical care. You will provide medical services at Wheatbelt hospitals to ensure adequate inpatient cover (including on-call when required). You will also provide backup cover for the Emergency Department as required.

The occupant of this position will be expected to comply with and demonstrate a positive commitment to the WACHS values and the highest achievement in demonstrating positive commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity, Occupational Safety & Health, Public Sector Standards, Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, Quality Improvement, Performance Management, Customer Focus, Disability Services Act and Confidentiality throughout the course of their duties.

For Further Job Related Information:  We encourage you to contact Dr Peter Barratt on 0427 198 657 or Peter.Barratt@health.wa.gov.au

Read a story from one of our doctors on what it is like to live and work as an SMP in the Wheatbelt

About the Region:

The Wheatbelt forms an arc around most of the Perth metropolitan area, excluding the southern metro area. The region extends from the coast north of Perth to the western boundary of the Goldfields and south from the Darling Scarp to the northern boundary of the Great Southern Region. This means that every major road entering Perth (except the South West) passes through the Wheatbelt.

The Wheatbelt has 45 local government areas and covers 154, 051 square kilometres. Aptly named for its traditional industry, the Wheatbelt also has a diverse geographic profile ranging from pristine beaches to vast agricultural landscapes. The economy is based around the production fields of agriculture, fishing and mining, which are supported by the high availability of infrastructure such as water, transport and energy. The population of the Wheatbelt is estimated to be more than 70,000 people with a progressing median age and shift in density towards the north-western perimeters. One of the noted idiosyncrasies of the Wheatbelt is its scattered population dispersion, which has hindered the development of an identifiable regional centre and resulted in the four sub-regional centres: Merredin, Narrogin and Northam.

With its proximity to the metropolitan area, many of the bordering communities of the Wheatbelt are experiencing an influx of overflow population from the outer metro areas and those in search of a ‘lifestyle’ change, without sacrificing access to metropolitan facilities. The future of the Wheatbelt is being shaped. around the diversification and value adding to the traditional industries.

Attractive Remuneration Package:

MP Year 1-3 $332,465 - $353,519, p.a. pro rata*

*Includes Arrangement A base salary $269,877—$288,931 p.a., professional development allowance $30,996 p.a. and 10.5% employer contributed superannuation.

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 10.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here. 
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements of up to $19,000 p.a.
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location-based allowances

This is an “open-ended” recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:

• The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
• Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
• Appointments may be made from this pool until 27/02/2024. 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:  Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants.  If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact medjobswa@health.wa.gov.au

Please apply here by providing the following documents:

• A statement addressing each of the Selection Criteria found in the attached Job Description Form and how you are able to meet the position requirements. It is recommended you contact the person listed in this advertisement for further information about the role and selection process.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. Please include contact details for work related referees (It is preferable for one of your referees to be a current supervisor or manager).

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Area Profile: The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

Other Conditions:  WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).  Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.  Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

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