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Location: Broome, Western Australia
Hospital Site: WA Country Health, Kimberley Region
Based at Broome Hospital
Salary:
Registrar Year 1-7, $156,015 to $170,738 pa*
North of the 26th parallel
* includes base salary $131,990 to $144,314 pa, professional Development allowance $10,167 pa and 10.5% employer contributed Superannuation. Rates as at October 2022.
OR
Health Service Medical Practitioner Years 1-6, $254,914 to $320,786 pa*
North of the 26th parallel
* includes base salary $202,641 to $262,254 pa, professional Development allowance $30,996 pa and 10.5% employer contributed Superannuation. Rates as at October 2022.
Please note, employees who moves between different WA Department of Health entities will bring their entitlements (annual leave, long service leave, personal leave) with them. Taking a rural contract is not viewed as a break in service.
Appointment will be made based on skills and experience.
Applications Close: Wednesday 07/12/2022 at 4.00 pm WST
Fixed Term Full Time appointment for 6 or 12 months commencing in February 2023, with the possibility of extension. We would welcome an earlier start date.
POSITION PROFILE
We are seeking an enthusiastic registrar to join our team in Broome from February 2023, for 6 or 12 months. There is a strong team of resident consultant paediatricians providing close supervision and support in our hospital, while also giving opportunities for independent practice.
The positions in Broome is accredited by the Advanced Training Committee in General Paediatrics of the Royal Australian College of Physicians as General Paediatrics (Rural) with a Perinatal Component. Six month terms are accredited as sixmonths General Paediatrics only. A 12 month term may be accredited as including 6m Developmental / Behavioural; dual General Paediatrics / Community Child Health trainees may be accredited to complete 6 months Community Child Health.
In this position you will be required to participate in the on call roster. Across the team, we visit other regional towns & communities, with travel approximately 5 days per 4-6 weeks. Outpatients encompass diverse general paediatrics and dedicated developmental services, with a strong Aboriginal Health focus.
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.
REGION PROFILE
The Kimberley is the most northern and tropical region of WA. Geographically diverse – the Kimberley boasts pristine white beaches, rugged and spectacular ranges and gorges, palm lined chasms, secluded waterholes, tidal mudflats and some of the largest and most beautiful rivers and waterways in the world. The Kimberley region keeps people intrigued for many years through the diverse range of activities, rich cultural history, varied working experiences and mix of friendly people and unique characters.
Broome is one of the state’s leading tourist destinations. The 60-bed hospital provides health care to a resident population of 17,000 which expands to 55,000 during the tourist season. Broome Health Campus is the regional resource centre for the Kimberley with medical staff providing services to hospitals, community and remote sites across the region.
Relaxed and laidback – a lifestyle envied and sought by thousands of visitors each year.
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
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location-based allowances
- Explore endless unique and extraordinary sights in one of the most diverse states in the world
- Make a difference and become an important member of the local community.
FOR FURTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION
We encourage you to contact Dr Melanie Thompson, Paediatric Head of Department on 0418 402 019 or email melanie.thompson2@health.wa.gov.au
TO BE SUCCESSFUL TO THE ROLE
Current Registrars and Senior Registrars are invited to apply. Appointment will be based on skills and experience, with acute care, neonatal and developmental experience an advantage. Applicants interested in a 12 month position are preferred.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please note: Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
Applicants must provide the following documentation for the panel to assess based on merit:
- Cover Letter (optional – maximum of two pages
- A detailed curriculum vitae (up to 4 A4 pages)
including the names and contact details of 2 x referees. Your CV must provide a summary of your experience in the context of the advertised vacancy.
- Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria below.
Essential
I. Eligible for registration by the Medical Board of Australia.
II. Enrolled in Paediatrics Training Program, Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) or equivalent and demonstrates satisfactory progression appropriate for an advanced trainee.
III. Demonstrated current clinical experience in paediatrics and the management of acutely unwell children and neonates.
IV. Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, with highly developed communication, interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
V. Commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate medical teaching of resident, nursing staff and medical students.
VI. Demonstrated commitment to clinical governance (Patient Safety and Quality), quality assurance, continuous improvement and clinical research in the field of paediatrics and adolescent health.
VII. Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the Aboriginal Cultural Respect Framework.
VIII. Current C Class drivers license and an ability and willingness to travel including overnight stays away from home.
IX. Experienced or interest in rural paediatric practice in rural setting.
Desirable
I. Possession of current Advanced Paediatric Life Support certification
II. Demonstrated ability to monitor and review own effectiveness
III. Experience working with clients from a variety of cultural / ethnicbackgrounds.
Applicant documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process.
Applicants are advised that selection interviews may not be required.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact MedJobsWA@health.wa.gov.au.
OTHER CONDITIONS
- This position 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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Lodgment is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on 07/12/2022 AWST will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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