The position includes involvement in general cardiothoracic surgery, with responsibilities for supervision and mentoring of junior colleagues as required. The successful candidate will participate in the on‑call roster and, if appropriate, may perform independent organ retrieval and implantation. The applicant should have FRACS in cardiothoracic surgery. The successful applicant will likely be required to work at other facilities across Metro North Health as part of their role.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in accordance with Queensland Health's core values, as outlined above.
* Take responsibility for overall management of patients in the preoperative and post‑operative recovery units as well as the Ward providing information to consultants and those of other specialities; implement decisions on patient care which are taken by senior medical staff.
* Supervise the selection and prompt evaluation of appropriate investigations.
* Demonstrated high level communication skills, with particular reference to effective communication and courtesy when interacting with patients, relatives, other general public and health care colleagues.
Health Equity
It is expected that all Metro North Health staff, including the incumbent of this role, contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS). This includes actively supporting the elimination of racial discrimination and institutional racism; supporting increased access to health care; influencing the social, cultural and economic determinants of health; supporting the delivery of sustainable, culturally safe and responsive health services; and recognising the importance of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and organisations to design, deliver, monitor and review the health and support services we provide.
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Benefits when working for us
* Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical areas.
* Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work‑life balance.
* Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases.
* Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging.
Be part of a world‑class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting‑edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here:
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
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