Seeking a motivated and experienced Paediatrician to join our friendly and professional team.
The position arises from an incumbent paediatricians resignation. There is a pro-rata on call component, in addition to outpatient clinic and inpatient ward rounds. A wide range of medical and non-medical problems are seen in this busy clinic.
You will be providing contemporary comprehensive specialist services for optimal patient outcomes by providing support and training to other clinicians in a dynamic multidisciplinary team. Your aim will be to achieve quality education and safe clinical practice to patients and clients in our local community.
The Dubbo Paediatric Department is a cohesive and friendly team who strive for excellence, whilst maintain reasonable work/life balance. Dubbo Health Service has a 13 bed Child & Adolescent Unit and an 8-12 bed, level 4 Special Care Nursery.
Middle grade cover is provided 24/7 in 12 hour shifts, by three Paediatric Advanced Trainees seconded from the Sydney Children's Hospital Network, as well as our one local Paediatric Trainee. There are plentiful opportunities for teaching, both within the hospital and throughout the region. The University of Sydney Rural School of Medicine oversees placement of 7 medical students at DHS.
What we can offer you
* Country living with a meaningful career path
* Flexible work practices (as appropriate to the position and negotiated with your manager)
* Professional growth and accelerated career progression
Why is Dubbo Health Service a great place to work?
* $250M redevelopment completed in 2021
* You can Challenge Yourself
* Work with a Collegiate Team
* Make a difference to vulnerable Australians
* Make meaningful gains in Aboriginal Health
* Shape the Future with Research
* Be Networked State-wide – you are well connected
* Our clinicians are well respected
* Make an impact on the next generation of clinicians
Dubbo, a part of Wiradjuri country, is a thriving and dynamic regional City, just a 5 hour drive West of Sydney, and home to 35,000 residents. With affordable living and access to a diverse breadth of education, health care, retail and professional services, Dubbo is an attractive place to live, work and play.
The Dubbo Region's people make this such a special place to live. Connect and get involved, with an abundance of clubs and groups ready to welcome you. Meet new people, hone new skills or support the community you now call home. The region is proud to play host to a medley of faiths and places of worship and if you are looking to give back to the community, we have a number of volunteer and charitable organisations.
Don't forget the kids, there are so many opportunities for education, including university, join a group, learn a new skill or just get out and have fun in the Dubbo Region. We have everything from Guides and Scouts, to circus troops and army cadets.
We have a strong sporting culture and fantastic facilities, with a variety of clubs available from pony club to cycling, dance to disc golf, soccer to softball and so many more!
* Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team.
* Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement.
* Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time.
* Fellowship of the applicable College.
* Be willing and able to run a busy outpatient clinic, demonstrating experience in managing complex medical and non-medical problems.
* Current Licence to drive in NSW.
Applications submitted by Recruitment Agencies will not be considered for this position.
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