About the role
The General Surgery Fellow participates in the provision, development, and maintenance of an effective, efficient, and equitable clinical service to hospital clients under the supervision of consultant surgeons in the unit.
The Fellow is primarily responsible for the daily care of acute surgical patients and the emergency operating theatre. The Fellow is also responsible for supervising trainees and junior doctors performing ward based or emergency department consultations. The Fellow will take part in a 24-hour on call (weekday and weekend) roster as the first point of contact, supported by a rostered-on call consultant, to facilitate the transition into independent specialist practice.
The role is suitable for a newly admitted Fellow into the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons seeking out acute and subacute general surgery exposure prior to commencing independent practice.
About you
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with reference to effective communication and courtesy when interacting with patients, relatives, general public and health care colleagues.
- A commitment to participate in on-going educational activities.
- Sound theoretical knowledge, practical skills and ethical behaviour required of a medical practitioner in General Surgery.
- To comply with and utilise contemporary human resource managements and practices, including workplace health and safety, equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination policies.
- Demonstrated honesty, integrity, and respect for all patients, carers, and staff
**Mandatory Requirements**:
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
- Vaccinated against COVID-19 as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO.12/21and the Queensland Health Human Resources Policy B70.
About West Moreton
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
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**Benefits**:
17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply), 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation. Other employment benefits may include: professional development, salary sacrificing options, wellness programs and the Employee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.