Overview
Remuneration: $117,745- $147,664 per annum
Advanced Trainee – Gastroenterology & General Medicine
Orange Health Service
A six month accredited or non-accredited post suitable for an accredited advanced trainee in gastroenterology, or medical registrar with interest in gastroenterology. The trainee is expected to have interest in the management of gastroenterological and general medical conditions. Existing proficiency in the assessment and management of patients with gastroenterological and general medical conditions is essential. This post would suit a trainee who wishes to extend their clinical diagnostic and management skills through exposure to a diverse gastroenterological and general medical patient population in a rural setting. This position can be flexible, and part time appointment could also be considered on consultation.
About Orange Health Service
Focusing on innovative models of care, Orange Health Service is the largest rural hospital in NSW and the regional teaching, referral and trauma centre for the Central West. The 520 bed campus has a 150 bed general hospital, with five operating suites and 60 specialised treatment areas.
Opened in 2011, services include FACEM-staffed emergency, inclusive of trauma; level 5 intensive care, medical, general and specialist surgical; obstetrics; paediatrics; level 4 maternity; dialysis; dental; cardiology, stroke, telestroke, interventional cardiology; radiation oncology; ambulatory care; rehabilitation; sub-acute/non-acute; diagnostic and a range of primary and community health services.
The hospital has one of the largest regional clinical trials units conducting a range of trials (incl tele-trials and phase 1 trials) across several specialties.
Our team provides high performing, harmonious care with a multitude of valuable training opportunities in a supportive and convivial environment. The scope, size and stability of the team, and our commitment to training and experiential learning, make it an ideal platform for trainee development. Special emphasis is placed on developing clinical autonomy, organisational skills, close working relationships with senior clinicians and where appropriate, supervision of junior trainees.
Orange Health Service is a teaching hospital associated with the University of Sydney and Charles Sturt University. There is an excellent record of success in college professional exams and also future placement with metropolitan hospital training programs. And importantly, our supportive administrative team caters to trainees as individuals in their rostering schedules and career pathways, so it's no wonder Orange is well known for great trainee experiences.
About Orange
Just three and a half hours from Sydney and Canberra and home to nearly 70,000 people, the Orange Region is a unique appealing blend of a vibrant regional city, historic villages, abundant natural resources, scenic landscapes and established infrastructure. It's also a leading wine growing region with over 30 cellar doors all within 20 minutes from the city.
Imagine finishing your shift and heading to play an indoor team sport, hit the heights of a hiking trail, or take time out in a buzzing local pub — all just minutes from home. Orange offers the perfect fusion of laid-back regional living and sophisticated city culture.
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)
* Opportunities for learning and development, including in-house training with My Health Learning and the NSW Health RTO
* Professional growth and accelerated career progression
* MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category.
* At least three years' post graduate experience in public hospital service (or equivalent)
* Valid NSW Working with Children check
* Cleared National Police check
* Aged Care Check for Australian Government funded positions
* To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy, including amendments from time to time
* You must take all reasonable care for yourself and others and comply with any reasonable instruction, policies and procedures relating to work health safety and wellbeing
To apply, please address the following Selection Criteria:
* Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team including leadership and direction to ensure appropriate management of patients.
* Demonstrated ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment utilising excellent clinical skills, judgement and expertise, with demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
* Demonstrated excellent communication skills (verbal and written), time management, problem solving and computer skills.
* Evidence of continuing professional development and commitment to self-education.
* Successful completion of the relevant College clinical examination.
The Aboriginal Employment Strategy (AES) is working in partnership with the Western NSW Local Health District to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants wishing to apply for this role. For more information please contact the AES recruitment team on (02) 6882 8100 or email. Alternatively, applicants can visit our website for more information.
Working Visas
Applicants holding a visa with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable Australian/New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident is identified.
NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.
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