Job Description
The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (RFDS) is one of the largest and most comprehensive aeromedical organisations in the world.
We deliver extensive healthcare and 24-hour emergency services to those who live in and travel through remote, rural, and regional Australia.
About the Role
There is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated clinician to join as Director of Education and Training - Primary Care and Rural Generalism.
Based in Dubbo, NSW, you will lead the development of an RFDS Clinical School Campus in conjunction with Charles Sturt University, support primary care education and training, while also delivering primary care services across western NSW.
This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the future of rural healthcare.
This role is split into three key areas:
* Head of Campus (Academic Leadership)
* Clinical Education/Supervision
* Clinical Lead Western Primary Health Team
Key Responsibilities: Academic Leadership
* Provide academic oversight of the RFDS Clinical School in partnership with Charles Sturt University's (CSU) School of Rural Medicine
* Support delivery of CSU medical school requirements including tutorials, clinical teaching, lectures and assessments
* Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for medical students on rural placements
* Participate in Charles Sturt leadership forums and contribute to governance and academic planning
Clinical Education
* In collaboration with the Clinical Director of Primary Care and Senior GP/RGs, develop and implement mandatory training requirements across the section
* Contribute to the development of a Rural Generalist (RG) training model within RFDSSE
* Support GP registrars through ACRRM and RACGP pathways
* Develop and build capability among clinical supervisors and educators
* Coordinate training programs to meet university and professional accreditation requirements
Clinical Leadership & Service Delivery
* Provide clinical leadership and deliver patient-centric health care across Western Primary Health services (Gilgandra, Warren, Condobolin and remote communities NSW)
* Undertake consultations in clinic, community, telehealth and outreach settings
* Supervise and support junior Doctors, Registrars and Students
* Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement and development of protocols and policies across the section