Medical Officer with Right of Private Practice (a0I9000000814i3EAA) Bundaberg, Australia
Medical Officer with Right of Private Practice
Summary
- Department of Medical Services
- Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service
- MOR1.1 – MOR1.3
- $117 905 – 125 158 p.a
The Position
This position is accountable for the efficient and effective delivery of Medical Services for the rural facilities. The position provides direction through the development and evaluation of annual operational plans and consultation in the formulation of relevant policies and strategies which support activities stated in the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service Agreement.
The position requires an appreciation of how medical services integrate with other hospital services and management in a changing environment.
The Location
Fulfil the accountabilities of this role in accordance with Queensland Health’s core values, as outlined above.
All staff of Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service are responsible for making the health system safer and more effective by:
- Having an understanding of their broad responsibilities as a team member and an individual for maintaining safety and quality in health care.
- Ensuring that safety and Quality Procedures are followed
- Provide supervision and education to members of the workforce
- Participate in the review of procedures individually or as part of a team.
- Participate in the development and implementation of organisational processes that improve health care services, development and implementation of safety systems, engagement in improvement initiatives and related training."
- Assist the Medical Superintendent in the care of all patients of the nominated Hospital on a 24 hour basis.
Essential Criteria
- Mandatory Medical qualification from a registered tertiary institution and Registration with the Medical Board of Australia with a current annual practicing certificate is essential.
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and if applicable registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
Service overview
The Wide Bay District is well known for its relaxed lifestyle, natural beauty and local attractions. Bundaberg is located at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef with access to coral islands and scuba diving. Possibly the most famous beach in Bundaberg is Mon Repos. Located 15 kms east of Bundaberg, Mon Repos is known for having the largest concentration of nesting marine turtles on the eastern Australian mainland and is considered one of the two largest loggerhead turtle rookeries in the South Pacific Ocean. For a taste of the Australian bush, Cania George, located in the hinterland west of Monto, is popular for bushwalks and abseiling.
The Employer
Queensland Health’s purpose is to provide safe, sustainable, efficient, quality and responsive health services for all Queenslanders. Our behaviour is guided by Queensland Health’s commitment to high levels of ethics and integrity and the following five core values:
- Caring for People
- Leadership
- Partnership
- Accountability, efficiency and effectiveness
- Innovation
For over ten years, Ochre Recruitment has been placing doctors into medical positions throughout Australia and New Zealand. With an established network of clients across Australia and New Zealand, we are proud of our reputation of fitting the right doctor to the right job, every time.
Apply today and let us take you to the next step in your medical career! (Quote Ref: A-6760)