Medical Officer - ICU

UnitingCare Queensland; Brisbane; Sur place; AUD 90 000 - 131 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Not-for-profit Salary Packaging

Onsite gymnasium

Penalties & Allowances

12 weeks paid parental leave

Résumé du poste

UnitingCare’s St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital in Spring Hill (Brisbane) is seeking ICU Medical Officers for casual, 6- or 12-month contracts with potential extension. The ICU features the ICU of the Future concept and offers research opportunities through the CCRG, with a focus on patient-centered care and multidisciplinary teamwork.

The role reports to the ICU Director, requires CICM accreditation for Limited General training, and values strong clinical judgement, compassionate care, and

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Medical degree from a recognised medical school, with minimum postgraduate experience.
• At least 12 months’ ICU experience; exposure to cardiac surgical patients highly regarded.
• Strong clinical judgement, initiative and ability to make sound decisions in fast-paced critical care.

Responsabilités

• Perform full admission on all patients transferred or admitted to the ICU.
• Attend ward rounds led by ICU specialists.
• Liaise with treating VMOs and participate in MERT & CODE calls.
• Assist with unit educational programs and contribute to Morbidity & Mortality meetings.
• Support research opportunities within the ICU and CCRG.

Connaissances

AHPRA registration

ICU experience

Critical care decision making

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clear communication

Formation

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

Postgraduate ICU training

Description du poste

Medical Officer – ICU | St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital, Spring HillEmployment Term: CasualLocation: located opposite Roma St Parklands, St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital is just a short walk to Brisbane cityRemuneration: Attractive Hourly Rate + Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging + Penalties & AllowancesSAWMH has an onsite gymnasium that you can use at your leisure.St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital (SAWMH), Spring Hill, is seeking ICU Registered Medical Officers for casual, 6- or 12-month contract positions, with the possibility of extension.SAWMH is a 250 bedded hospital and part of UnitingCare, providing health and community services to thousands of people every day through its services.The Intensive Care Unit at SAWMH is the first private hospital to introduce the ‘ICU of the Future’ in 3 of its 15 bedspaces. These 3 beds have been developed with the patient at the forefront to optimize patient recovery. There are substantial research opportunities from within the ICU and the Critical Care Research Group (CCRG).Surgical Disciplines:Cardiothoracic, Vascular, Neurosurgery, ENT, Urology and General SurgeryMedical Disciplines:Cardiology, Renal, Gastroenterology, Respiratory, General Medicine and EDRole Description: The position reports directly to the Director of the ICU and his Deputies. The position is CICM accredited for Limited General 6 months Training. Requirements and Opportunities:Perform a full admission on all patients transferred or admitted to the UnitAttend ward rounds led by the ICU specialistsLiaise with treating VMO’s as appropriateAttend MERT & CODE callsClinical assistance for Ward RMO as requiredAssist with unit educational programs o Contribute to unit Morbidity and Mortality meetingsResearch opportunities are availableWhat you’ll bring:Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)Medical degree from a recognised medical school, with a minimum of three years’ postgraduate experienceAt least 12 months’ experience working in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU), with exposure to cardiac surgical patients highly regardedStrong clinical judgement, initiative and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced critical care environmentA compassionate, patient-centred approach when supporting patients and their familiesStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear information and respond confidently to patient and family enquiriesThe ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary teamA commitment to ongoing professional development, including keeping up to date with current medical and critical care practices and literatureA willingness to contribute to ICU teaching and learning activitiesAn interest in progressing further in ICU or critical care training would be highly regardedFlexibility to work a rotating 12-hour roster, including day shifts (8am–8pm) and night shifts (8pm–8am)Contact: Tanya Reynolds (EA to Professor John Fraser) via email: [e-mail] makes a difference for you?NFP Salary Packaging: Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum. To learn more about this benefit watch the video via the following link: Salary Packaging ExplainedFlexible work arrangements to support work-life balanceA recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government schemeDiversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural eventsCareer development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful differenceA positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving othersWe’d love you to be part of our UnitingCare familyBy joining our Hospitals, you’ll also be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family. The second-largest Queensland employer, we’re a proud not-for-profit with more than 17,500 staff and 9, 000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, and have been leading by example for more than 100 years. Our team are compassionate, inclusive and committed to the work we do, helping people live life in all its fullness.Child safe, Child friendlyUnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation and will:provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services for childrenimplement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our servicesappropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occurabide by the Child Safe Standards and adhere to the Reportable Conduct SchemeDiversity & InclusionOur approach is simple – everybody is welcome here. 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