Medjobs Ref 11289
WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is seeking District Medical Officers – Non-Procedural to be placed in a Pool - Exmouth Hospital.
This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time and Sessional appointments for 5 years with the possibility for extension(s).
We currently have 1 vacancy available.
Position Profile: The District Medical Officer (DMO) Non-Procedural is responsible for providing comprehensive medical and community health services to the Gascoyne Region, based in Exmouth Hospital and serving their associated remote communities. The DMO is likely to encounter a broad range of clinical presentations which can be both uniquely challenging and rewarding both to an aspiring and an experienced Rural Generalist. DMO contributes to comprehensive patient care in the Emergency Department and General Ward. The position provides the successful candidate ample opportunity to demonstrate clinical leadership, to undertake supervision of Residents and Medical Students, to receive training and be supported in continuing their professional development.
About the Region: The Midwest comprises the western region in the middle of Western Australia and stretches from the Indian Ocean in the west and bordered by the Pilbara in the north, the Wheatbelt in the south and Goldfields in the south and east. It incorporates four health districts - Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest and Murchison. It covers more than 600,000 square kilometres, nearly one quarter of the State, with its population concentrated along the coast. Exmouth is a booming tourism centre. It has unique beaches, pristine gorges and stunning diving, fishing and surfing areas, combined with the town's proximity to commercial fishing and resources projects which are all driving its growth. A 13-hour drive or two-hour flight from Perth, Exmouth is the gateway to the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Marine Park, the world’s largest fringing reef.
Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- 10% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
- Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location based allowances
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
This is an “open-ended” recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:
- The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
- Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
- Appointments may be made from this pool until 05/02/2024.
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Dr John Woodall on (08) 9941 0305 or John.Woodall@health.wa.gov.au
Application Instructions: Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact medjobswa@health.wa.gov.au.
Please apply online via MedJobsWA by providing the following documents:
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.
Suitable candidates must be eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA), hold Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, or the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine, or have equivalent experience at the date of commencing duties.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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