Workplace Based Assessment Program
Workplace-based assessment at Rockingham General
Hospital
Rockingham General
Hospital is pleased to have accreditation from the Australian
Medical Council to provide a 12-month Workplace Based Assessment
program with the next program commencing from 11 January
2027.
The
Workplace-Based Assessment Program (WBA) is for international
medical graduates (IMGs) undertaking the Australian
Medical Council (AMC) Standard Pathway as an alternative to the
AMC Clinical Examination.
Applicants
with relevant experience, particularly WA Health employees who are
currently working or have recently worked at Rockingham General
Hospital or within the South Metropolitan Health Service, will be
highly regarded.
The WBA
program at Rockingham General Hospital is 12 months in duration and
is open to IMGs who have passed the AMC Computer Adaptive Test
Multiple Choice Question (CAT MCQ) and hold limited
registration.
Through
assessment in the everyday workplace, the WBA program assesses an
IMG’s clinical skills and knowledge at the level expected of an
Australian medical graduate at the end of postgraduate year 1
(PGY1) or internship level across the six different clinical areas
of adult medicine, adult surgery, emergency medicine, obstetrics
and gynaecology (women’s health), paediatrics (child health) and
psychiatry (mental health). Regular feedback is provided to
candidates allowing them to self- assess, self-correct and reflect,
as needed. The WBA is an assessment program, not a bridging or a
training course.
The
content and the assessment standard of all accredited WBA programs
are approved by the Australian Medical Council (AMC) and overseen
by the AMC Board of Examiners to ensure consistency across programs
and with AMC examinations. Throughout the WBA program in WA, IMGs
are assessed by experienced senior clinicians across a range of
clinical areas, skills and domains. Using multiple assessors
broadens the scope of assessment and ensures a more robust
assessment process.
Successful completion
of the WBA program results in the candidate being awarded the AMC
Certificate. Participation in the WBA program does not guarantee
general registration; candidates must meet all the requirements of
the Medical Board of Australia prior to being granted general
registration. Rotations required for general registration are
offered but not guaranteed, enrolment in the WBA program is
contingent on working for a minimum of 12 months at Rockingham
General Hospital.
Eligibility and Application
Requirements
This position is open to IMG’s who
are registered with the Medical Board of Australia. Applicants with
current or prior experience working at Rockingham General Hospital,
South Metropolitan Health Service within the last 24 months will be
highly regarded.
The
total number of candidates accepted into the WBA program each year
will be determined by the Director of Clinical Services and the WBA
Program Director. Selection to WBA, is not guaranteed even if an
applicant meets all the eligibility criteria.
If
successful to the WBA Program a candidate fee of $15,000 will
apply, which can be paid in instalments. Further AMC fees are also
applicable: Fees and
charges.
For further job-related
information please contact Sinead Togher, Medical Education Officer
- WBA program on (08) 9599 4054 or email RGH.MedicalEducation@health.wa.gov.au
Application
Instructions
Applicants are requested to apply
online via MedCareersWA (Please note:
Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to
apply online. This email address will be used for communication
with applicants). Emailed applications will not be
accepted.
Your
application must include:
- A
copy of your current CV outlining experience across one or more
disciplines of medicine, surgery, emergency medicine,
paediatrics, women’s health and mental health.
- A
statement addressing all essential and desirable selection
criterion as listed in the attached Job Description form and
below.
- The names and
contact details of two (2) current referees who can attest to
your suitability for this role
- Attach evidence
of:
- AHPRA
Registration
- Successful
completion of the AMC CAT MCQ (AMC Part 1) – including feedback
sheet detailing performance
- Clinical and
procedural experience at or above expected level in an
Australian hospital demonstrated by providing most recent 6
months’ worth of WRIG-30s and term assessments with contact
details of supervisors
Essential
selection criteria
- Eligible for
registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Demonstrated
clinical and procedural experience as a registered medical
practitioner for a minimum of 6 months in a hospital
setting.
- Demonstrated
communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
with the ability to interact and work appropriately with
patients, their families and an inter-professional health care
team(s).
- Demonstrated
organisation and time management skills.
- Demonstrated
commitment to clinical governance within the health care
environment
- Demonstrated
awareness of safe clinical practice(s) within own limitations
and the environment of practice.
- Ability and
commitment to meet rostered shift requirements.
Desirable
selection criteria
- Commitment to
continuous improvement of patient outcomes including
participation in clinical audit and research.
- Demonstrated
commitment to Continuing Medical Education (CME) and the
development of teaching and supervision skills.
- Current knowledge
and commitment to Equal Opportunity in all aspects of
employment and service delivery.
Equity and Inclusion
Statement
SMHS strongly encourages applications
from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally
and linguistically diverse backgrounds, individuals that are part
of the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability. We understand
the value of having a diverse workforce that reflects the diversity
of our patients/clients.
Our five organisational values
of care, integrity, respect, excellence and teamwork are actively
reflected in each stage of the recruitment and selection process.
We understand the value of having a diverse workforce that
accurately reflects the diversity of our patients and
clients.
