Nbmlhd - Post Graduate Fellow in Geriatric Medicine

2 weeks ago

Kingswood Park, New South Wales, Australia Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District Full time

Employment Type:
Maximum Term 1x 12 Months & 1x 5 Months

Position Classification:
Post Graduate Fellow in Geriatric Medicine

Hours Per Week: 1.0FTE (12 months) and 1.0FTE (5 months)

Requisition ID:
REQ367106

How to apply
Applications close on 15
January 2023 and must be received by midnight of the closing date.


Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners for the above position in the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District.

The position will be primarily located at Nepean Hospital
_ _within the Department of Geriatric Medicine.

Successful applicants will be The Post Graduate Fellow is clinically responsible for:

  • The initial assessment of the patient which should consist of ensuring a complete and documented comprehensive patient history, physical examination and the formulating of a management plan and ordering appropriate investigations.
  • Communicating with the patient about his / her condition and management or with the immediate family if the patient is unconscious or otherwise unable to comprehend.
  • Communication of assessment with the senior medical staff and other members of the team providing care to the patient.
  • Ensuring accurate record of history and examination, management plan, investigations and action taken in the patient's medical record including regular progress notes.
  • Instituting immediate treatment as appropriate. This may include cardiopulmonary resuscitation of the patient, also actively participate in Advanced Care Planning.
  • Reviewing of all pathology, radiology and other diagnostic reports and advising the Consultant and/or taking appropriate action.
  • Ensuring effective discharge summary is provided to those involved in after care including the General Practitioner and the Attending Medical Officer.
  • Monitor patient flow/ETP and SNAP and provide reports or audits as required.

Together, Achieving Better Health
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District will drive innovation and excellence in health service delivery that provides safe, equitable, high quality, accessible, timely and efficient services that are responsive to the needs of patients and the community

About Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District


The Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District provides world-class clinical care, research and innovation, and is committed to providing a workplace culture that values and promotes the growth of high performing teams and individuals.

We are passionate about the work we do, and are committed to improving the health of our local community and enhancing the experience of all our patients.


  • Possess or be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA);
  • Possess Fellowship of The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP)
    or equivalent as provided for in the Health Insurance Act 1997
    and the Staff Specialists (State) Award. Evidence of Continuing Medical Education and selfmonitoring/audit practices consistent with the scope of practice requirements of the position. Possess a Current NSW Driver's Licence.
  • Sound clinical knowledge in Geriatric Medicine demonstrated through successful clinical practice in an environment appropriate to the requirements of the position including evidence of participation in quality assurance activities relevant to the specialty.
  • High level interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability working within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Demonstrated commitment to teaching and junior medical staff supervision consistent with contemporary best practice supervision standards.
  • Demonstrates the skills and attitudes appropriate for practice as a Senior Medical /Dental Practitioner including modelling of a high standard of professional behaviour to junior medical staff.
  • Sound clinical knowledge in the subspecialty of Geriatric Medicine demonstrated by relevant qualifications and/or appropriate postFellowship clinical experience.**
  • Familiarity with research concepts and commitment to support basic, applied or clinical research within the Department

Employees and Contractors must abide by the NSW Health Code of Conduct.

Conditions of appointment are in accordance with the Health Services Act 1997, and the Staff Specialists (State) Award.**
To see a full position description, please click here**
To apply, you need to be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold an appropriate work visa.

We respectfully request no agencies apply

Need more information?

For role related queries or questions contact:
**Dr Anita Sharma, Head Geriatric Medicine

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