Consultant – Emergency Medicine

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Geraldton Hospital

WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is offering a unique opportunity for Consultants in Emergency Medicine to join Geraldton Health Campus in the Midwest Region. This pool aims to fill current vacancies for fixed term or permanent appointments.

Employment Types: Full Time, Part Time, Sessional and Casual, with the possibility of extension(s).

Appointments from this pool may be made until 30/07/2027.

Consultant Year 1 – 9: $397,264 - $504,517 per annum*

The above salary is as per WA Health System Medical Practitioners AMA Industrial Agreement 2024 (inclusive of base salary, 12% superannuation, and PD allowance). This is subject to the assessment of qualifications, clinical skills and years of practice.

About The Role And Health Campus

We are expanding our team at Geraldton Health Campus Emergency Department, which provides comprehensive emergency services to Geraldton and other communities in the region. As the Regional Resource Centre for the Midwest, we also support outlying nursing posts and small hospitals via emergency telehealth.

Consultant Emergency Medicine – Geraldton Hospital, WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is offering a unique opportunity for Consultants in Emergency Medicine to join Geraldton Health Campus in the Midwest Region. This pool aims to fill current vacancies for fixed term or permanent appointments. Employment Types: Full Time, Part Time, Sessional and Casual, with the possibility of extension(s). Appointments from this pool may be made until 30/07/2027. Consultant Year 1 – 9: $397,264 - $504,517 per annum. The above salary is as per WA Health System Medical Practitioners AMA Industrial Agreement 2024 (inclusive of base salary, 12% superannuation, and PD allowance). About The Role And Health Campus. We are expanding our team at Geraldton Health Campus Emergency Department, which provides comprehensive emergency services to Geraldton and other communities in the region. As the Regional Resource Centre for the Midwest, we also support outlying nursing posts and small hospitals via emergency telehealth.

Our blended medical model includes FACEMs, Senior Medical Practitioners, Registrars and Residents, with dedicated non-clinical time for teaching. We support GP trainees along with ACEM and CICM trainees. Senior doctors have dedicated non-clinical time to contribute to safe, high quality care and to enhance the patient experience. Leadership and management training are promoted, and resources for education and supervision are well supported. Geraldton's Emergency Department has a collegial, upbeat culture and is an enjoyable place to work. The hospital inpatient units are staffed by general specialists across medicine, surgery, orthopaedics, paediatrics, psychiatry and O&G, with an anaesthetic department supported by registrars, residents and interns. We have 24-hour laboratory service, radiology including CT on site, with some limited access to off-site MRI, and a full range of allied health staff and outpatient services.

We are undergoing an exciting redevelopment. When completed, the Geraldton Health Campus will feature an expanded, state-of-the-art Emergency Department, a new ICU and High Dependency Unit, and integrated mental health services with an adult inpatient unit and short stay unit. Planning is underway to establish a radiation oncology service with a LINAC as part of this redevelopment to deliver world-class, safe, and sustainable care for our Midwest communities into the future.

The Successful Candidates Will

• Be eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Have Fellowship of the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine or equivalent.
• Have substantial postgraduate medical experience in emergency medicine and hospital practice.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary Package: Inclusive of 12% employer superannuation contributions and a generous professional development allowance.
• Salary Packaging: Access to salary packaging arrangements up to $19,000 p.a.
• Generous Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave, 3 weeks professional development leave, 10 days sick leave, plus other forms of leave for compassionate or cultural reasons.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to supervise trainees in ED, participate in quality improvement and research.

Geraldton In Midwest Region Offers

• Relaxed Lifestyle: coastal and inland landscapes, a warm climate, beaches, and outdoor activities.
• Affordable Living: Midwest offers a lower cost of living compared with larger cities.
• Family Friendly City: Quality daycare, schools, and community opportunities.
• Cultural Scene: A range of events and recreational activities.

Application Instructions

Applicants must have a valid email address to apply online via MedCareersWA - Reference number 492944. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact MedCareersWA@health.wa.gov.au.

Applicants Are Required To Attach

• A statement (max 3 pages) addressing Selection Criteria (1,2,4,6) listed in the attached job description form.
• A detailed CV summarising qualifications, AHPRA registration, and relevant experience.
• Contact details of two professional referees, one of whom must be your current supervisor or line manager.

We welcome applications from Specialist International Medical Graduates (SIMGs). Geraldton Health Campus offers a dynamic work environment, but supervision requirements may require placement at another WACHS site before relocating to Geraldton. SIMGs must be open to undertaking supervised placement and transitioning to a long-term role.

For further information related to this position, please contact Marg Sturdy, Director of Medical Services, by email at Margaret.Sturdy@health.wa.gov.au or Dr Dan Laubscher, Head of Department, at daniel.laubscher@health.wa.gov.au

Other Conditions

WA Health requires criminal records screening and integrity checks as part of the appointment process. WWC Check is required. Satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) is a condition of offer. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications from Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, women and youth are encouraged in accordance with the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.