Junior Medical Officer/emergency Medicine

7 days ago


Canberra, Australia Skilled Medical Full time

12-month contract with possible extension.
- Long term role.
- Attractive location.

**Details**:
A Metropolitan ACT hospital requires a Junior Medical Officer in Emergency Medicine for a 12 month contract with possibility for extension.

The Position:
Emergency Medicine Senior Resident Medical Officer (SRMO)

We are currently looking for multiple full time Emergency Medicine Senior Resident Medical Officers (SRMO) to join the dynamic team at Canberra Hospital for a 12-month contract with possible extension.

As part of a large medical team within the Emergency Department (ED), you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to patients in the Australian Capital Territory and surrounding regions. You will be joining a large medical team of 40 FACEMs, a postgraduate fellow, 3 Senior Registrars, 30 registrars, and multiple other junior medical staff. As a member of Canberra’s emergency team you will be supporting a newly expanded physical space consisting of a 5-bed resuscitation area, 30 acute beds, 16 short stay beds, fast track stream with a sub-wait and 14 treatment spaces and a dedicated paediatric area with 6 beds and 2 consult rooms.

You will be:

- Responsible for immediate patient care including adequate history taking, physical examination, ongoing continuous review of patient condition and progress, investigations and therapy indicated by unit protocol or as directed by the duty specialist. Determine and facilitate disposition of patient, with guidance from senior clinicians.
- Performing specialised procedures on the direction and under supervision of the duty specialist.
- Participating in rostered education sessions and prepare material for clinical presentations and mortality/morbidity reviews as directed.
- Participating in rostered duties as allocated (24/7).
- Undertaking other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation.

Health Service:
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is dedicated to providing acute, sub-acute, primary, and community-based health services. Our focus is on delivering exceptional healthcare together, fostering trust within our community, and upholding values of reliability, progressiveness, respectfulness, and kindness.

You will be joining one of the busiest EDs in the country:

- 89,000 presentations per annum.
- Approximately 20% paediatric presentations.
- High acuity with admission rates of more than 35%.
- Including significant trauma caseload.

The Location:
Centred within the cultural hub of Australia, Canberra is based in the Australian Capital Territory and is the perfect place to build a new life or raise a family. Canberra hosts an array of sport and recreational activities, with accessible outdoor and natural spaces all within a smaller city filled with leaders, educators. Canberra is also a great access point to exploring the rest of Australia, with major cities like Sydney and Melbourne just a short flight away.

Canberra Hospital's Emergency Department offers a modern and expanded physical space equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, providing a unique, wide-ranging, and exciting experience for medical professionals. The coming years include the building of “Canberra Hospital Expansion” - new build for critical care services with a state of the art 114 bed Emergency Department.

Essential Criteria:

- Registration or eligibility for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Current competency in Advanced Life Support.
- Demonstrated clinical competence at postgraduate year 3 level with at least two completed postgraduate years of training.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Adaptability and flexibility to accommodate change in an emergency environment.
- Proficient computer literacy skills.

The Package:

- Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Opportunity for professional development and training in emergency medicine.
- Inclusive and supportive work environment within a dedicated and friendly team who places a strong focus on teaching.
- Career progression opportunities within Canberra Health Services with encouragement to participate in the certificate of Emergency Medicine through the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine.
- Access to modern facilities and resources to support clinical practice and ongoing learning.

About Skilled Medical:
To Apply:
For further information, please send your most up to date CV to Jonathan Gregory by selecting the 'Apply' button below, or please call a member of our permanent team in London on +44 (0) 333 444 2000 or in Australia on 1300 900 100.

For further information about this job, please contact Skilled Medical on 1300 900 100.

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