Career Medical Officer

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Career Medical Officer (CMO) will play a critical role in providing comprehensive medical care to patients across various departments at The Bays Hospital. The Bays is a 107-bed hospital with 5 operating theatres, HDU, Maternity, Day Infusion and medical/surgical wards.

This position involves supporting our Visiting Medical Officers (VMO) to provide care for patients with a wide range of medical conditions and surgical procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide high-quality medical care and treatment to patients under the direction of the VMO
• Conduct patient assessments, including physical examinations, medical history reviews, and care as directed by the VMO.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans on behalf of VMOs and in collaboration with patients and their families
• Participate in emergency response teams across hospital
• Ensure compliance with hospital protocols, standards, and regulations, including infection control and safety procedures

ABOUT YOU:

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills, experience and attributes:

• Full registration as a Medical Practitioner by AHPRA with unrestricted practice
• A minimum of 3 years of postgraduate medical experience
• Current ALS certification
• Demonstrated competency with the management of High Dependency level patients
• Well-developed and referenced clinical skills
• Excellent communication skills in relation to liaising with VMO's, Clinical staff and family
• An alignment with our ICARE values of integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

ABOUT US

The Bays Healthcare Group is a not-for-profit, community-owned organisation that operates The Bays Hospital in Mornington, a Dialysis Unit in Hastings and the new Cancer Care Centre on Main Street.

We have served the Mornington Peninsula community for almost 90 years and have a reputation for providing exceptional, personalised and innovative healthcare.

We align ourselves with our ICARE values of integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence, and our patients are at the heart of everything we do and every decision we make.

THE BAYS BENEFITS

In addition to working for a local employer who can offer secure and flexible employment, The Bays has excellent benefits for employees including

• Be a part of a welcoming, supportive and friendly environment.
• Take advantage of the highest Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging benefits, reducing your taxable income up to $18,550 per year (details via Smart Salary).
• Enjoy free on-site parking.
• Access a wide range of confidential support services to assist with health, financial matters, career guidance and overall wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Complimentary influenza vaccinations offered annually to ensure you're protected.
• Be rewarded $1000 for recommending a friend to join our team (conditions apply).
• Stay active with Fitness Passport – a great program that allows you access to local gyms, recreation centres and pools at a heavily discounted rate.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Satisfactory National Police Check
• Working with Children Check (Employee)
• Vaccination Status and compliance with the requirements as outlines in The Bays Healthcare Group's Staff Health Policy
• Full working rights in Australia

HOW TO APPLY

To apply please submit a cover letter and current resume via SEEK or for enquiries please contact

You can view the position description on our website and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

Please note current and satisfactory police check is required prior to commencement.  This role must meet the requirements of The Bays Staff Health policy.

The Bays Healthcare Group is unable to provide sponsorship and all candidates must have full working rights in Australia.

The Bays values diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals with disabilities.

We are dedicated to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care, and we proactively implement measures to protect them from abuse.