Trainee

**REHABILITATION AND ASSESSMENT TRAINEE**

**Murwillumbah District Hospital**

Working with Northern NSW Local Health District, you can play a part in delivering quality care to our region. More than 280,000 people live within the Northern NSW Local Health District, and around 4.7 per cent of our population are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage.

**_ Our staff live and work in some of Australia's most sought-after destinations, where work/life balance is not a buzzword, it's a reality_**

**About Murwillumbah District Hospital**

This is an exciting opportunity to join **Murwillumbah District** Hospital**, your primary work location and a key part of the network of hospitals and health facilities serving the Byron-Tweed region, which also includes **Tweed Valley Hospital**and **Byron Central** Hospital**. As a dynamic and evolving healthcare facility, Murwillumbah District Hospital is committed to providing high-quality services to meet the growing needs of our vibrant community.

Murwillumbah District Hospital features:

- A dedicated emergency department providing high-quality care
- General Medical and Rehabilitation services
- Outpatient services
- Strong focus on community engagement and preventative health programs

**Where you will be working**

Working at Murwillumbah District Hospital offers an excellent work-life balance, situated in one of the most beautiful and iconic regions of Australia. The town is famous for its relaxed lifestyle, stunning landscapes, and rich cultural scene. Whether you enjoy hiking, exploring nature, or simply soaking in the local charm, the Murwillumbah area provides an abundance of outdoor activities and scenic beauty.

The region is also home to a thriving creative community, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Just 40 minutes from Ballina Airport and 30 minutes from Gold Coast International Airport, Murwillumbah District Hospital is perfectly positioned for those seeking a blend of professional growth and lifestyle enjoyment.

Join our passionate team and help us shape the future of healthcare in this remarkable region

**Northern New South Wales**

Northern NSW is a diverse region spanning from the jacaranda city of Grafton in the south, to the golden beaches of Tweed Heads in the north. The district is located on the traditional lands of the Bundjalung, Githabul, Gumbaynggirr and Yaegl nations. The Tweed Valley is a subtropical oasis encompassing the rugged terrain of Wollumbin National Park, arty riverside villages, historic coastal towns and the gateway to the Gold Coast. The Ballina and Byron Shires include some of Australia's most famous surf breaks and holiday destinations, while the hinterland is rich with vibrant communities and mouth-watering local produce.

Whether you're looking for a relaxing tree-change, a family destination or an adventure, there's something to suit every lifestyle. Our staff live and work in some of Australia's most sought-after destinations, where work/life balance is not a buzzword, it's a reality
- For more information on our hospitals please visit **Northern NSW Local Health District - Hospitals**
- For more information on living and working in this area please visit **Northern NSW Local Health District-Working in Northern NSW**

**Information for International Medical Graduates**

For more information on pathways for international medical graduates, please visit **Medical Board of Australia - International medical graduates (IMGs)**.**

**What you'll be doing**

The primary purpose of a **Trainee in Rehabilitation Medicine** is to provide safe and high quality assessment, care and management, under supervision, of **Rehabilitation** service patients. The trainee needs to be aware of their limitations and work in a collegiate and collaborate manner.

Decision making and supervision will be at the appropriate level according to the trainee's skills, knowledge and experience. The medical officer will be expected to adopt a progressively more independent approach to patient management according to their experience and progression thought he training program, under the guidance of and at the discretion of the appropriate Attending Medical Officer (AMO). All patients managed within the hospitals of the health service are under the direct care of a specialist medical practitioner. All decisions regarding their care are to be clearly communicated with the specialist responsible for that care.

The position supports meeting the requirements for Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine (AFRM) training with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP).
- Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role (please address these in your response)
- Proven ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment utilising excellent clinical skills, judgment and expertise.
- Adept ability to work collaboratively within multi-disci