VMO - Urology

About the role

The Urology Consultant at Grampians Health will work closely with other members of the Urology Team, including Nursing, Allied Health, and other Urology consultants, as well as junior medical staff. They will provide high-standard urological management and surgical care to patients in the region. The consultant will operate in Ballarat and provide a theatre list and clinic in Horsham once per fortnight.

 Key Responsibilities

Conducting operating sessions as per the agreed weekly timetable to cover urology patients on the waiting list.Running outpatient clinic sessions to see both newly referred and follow-up urology patients.Providing operative services to emergency urology patients as required.Participating in the urology on-call roster as notified.Adhering to all GH Policies and Procedures, including infection control policies as outlined in the Grampians Health Services Infection Control Manuals.Engaging in the GH integrated risk management and quality improvement systems by identifying and managing risks and continuous improvement opportunities.

 Skills & Experience

Must be a Medical Practitioner registrable with the Medical Practitioners Board of Victoria.Must hold a FRACS in Urology or equivalent qualification recognised by RACS.Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality surgical care in both elective and emergency situations.Commitment to ongoing professional development.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to resolve conflicts, and strong collaborative abilities.

Grampians Health Culture & Benefits

At Grampians Health, we recognise our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff, patients, residents, visitors, volunteers and contractors at all sites.

Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunitiesSalary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidaysAccess to discounted health club membershipStaff rewards and recognition programs

Ballarat Region

Ballarat is the largest centre in Western Victoria and the states fastest growing inland city. Dubbed Australia’s most liveable city in 2020, Ballarat is home to first class education, fine dining and boutique shopping. Uniquely located within easy access to Melbourne, Geelong, Bendigo and the Western district, Ballarat is blessed with some of Australia’s most significant heritage buildings and natural landscapes.

Horsham Region

Located on the banks of the Wimmera River, Horsham is the retail, business & service centre of the Wimmera region. With a growing population of approximately 20,000, Horsham is a vibrant city in which to live, work and play. With all the facilities that you would expect from a regional city, Horsham offers affordable housing, education and accessible community services alongside a vibrant combination of food, art, shopping, culture and nature. 

With legendary natural attractions such as the Grampians National Park, world renowned Mount Arapiles and the Little Desert National Park nearby, there are many amazing natural features to see and explore. Food lovers will delight in the opportunity to sample from the restaurants, farm gates and cellar doors of some of Australia’s best and most awarded venues.

If you are dreaming of a career change with country lifestyle, and want to swap expensive urban dwelling for stunning natural landscapes, Horsham is the place for you.

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