Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Remuneration: - $117745 to $147664
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM28899
Position Tagline
Fairfield hospital is located in one of NSW’s largest LGA’s and is a hub of diverse cultures, ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds. This brings a range of experiences to hospital employees and provides varied learning and development experiences for all levels of Medical, Clinical, administrative and support roles. Fairfield Hospital provides a chance to work closely with patients and the community whist providing a strong learning environment and exposure to a variety of disciplines and specialties. The team at Fairfield Hospital is supportive and encouraging, with the senior members of the hospital always looking for ways to enrich the experience of the team. The hospital sits close to public transport (T-Way), a major shopping centre and has an onsite cafeteria. Ample onsite parking is available with only a short walk from the carpark to the hospital.
If you are seeking diversity, learning and progression, Fairfield Hospital could be the workplace for you. As a small team, you are always encouraged and supported with development opportunities being regularly available.
JMO Wellbeing
At Fairfield Hospital, JMO Wellbeing is at the forefront of our actions. We undertake regular JMO teaching initiatives and ensure that your learning is delivered by experienced consultants from a diverse range of disciplines. We ensure you are supported during these sessions with simple things such as catering and convenient resources. Our DMS and DPET are readily available at Fairfield Hospital and we encourage all staff to draw on the availability of these assets. As a JMO you will have admin assistance at your fingertips and will be heavily supported by a team of friendly and encouraging staff. Programs and initiatives including learning support and counselling are frequently available to help grow our people so that we can better serve our local community.
What you'll be doing
This position is primarily designed to benefit junior doctors who wish to pursue a career in surgery, focusing on General Surgery.
The position will provide effective surgical services to patients under supervision at Fairfield Hospital in complex clinical environments whilst facilitating trainee's preparation for a career in surgery.
There will be ample opportunity for theatre exposure.
Responsibilities include:
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Co-ordinating admission, management and discharge planning of patients with all members of the team.
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Ensuring admission and management plans are documented in the relevant medical records.
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Involvement in day-to-day assessment and management of patients including effective clinical handover.
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Arranging consultations.
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Involvement in discharge planning, liaising with all members of the team, local medical officers and community services.
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Involvement in decision-making in consultation with senior members of the team.
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Active participation in educational and career development opportunities offered including attendance at teaching sessions.
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Full participation in after hours on call as required.
