NBMLHD – Staff Specialist 0.8FTE - Sexual Assault/Forensic Medicine - Medical & Forensic Unit - Primary Care & Community Health - Apply via eCredential
Employment Type Permanent
Position Classification: Staff Specialist - Sexual Assault/Forensic Medicine
Hours Per Week: 0.8FTE / 32 Hours per week
Requisition ID: REQ542267
How to apply
Your application is to be submitted through E-Credential ONLY. To apply please click this link,
Applications close on 12 January 2025 and must be received by midnight of the closing date.
Please refer to the Application Guide for instructions on how to create a Clinician Profile and a list of mandatory requirements for all Senior Medical & Dental Officer applications. If you are experiencing any difficulties, please first refer to the User Guide attached to this advertisement. Alternatively, you can contact Senior Medical Workforce Unit on 4734 2281. For all enquiries relating to the position and its function, you must contact the designated contact person.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical/dental practitioners for the above position (s) in the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District. The position will be primarily located at Nepean Hospital within Primary Care & Community Health.
Successful applicants will provide high quality diagnostic and consultative specialty medical and forensic services in responding to sexual assault and domestic and family violence (DFV). This includes providing specialised clinical support to assist in the prevention and response to violence, abuse and neglect, as well as participating in teaching, research, quality improvement and administrative activities within the Violence, Abuse and Neglect (VAN) Services and other district health services (e.g. Emergency Department) as required.
The number of sessions will be 5-6 per week and will be provided primarily from the Medical and Forensic Unit at Nepean Hospital with some outreach required to other NBMLHD facilities. The role will also require liaising with other relevant agencies including NSW Police and the Department of Communities and Justice. Appointees may be eligible for credentialing and privileging across all other facilities in the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District.
Together, Achieving Better Health
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District will drive innovation and excellence in health service delivery that provides safe, equitable, high quality, accessible, timely and efficient services that are responsive to the needs of patients and the community
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
About Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District
The Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District provides world-class clinical care, research, and innovation, and is committed to providing a workplace culture that values and promotes the growth of high performing teams and individuals. We are passionate about the work we do and are committed to improving the health of our local community and enhancing the experience of all our patients.
See why people like you join our local health district – and welcome to the family! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2FVDzrwYZI
To check out our diverse workforce and see some of our recent innovative and community-focused achievements, browse our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/NepeanBlueMtsLHD
If you would like more information about our Local Health district, please visit our website: http://www.nbmlhd.health.nsw.gov.au/
Selection Criteria
- Possess or be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Conditions of appointment are in accordance with the Health Services Act 1997, and Staff Specialists (State) Award.
Employees and Contractors must abide by the NSW Health Code of Conduct.
The position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of Children’s Guardian website: http://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/Working-with-children/working-with-children-check
Successful applicants will be required to obtain required vaccinations prior to commencing employment. Please click on the link for further information: Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ - Immunisation programs (nsw.gov.au)
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Need more information?
Enquiries
Paul van den Dolder – Child Family & Priority Populations Manager on 0401 984 372 or paul.vandendolder@health.nsw.gov.au
or Dr Helen Parsons – District Director Medical Services on 0419 166 919 or helen.parsons@health.nsw.gov.au
Application information
All selection criteria must be addressed in your application. Applications close 12 January 2025 and must be received by midnight of the closing date. All applicants are to apply through eCredential.
