Staff Specialist – Renal Transplant Physician – 0.5FTE to 1.0FTE Permanent – Liverpool Hospital (Apply Via eCred)
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- REQ527944 Requisition #
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- Nov 03, 2024 Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time – 0.5 – 1.0 FTE
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Requisition ID: REQ527944
Application Close Date: 16/12/2024
Contact Details: Dr Angela Makris – (02) 8738 3708 I Angela.Makris@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications from agencies will not be accepted
About The Opportunity
Applications are accepted via eCredential only. To apply click here
NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘Fit2Work badge’ offered as an option in eCredential”.
Enquiries/applications will not be accepted via recruitment agencies. NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘Fit2Work badge’ offered as an option in eCredential.
Enquiries/applications will not be accepted via recruitment agencies.
What you'll be doing
These roles offer successful applicants the opportunity to work as part of an already large Renal Department in the SWSLHD to establish a new Renal Transplantation Unit. These roles will be responsible for streamlining the pretransplant process, donor assessment, coordinating relevant services to facilitate renal transplantation as well as establishing post-transplant care. The post-transplant care will involve both the immediate post discharge care as well as long term care.
These role report to the Director of Renal Services SWSLHD. However will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to apply best current evidenced based medicine in optimizing the outcomes of patients undergoing renal transplantation.
Each role will provide clinical management and treatment of patients in a SWSLHD facility under your care. This care will be provided within the clinical privileges granted by the CE on the advice of the SWSLHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible.
- Current medical practitioner, registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia and Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and/or other specialist recognition as provided under the Staff Specialists (State) Award.
- Demonstrated current clinical practice of a high standard and ability to adapt clinical practice in accordance with contemporary evidence based best practice in all aspects of renal transplantation. Demonstrated research in the area of renal transplantation and demonstrate the capacity to undertake ongoing research at SWSLHD. Attainment with a higher degree is preferred.
- Demonstrated current clinical practice of a high standard and ability to adapt clinical practice in accordance with contemporary evidence based best practice
- Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management
- Demonstrated participation in teaching and training at undergraduate and/or post graduate level, including supervision of junior medical staff
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing self-education and development, including evidence of participation in continuing medical education/ continuing professional development
- Demonstrated ability to comply with the service objectives of a public health organisation, including the provision of services to the local community, effective utilisation of resources, and preparedness to participate in the provision of health services at an LHD level
- Preparedness to participate in a hospital, service or LHD on-call roster
- Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with other staff and practitioners and in a multidisciplinary health care team
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Additional Information
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To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
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