Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Australia, London

6 months ago

London, United Kingdom Medacs Healthcare Full time

Position - Plastic and Reconstructive surgery.

Location - Wollongong

Wollongong is a coastal city in Australia, south of Sydney along the Grand Pacific Drive. Surfing beaches and rock pools line the coastline. Trails encircle the forests and rocky cliffs of Mt. Keira in the Illawarra mountain range, which frames the city. To the north, hang gliders launch from Bald Hill. South lie the Buddhist temple of Nan Tien and Lake Illawarra, a large lagoon with boating and fishing facilities.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

An opportunity is available for a motivated surgeon in the Plastic Surgery Department which provides specialist plastic and reconstructive surgery care to the local community. The Plastic and Reconstructive VMO will provide clinical management and treatment of patients in Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.

This role will be primarily based at The Wollongong Hospital (TWH) but may be required to provide services to Shellharbour Hospital (SHH) and Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital (SDMH).

The Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon will proactively:

  • Support the development of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery services
  • Support and facilitate a culture of learning and best practice
  • Support and develop Plastic and reconstructive surgery research within the department

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

CLINICAL

  • Provide an accountable and high standard service consistent with the defined scope of clinical practice for ISLHD and all NSW Health Policies and as required by other senior medical staff and the facility.
  • Be dedicated to a teamwork philosophy and be able to demonstrate ability to work as a team member within the Department and the broader multidisciplinary team.
  • Ensure detailed patient treatment plans are in place to support the timely management of patients and effective clinical handover processes in accordance with facility and ISLHD guidelines.
  • Ensure a high standard of clinical record documentation is maintained, including the completion of all clinical records (including medication charts and other orders) to reflect clinical decisions and optimise data collection.
  • Participate fully in the on call roster as required by the facility and in accordance with clinical privileges.
  • Participate actively in research activities in the Department.
  • Adapt clinical practice in accordance with contemporary evidence-based best practice and any clinical protocols as approved by ISLHD from time to time.

CLINICAL GOVERNANCE AND QUALITY IMPROVEMENT

  • Participate in the management and governance of the department.
  • Participate in Mortality and Morbidity meetings and any other quality improvement programs.
  • Participate in appropriate committees and administrative meetings as required.
  • Comply with ISLHD and facility clinical governance policies and programs.
  • Participate in peer review and other Continuing Medical Education activities consistent with College and Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) requirements to maintain professional standards.
  • Ensure compliance with the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Healthcare standards as relevant to the speciality.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

  • Responsible for the supervision of all junior medical staff under the consultant's direction.
  • Delegate graded duties to junior medical staff according to their knowledge, skills and abilities.
  • Participate in teaching and training at all levels of undergraduate and postgraduate multidisciplinary education where required by the Head of Department/DMS in accordance with HETI, ISLHD and College training requirements.
  • Participate in all training programs specified by the facility and/or ISLHD as requested.

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

  • Participate in the ISLHD Performance Management and Development Program and undertake a written annual performance review.
  • Demonstrate clinical competency within the clinical privileges granted by MDAAC.

OTHER DUTIES

  • Abide by the NSW Health Code of Conduct as amended from time to time.
  • Comply with WH&S responsibilities including taking all reasonable care to ensure the safety of yourself and others in the workplace; reporting any unsafe conditions or equipment; attending educational programs regarding fire, safety and infection control.

SELECTION CRITERIA

  1. Specialist registration or eligible for specialist registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
  2. Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and/or equivalent specialist recognition.

Why work in Australia?

Working in Australia allows you to develop professionally in one of the world's leading healthcare systems, while also getting to experience a scenic and diverse country. With sunny weather, gorgeous beaches, and endless attractions there is plenty to fill your time outside of work. Many major cities boast of exciting sites and restaurants for all ages to immerse themselves in Australian culture as well as hiking and camping options in more rural areas.

If you are interested to learn more about the opportunities we have available, apply now or contact Zofia Clarke at:

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