Staff Specialist Gastroenterology

Department of General Medicine

• Permanent Part-time, 32 hours per fortnight
• Salary Classification: Staff Specialist Level 1 - Level 5 (Level election optional). Level 1 range from $262,376 - $323,777 pa (Pro rata) plus superannuation and salary packaging. Click here for further information Staff Specialist Private Practice Remuneration Levels

THE ROLE:

Calvary Mater Newcastle, known as “The Mater”, are seeking an experienced Gastroenterologist to join our team.  This position will provide clinical management and intervention for gastroenterology patients across the facility, which is the major cancer care centre for Hunter New England Local Health District.

The Department of General Medicine are seeking a Gastroenterologist with experience in high quality diagnostic and consultative specialty services in gastroenterology, including endoscopic services and virtual outreach clinics.  This role will complement our vibrant Gastroenterology team, working alongside General Medicine Physicians within the Department.

DUTIES:

Perform clinical services for inpatients admitted under the Gastroenterology Service and to participate in the bed allocation process and management of transfer of care and patient flow according to patient need and the Hospital’s requirements.

• You will provide specialist consultation within your field, including provision of outpatient services.
• Provide clinical leadership to junior colleagues by ensuring a high standard of patient care which conforms to best practice and is evidence based.
• Demonstrate a commitment to equity of health care delivery. 

ABOUT YOU:

• Primary Medical Degree registrable with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP), with recognised qualifications in Gastroenterology and/or other equivalent specialist recognition as provided for in the NSW (Non-Declared) AHO Staff Specialist Agreement or the Health Insurance Act 1973.
• Demonstrated current gastroenterology (including endoscopy) clinical practice of a high standard, with ability to adapt clinical practice in accordance with contemporary evidence based best practice.
• Demonstrated capacity for clinical leadership, a commitment to undergraduate and post-graduate teaching in medicine, nursing and allied health and willingness to participate in clinical research.
• Understanding of the principles of clinical governance to promote quality and safety in health care, with experience in and commitment to evidence based best practice.
• A demonstrated understanding of transfer of care and patient flow principles and ability to practice these principles to meet the needs of the community and hospital.
• Demonstrated oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, and proficiently in periods of high demand/activity

For further information please contact Dr Suzanne Wass, Director of General Medicine on email: Suzanne.wass@calvarymater.org.au 

WHY JOIN US?

CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information.

In addition to an enriching work environment, our people benefit from:

• Family orientated to accommodate work-life balance
• Gender neutral parental leave
• Corporate discounts including Private Health Insurance and Tech products
• Salary packaging
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport
• Leave balance transfer for NSW Health employees

WHY NEWCASTLE, NSW?

Newcastle is a thriving city surrounded by magnificent natural scenery. Cosmopolitan and compact, we enjoy all the benefits of a global smart city including world class services and facilities, top-tier education and employment opportunities, all with an average commute time of 15 minutes. Discover inspirational living in a vibrant city that will inspire and delight. Visit Imagine Newcastle, here!

Join our Team today!

Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts.  This role requires the successful applicant to:

• Have unlimited working rights in Australia
• Successfully complete pre-employment checks including reference checks, work rights, criminal history check and WWCC checks to ensure suitability for the role.
• Provide evidence of immunisation as required for the role.