#536064 Senior Resident Medical Officer

Emergency Department

Calvary Mater Newcastle

Fixed Term Full-Time

• Fixed Term, Full Time (will consider part time)
• Salary Classification: Resident Medical Officer, Year 3-4.
• Remuneration: $55.97 - $60.76  per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options + RDO's 

THE ROLE:

The Senior Resident Medical Officer will offer consultations to undifferentiated patients in a critical care setting. They will have the responsibilities and opportunities, based on their competence, to assess, diagnose, and treat presenting patients under the supervision of Specialist Staff within the Emergency Department.

DUTIES:

• Decision making and supervision will be at the appropriate level according to SRMO Skills
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers and members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Ensure that patients are discharged to a safe environment
• Ensure that appropriate follow up arrangements are in place for the patients being discharged home

Learn more about our community and services here!

ABOUT YOU:

• MBBS or equivalent, currently registered with the Medical Board of Australia or Eligible to register.
• Completion of at least two postgraduate years with a genuine interest in Emergency Medicine.
• Recent Emergency / Acute Care experience in a Base and/or Teaching Hospital.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised environment and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and demonstrated good organisational and time management skills.
• Evidence of continued professional development and commitment to self-education.
• Ability and willingness to work towards the delivery of patient care and preparedness and ability to participate in a 24 hour shift work roster. With a commitment to quality management, patient safety and risk management.

For further information please contact Dr Mustafa Omar, ED Senior Staff Specialist on email at EmergencyMedRoster@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. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Fitness Passport. 
• Gender Neutral parental leave
• Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %
• Superannuation contributions at 11.5%
• ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
• Novated leasing available for eligible employees
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!

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!

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
• Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
• Attach a current resume.
• Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
• Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks to ensure suitability for the role.
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.