The Position

Principal House Officer/Registrar - General Medicine - suitable for qualified UK & IE Doctors

Remuneration package

Circa $150K (up to £80K) p.a

Remuneration package includes:

• Superannuation 12.75%
• Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
• Professional Development Allowance
• Professional Development Leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Relocation support 
• Accommodation support 
• Employer visa sponsorship (for overseas applicants)
• Lower cost of living

Health Service

Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service is responsible for the delivery of public hospital and health services including medical, surgical, emergency, obstetrics, paediatrics, specialist outpatient clinics, mental health, critical care and clinical support services to people residing in a geographical area which incorporates the North Burnett, Bundaberg and Fraser Coast local government areas and part of Gladstone local government area (Miriam Vale).

The Role

Participate in the provision, development and maintenance of an effective, efficient and equitable clinical service to the hospital patients.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide medical care under the supervision and direction of senior medical staff.
• Document relevant clinical information accurately, concisely and legibly in patient charts and ensure discharge summaries and other correspondence are complete.
• Conduct interviews, examinations and the identification of clinical problems including day to day review of patients.
• Arrange investigations, medical treatment and discharge as directed by the assigned consultant.
• Provide assistance with medical procedures and outpatients clinics as directed by the assigned consultant.
• Provide support for junior and senior medical staff as required.
• Assist with case presentations at teaching meetings.
• Participate in clinical meetings undertaken within the appropriate clinical unit.
• Participate in after hours shift roster as required by the Director of Medical Services.
• Participate in continual professional development and medical education.
• To comply with the obligation to act and make decisions in a way that is compatible with human rights and, when making a decision, to give proper consideration to human rights as required by the Human Rights Act 2019.

The Location

Beautiful Fraser Coast, Queensland

The Fraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed Fraser Island, the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough.

Essential Criteria

Doctors must be registered with AHPRA  OR  eligible to apply for Australian medical registration AHPRA Competent Authority pathway. 

The AHPRA registration requirements for IMG's are:

• Candidate must hold UK or IE Medical graduate (primary) qualifications OR
• Candidate must hold PLAB certification

AND

• Candidate must have successfully completed FY1 in the UK or Intern year in Ireland  OR
• Candidate must completed 12 months supervised training (internship equivalent) in the UK

To Apply

For further information, please send your most up to date CV to Will Macdonald or Gareth Johnson by selecting the 'Apply' button, you can send an email to [email protected] or call a member of our permanent team in London on +44 (0) 333 444 2000. If in Australia call us on 1300 900 100.

This permanent position is suitable for a qualified overseas candidate, subject to meeting professional registration and work visa requirements.

For non-specialist registration pathway, candidates must meet the requirements of category A or B to be eligible for Competent Authority Pathway: https://www.medicalboard.gov.au/Registration/International-Medical-Graduates/Competent-Authority-Pathway.aspx

About Skilled Medical

Skilled Medical has offices in London and Melbourne and our experienced International Recruitment team members are available to support you through medical registration and visa sponsorship processes.

• Our experienced International Recruitment team are available to discuss positions you are interested in and provide you with additional information regarding position locations and remuneration packages available to support decisions.

• Our skilled Compliance teams are available to support you through the AHPRA medical registration applications and visa sponsorship processing.

• Our dedicated Concierge service will assist and guide you through the relocation and settlement stages of your move to Australia.

To read more about Skilled Medical and view our Australian job board, visit us at www.skilledmedical.com

Refer a Colleague

Do you have a medical friend or colleague who is interested in working in Australia? We pay a referral reward for the successful placement into a permanent Australian position.