Neurosurgery Registrar

When it comes to cancer care, choose hope.Chris O'Brien Lifehouse is an internationally recognised independent, not-for-profit cancer hospital leading the way in delivering patient-centered cancer care.
It is one of only two comprehensive cancer centers in Australia, characterised by a concentration of world-leading cancer expertise and services in one facility.
We seek passionate, caring, and dedicated staff who align with our Founder's vision of creating a collaborative environment in which respect, discovery, empowerment, and nurture thrive in the interests of our patients.The RoleAs a Junior Neurosurgery registrar, you will be working towards applying for the neurosurgery training program, combining clinical work and research.You will be responsible for:SurgeryAttend pre-admission clinic and assist with the organisation of pre-operative work up.Attend all Neurosurgical operating theatres.Help with pre-operative set up.Assist and partake during surgery.Clear documentation of operation report and post-operative orders.Communication of orders to ICU and ward.Daily ward rounds of each patient in the Unit.Careful documentation in the case notes of patient progress.Responsibility for communication with other surgical and medical officers/AMO about any relevant change in patient's condition.Discharge planning, together with patient and allied health staff and family.
Supervising discharge summaries and communication with AMO.Liaise with and counsel family or guardians of patient as required.ResearchCandidates may choose to partake in research projects of their own or get involved in research at The Chris O'Brien Lifehouse.Selection CriteriaIt is best suited for a junior registrar within the first 5 years of graduation looking to combine clinical work and research or study with flexible work hours.Must have completed at least 20 hours of Neurosurgery as a Junior Medical Officer.Preference given to those with experience within the Sydney Local Health District.Application Closes: 20th September 2024If this role sounds interesting to you, please click apply now and submit a resume and a cover letter detailing why you feel you're a good fit for this position.This is a Category A position.
To be employed by Chris O'Brien Lifehouse you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy.At Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to providing a working environment where each individual is valued, respected, and supported to progress.
Our priority is to ensure culture, policies, and processes are truly inclusive.Acknowledgement of CountryWe would like to acknowledge and pay respect to the traditional owners of the land on which we meet: the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation.Find us119-143 Missenden Road, Camperdown NSW 2050AustraliaWrite to usPO Box M33, Missenden Road, CamperdownNSW 2050Australia#J-18808-Ljbffr