Geriatric Medicine Registrar

Time for a lifestyle change? Join a workplace that’s friendly & welcoming Located on the beautiful Great South Coast, South West Healthcare offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical and psychiatric services. The organisation serves a catchment in excess of 110,000 and comprises a total of 282 beds and an extensive range of primary and community services. Warrnambool boasts excellent sporting, education (pre‑school to university), social and cultural facilities. The city’s award‑winning foreshore promenade is a path that stretches from the breakwater along the coastline to the Hopkins River mouth. About the role The Geriatric Medicine Registrar at SWH will have direct but shared responsibility for the treatment of geriatric patients at SWH. They will provide medical assessment and management as a member of the multi‑disciplinary team in the Geriatric department. The position will enable an effective and active role in the Geriatric assessment and discharge planning of patients resulting in the best possible outcome for the patient and their families. This position is a fixed‑term full‑time role for 12 months. However, it will be flexible as per trainee’s needs. What you bring The successful applicant will hold a current Registration Certificate of the Medical Practitioners Board of Australia and be able to demonstrate a commitment to providing safe, high‑quality patient care with a view to ongoing learning and self‑development. Excellent communication skills and an ability to work across multi‑disciplinary teams are essential to the success of this position. What we offer You will enjoy benefits such as: Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions. Internal and external professional development opportunities. Ongoing clinical supervision. A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs. Excellent terms and conditions of employment. Who we are We at SWH are the main healthcare provider in Southwest Victorian region catering to the needs of approximately 110,000 regional and rural Australians in 2 campuses (Warrnambool and Camperdown) with over 2,500 staff. As an organisation, SWH prides itself on its values: Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership, and its overall dedication to the local community. SWH respects all individuals and promotes equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio‑economic status. SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon Southwest sub‑region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub‑acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services. Warrnambool is one of the fastest‑growing regional cities in Victoria. Major primary industries include health, education, retail, tourism, dairy, food production, manufacturing, meat processing, professional services, and new‑age energy. It provides great work‑life balance and has all the amenities required. To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: How to apply Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Thursday 29 August 2024. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description. Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Doctors in Training (Victorian Public Health Sector) (AMA Victoria / ASMOF) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2022‑2026, with the appropriate Registrar classification. The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following: Police Record Check Employee Working with Children’s Check Current Immunisation status Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: #J-18808-Ljbffr