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1 MERCY PUBLIC HOSPITALS INC POSITION DESCRIPTION Core Mercy Values: Compassion, Hospitality, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, Teamwork Position title: Entity/Group: Business Unit/Department: Position reports to: Hospital Medical Officer (Known as Registrar or Resident depending upon the designation of the position to which they are appointed.) Mercy Hospital for Women (MHW) Clinical Director Obstetric & Maternity Services Employee name: Date: May 2013 Positions reporting to this one: Position Purpose: Qualifications: The medical practitioner provides care for inpatients and patients in outpatients and the Emergency Department within the rules pertaining to Registrars/Residents. They are responsible for the completion of discharge summaries and coding. Employment is under the terms of the Hospital Medical Officers (HMOs) Award. Must be currently registered as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

2 Resource management: Total staff management (FTE): Annual Operating Expenditure: Annual Capital Expenditure: Mandatory Organisational Competencies Personal Competencies Job Competencies Orientation (on commencement) Commitment to the Mercy values. Comply with the requirements of the annual organisational mandatory and role related competencies policy and procedure. Diversity & Equity (annual) Demonstrated ability to build relationships with people at all levels. Relevant professional registration Emergency Procedures (annual) Work Health & Safety (annual) Ability to manage and work as part of a team. Capacity for constructive selfreflection and learning from actions and feedback. Good knowledge, understanding and commitment to the mission, vision and values of Mercy Health Knowledge of contemporary clinical issues Infection Control (annual) Highly developed leadership skills. Knowledge of funding in public health care facilities Communication/interpersonal skills Judgement/problem solving Teamwork/Collaboration Appropriate delegation of authority and responsibility Customer focused Computer literate Adaptability/flexibility A practical common approach to problem solving & trouble shooting Generic Requirements Act professionally and in accordance with the Mercy Health Code of Conduct Maintain clinical registration (where applicable) Participate in annual performance development review (PDR) process

3 Key Result Areas Key Activities Standard Measures Ensure the values of Mercy Health are incorporated into daily work practices for all staff. Demonstrates and upholds the Values and Mission of Mercy Health. Demonstrates leadership in the area of safety, quality & risk and contributes to organisational quality and safety initiatives Ensure the provision and implementation of quality clinical care. Maintain a safe environment for patients/self/colleagues and members of the public. Escalate concerns regarding safety, quality & risk if unable to rectify yourself. Lead, develop, implement and participate in evaluation and continuous improvement and clinical indicator processes. Demonstrate and champion the principles of Person Centred Care: o Respect & Dignity o o o Information Sharing Participation Collaboration To be aware of and adhere to the philosophy of the Hospital as set out in the Mission Statement and to follow the approved Clinical Guidelines Have due regard for the reputation and interests of the Hospital at all times. Exercise due professional care in the management of patients who may be allotted to him/her within the limits of his/her own competence and experience. Undertake such duties as the relevant Shows compassion and provides support to staff and customers. Consistently shows respect and values each person s dignity. Seeks opportunities to be innovative for improvement. Communicates openly and honestly as an effective member of the leadership team. Risk assessments completed and controls implemented. Incident/s reported as soon as practicable. Undertake incident investigations. Injured employees are managed within Guidelines. Orientation records. Training records. Accreditation outcomes. Patient satisfaction and experience survey results. Develop and action annual quality plan and business plan. Organisation successfully accredited

4 Key Result Areas Key Activities Standard Measures Clinical Director may determine either by roster or from time to time as occasion may demand. Responsibility for admission and care of obstetrics and gynaecology patients. To undertake such patient care as may be delegated by a Visiting Medical Officer of the Mercy Hospital for Women. When on night and weekend duty, contact the Consultant on call regarding any emergency admission and any serious clinical problems that may arise. Perform a daily round of his/her patients when rostered for duty. Consult with the Nurse Unit Manager of the Ward regarding treatment of patients. Orders must be recorded on appropriate sheets in the medical record. Assist with & attend Outpatients sessions as rostered and carry out duties as directed by the relevant Clinical Director. Ensure effective lines of communication are maintained. Demand all staff to behave in accordance with Mercy Health values at all times & resolve conflict as required. Demonstrates supportive behaviours for colleagues Promotes a pro-active approach to communication Attends hospital forums and unit/department meetings as required Establishes effective and appropriate patterns of communication with clients, families, colleagues and management Initiates and maintains accurate documentation Well informed patients & staff working in a harmonious environment Evidence of a culture with open and transparent communication

5 Key Result Areas Key Activities Standard Measures Completion of the appropriate Admission, Operation and Outpatient records to the standard required by the Australian Council on Hospital Standards. Accurate completion of discharge summaries and coding sheets. To advise the Clinical Director as early as possible when unable to attend to rostered duties because of sickness, accident or other event or if it is necessary to leave the hospital during a period of duty. Inform the relevant Clinical Director as soon as possible regarding: Any incidents that occur of a medico-legal nature, any complaints received from patients or relatives, any problems in regard to the provision of services and equipment for the care of patients. Obtain permission of the relevant Clinical Director if it is necessary to leave the hospital during a period of duty. Any other duties as will be laid down from time to time by the relevant Clinical Director. Make such reports and issue such certificates as are necessary by the nature of the appointment. Maintain a proper record of symptoms, examinations and treatment of all patients allotted. Complete departmental request forms for diagnostic purposes in accordance with departmental and hospital regulation.

6 Key Result Areas Key Activities Standard Measures Clinical and theoretical knowledge is up to date Professional representation of the medical profession & MHW Ensures responsibility of own professional development Participate in any research program as arranged by the Research Committee or the Clinical Review Committee. Co-operate with and be prepared to participate in educational activities and programmes. Employee s Signature: Date: Print Name: Manager Signature: Date: Print Name:

7 Mercy Hospital for Women Key Requirements for Medical Practitioner s Curriculum Vitae The following information is required to be provided in your Curriculum Vitae (CV): Full name address AHPRA Medical Registration number, type and expiry date Qualifications with date obtained; Current and previous positions : Full Time/Part Time/Hours Of Work Dates (start and end) Facility / Hospital Position title and responsibilities Note: Gaps in Work/Practice History Please provide an explanation of any period of absence from employment since obtaining your professional qualifications where you have not practised and reasons (e.g. undertaking study, travel, family commitment) You must declare on your curriculum vitae, that The CV is true and correct as at (insert date). The declaration must be sign and dated. If you have any enquires regarding the above requirements please contact the Office of the Chief Medical Officer on

8 VICTORIAN PUBLIC HOSPITALS REFEREE ASSESSMENT FORM 2014 NON COMPUTER MATCHED HMO & REGISTRAR POSITIONS INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: 1. Three (3) Referee Assessments are required. At least two (2) should be from Consultants. Registrars possible for one (1) only. 2. Complete the below details in full, prior to forwarding to your Referee, to ensure that this assessment is successfully matched to your application/s at the Hospitals. 3. Tick on the back page, the Health Services to whom you are applying and to whom the assessment is to reach. 4. Your Referee will send the completed Referee Form directly to the Hospital/s nominated by you on page DO NOT USE this form for COMPUTER MATCHING POSITIONS. Applicant s Details Name: Position(s) Applying For: (i.e. HMO3/Registrar, and Speciality/Stream e.g. surgical/ed/icu) Current Hospital: Phone: Referee s Details (completed by Applicant) Title & Name: Position Held: Hospital: Phone: INSTRUCTIONS TO REFEREE: 1. Complete the details below, rating the applicant according to the criteria by ticking the appropriate box, mindful of the ability expected at the applicant s particular level of training. 2. Retain the original assessment until the end of the year (in the event of miss faxing or additional requests). 3. Fax/ a copy of the FRONT PAGE ONLY to the Health Services nominated by the Applicant on page 2. In what capacity did this person work with you? (Eg surgical resident, medical registrar)... When? (Year)... For how long? (Eg. 3 months)... Would you be prepared to have the applicant work with you again? Yes No N/A Please comment: This Referee Assessment Form is confidential; however, it will be available to the appropriate Hospital Committees considering the appointment of the candidate. It may also be accessed by the candidate under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles. Please tick () the appropriate areas. CLINICAL COMPETENCY Knowledge base. Demonstrates adequate knowledge of basic and clinical sciences. Clinical skills. Elicits and records accurate, complete history and clinical examination findings Clinical judgement / Decision making. Organises, synthesises and acts appropriately on information; applies sound knowledge base. Self-awareness. Recognises limits of own skills & knowledge, and actively seeks feedback & assistance to continuously improve. Procedural skills. Performs procedures competently VERBAL & WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS Patient and family. Interacts effectively and sensitively with patients and families / care givers. Medical records / Clinical documentation. Provides clear, comprehensive and accurate records. PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT Professional responsibility. Demonstrates punctuality, reliability, honesty and self-care. Teaching. Proactive in teaching other healthcare professionals, patients and/or care providers. Time management skills. Organises and prioritises tasks in an effective manner. Teamwork and colleagues. Works with and contributes effectively within a team. Requires substantial assistance (5% of population) Requires further development Performance just adequate Consistent with level of appointment Performance better than expected Performance exceptional (5% of population) N/A Unable to assess Signature of Referee: Date: Page 1 of 2 Last Updated: 2 April 2014

9 INSTRUCTIONS TO REFEREE: Fax /mail the FRONT PAGE only to the Health Service/s ticked below. Do NOT fax this page to Hospitals! Please retain a copy of the assessment until the end of the year, in the event of miss faxing or additional requests. HEALTH SERVICE Incorporating Address Fax Phone/ ALBURY WODONGA HEALTH AUSTIN HEALTH BALLARAT HEALTH SERVICES BARWON HEALTH ALFRED HEALTH BENDIGO HEALTH HMO Coordinator EASTERN HEALTH JMS Coordinator CENTRAL GIPPSLAND HEALTH ECHUCA REGIONAL HEALTH GOULBURN VALLEY HEALTH LATROBE REGIONAL HOSPITAL MERCY HOSPITAL FOR WOMEN Medical Staff Recruiter MILDURA BASE HOSPITAL NORTHERN HEALTH NORTHEAST HEALTH WANGARATTA PENINSULA HEALTH Manager Medical Workforce PETER MACCALLUM CANCER CENTRE ROYAL CHILDREN S HOSPITAL ROYAL MELBOURNE HOSPITAL ROYAL VICTORIAN EYE & EAR HOSPITAL THE WOMEN S Medical Workforce Unit SOUTH WEST HEALTHCARE ST VINCENT S HEALTH WERRIBEE MERCY HOSPITAL WESTERN DISTRICT HEALTH SERVICE WESTERN HEALTH WIMMERA HEALTH CARE GROUP Wodonga Hospital Vermont Street WODONGA Vic 3692 Austin Hospital Studley Rd HEIDELBERG 3084 Ballarat Base Hospital PO Box 577 BALLARAT 3353 Geelong Hospital PO Box 281 GEELONG 3220 The Alfred, Commercial Road Sandringham Hospital & PRAHRAN 3181 Caulfield Hospitals The Bendigo Hospital PO Box 126 BENDIGO 3552 Angliss Hospital Box Hill Hospital Maroondah Hospital PO Box 94 BOX HILL Guthridge Pde SALE 3850 Echuca Hospital PO Box 25 ECHUCA 3564 Goulburn Valley Base Graham St Hospital SHEPPARTON 3630 PO Box 424 TRARALGON Studley Rd HEIDELBERG 3084 PO Box 620 MILDURA 3502 The Northern Hospital 185 Cooper St EPPING 3076 Wangaratta Base PO Box 386 Hospital WANGARATTA 3676 Frankston & Rosebud Hospitals, Golf Links Rd & Mornington Centre Royal Melbourne Hospital Warrnambool Base Hospital St Vincent s, St Georges & Caritas Hospitals PO Box 52 FRANKSTON 3199 St Andrew s Place EAST MELBOURNE Flemington Rd PARKVILLE 3052 Grattan St PARKVILLE Gisborne St EAST MELBOURNE 3002 Cnr Grattan St & Flemington Rd, PARKVILLE 3052 Ryot St WARRNAMBOOL Victoria Pde FITZROY Princes Highway WERRIBEE 3030 Hamilton Base Hospital PO Box 283 HAMILTON 3300 Western, Sunshine & Williamstown Hospitals Wimmera Base Hospital Private Bag FOOTSCRAY 3011 Baillie St HORSHAM / Please / Please call Refer to Refer to advert advert Please medical.recru itment@thewomens.o / Page 2 of 2 Last Updated: 2 April 2014