Staff Specialist (Radiology) Royal Hobart Hospital Tasmanian Health Services
TABLE OF CONTENTS Executive Summary 3 Tasmanian Health Services 4 Staff Specialist (Radiology) 6 Employment Terms & Conditions 8 How to Apply 9 HardyGroup IN CONFIDENCE 2
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY An exciting opportunity exists at Tasmania s largest tertiary hospital, the Royal Hobart Hospital. The Radiology and Medical Imaging Department at the Royal Hobart Hospital provides a broad range of diagnostic imaging services for both inpatients and outpatients. The Staff Specialist Radiologist will work with a dedicated multi-disciplinary team at Tasmania s largest tertiary hospital, a Level 6 facility, currently in the midst of a $657 Million rebuild, on schedule for completion in 2020.The Department provides around 8600 procedures a month and offers a state-wide service for procedures such as PET Imaging, MRI, Multi Slice CT, Angiograph and Sonography. You will be a critical part of building and strengthening relationships across clinical groups, and have a role in teaching and provide supervision and training of post graduate specialist trainees as well as in research that demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement, as well as conducting radiological examinations and report findings. A strong relationship exists between the Health Service and the University of Tasmania a well as with Menzies. An opportunity for those candidates who might wish for a joint academic appointment with the University of Tasmania or Menzies could be a possibility. Hobart is a beautiful city with boundless natural appeal on the gorgeous island of Tasmania. There is an excellent education system, a proud appreciation of excellence in culinary delights, and a striking balance of quaint architecture with contemporary perspectives. HardyGroup IN CONFIDENCE 3
TASMANIAN HEALTH SERVICE To build a better health system for every Tasmanian One State, One Health System, Better Outcomes The One Health System Reform Program aims to improve patient outcomes by delivering better health services to Tasmanians. The establishment of a single state-wide delivery structure will improve the coordination of services and reduce duplication in both administrative overheads and clinical support services. The Tasmanian Health Service (THS) is governed by the Tasmanian Health Organisation Act 2011, and is responsible for delivering integrated services that maintain and improve the health and well-being of Tasmanians. The management team responsible for the delivery of health services state-wide and is led by a single Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and the health service is guided by a Governing Council which sets the strategic direction for the organisation). THS consists of four major public hospitals; North West Regional Hospital, Royal Hobart Hospital, Mersey Community Hospital and Launceston General Hospital. Each hospital plays an important role within the health system for the entire state. Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) will continue to be the principal referral hospital for the South and will provide a number of tertiary services for the state. North West Regional Hospital (NWRH) will build on its role in providing acute general hospital services to the North West region. Mersey Community Hospital will continue to provide a mixture of general hospital and 24-hour emergency services to the local community, as well as playing a vital role in a state-wide hospital network by specialising in elective surgery and subacute care. Launceston General Hospital (LGH) will continue as the principal referral hospital for the North and North West of Tasmania. The THS will give greater attention to using the services and expertise at the LGH to support quality services across the North and North West, in some cases for the first time. HardyGroup IN CONFIDENCE 4
Royal Hobart Hospital Redevelopment The Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) is being redeveloped to improve the delivery of healthcare for Tasmanians. The $689 million RHH Redevelopment project is jointly funded by the Australian and Tasmanian Governments. The project has been reset for success, so the new inpatient facility known as K-Block can be built with confidence. View more about the Redevelopment project here Medical Imaging The Radiology and Medical Imaging department provides a broad range of diagnostic and interventional (such as CT guided biopsy and neurointerventional services) imaging services for both inpatients and outpatients. Averaging at approx. 8600 examinations a month-the department offers state wide services for procedures such as PET Imaging MRI Multi slice CT Angiography & Sonography HardyGroup IN CONFIDENCE 5
Staff Specialist (Radiology) POSITION PURPOSE Staff Specialist (Radiology) will provide a high-quality service under the direction of the Clinical Director of Medical Imaging to in-patients and out-patients in addition to undertaking undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, training and research where applicable. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Staff specialist (Radiology) is responsible for Provide Specialist in-patient and out-patient care to patients of the Royal Hobart Hospital. Be involved with undergraduate teaching and post graduate teaching. Undertake research and quality improvement activities. Conduct radiological examinations and report findings. Provide advice on radiological findings and investigations required to other consultants and medical staff. View the required skills, experience and knowledge in the Position Description. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENT Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer of any new criminal convictions and/or if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered. Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialty. The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted: o Conviction checks in the following areas: crimes of violence sex related offences serious drug offences crimes involving dishonesty o Identification check o Disciplinary action in previous employment check. HardyGroup IN CONFIDENCE 6
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENT Competency in the main modalities of CT, MRI, Ultrasound and plain x-ray. Competency in Tier A Interventional procedures such as basic diagnostic angiography and interventional techniques. Experience in Neuroradiology or Interventional Radiology Candidates who possess a dual qualification in Radiology/Nuclear Medicine are also encouraged to apply for the role. SELECTION CRITERIA Sound knowledge of current specialty practice in diagnostic radiology. Demonstrated ability to provide specialty services as defined by allocated clinical privileges. Recent experience in an acute hospital setting. Demonstrated ability to work with a multidisciplinary team of medical, nursing and allied health staff. Demonstrated effective communication skills in dealing with patients, their relatives, and professional colleagues. Knowledge of continuous quality improvement activities relevant to practice within the clinical discipline. Evidence of ongoing participation and commitment to continuing medical education. REPORTING & KEY RELATIONSHIPS The Staff specialist (Radiology) in conjunction with the other radiologists in the department report to the Clinical Director of Medical Imaging. KEY DATA Staffing 10 FTE Annual Budget- Medical Imaging ~$20 million Service Location Useful Links Hobart Role Description Tasmanian Health Service Organisation Chart Strategic Plan Total Examinations for Financial Year HardyGroup IN CONFIDENCE 7
EMPLOYMENT TERMS & CONDITIONS REMUNERATION CLASSIFICATION An attractive remuneration is on offer and can be discussed with the Consultant. Specialist Medical Practitioner PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROBITY CHECKS Information on a person s suitability for appointment is obtained for all appointments. Potential appointees will be asked whether there are any reasons why they should not be appointed such as: Information on a person s criminal history and other associated probity checks will be sought from those candidates whose application has progressed to shortlisting for interview. Applicants unsure about the definition of disclosable criminal convictions or status of any criminal conviction may wish to seek legal advice in responding to the probity check questions. (A disclosable conviction is one that is recorded by the court and has not been rehabilitated or spent under the Criminal Law (Rehabilitation of Offenders) Act 1986 and, in the case of Commonwealth convictions, the Crimes Act 1914 (Commonwealth), and does not breach the confidentiality provisions of the Youth Justice Act 1992.) HardyGroup IN CONFIDENCE 8
HOW TO APPLY The closing date for applications is Friday 11 th May 2018 The reference number to include in your application is H18_2766 For a confidential discussion, please contact Principal Consultant, Rhodie Miller: M: +61 (0)422 816 557 E: rmiller@hardygroupintl.com Please submit application documentation to Search Coordinator, Kaavya Karunanithi: T: +61 (0)2 9900 0108 E: knithi@hardygroupintl.com Your application must include: 1. Completed HGI Application Form 2. Cover letter addressed to the search consultant; 3. A written response addressing the key selection criteria and essential requirements, found on pages 6 & 7; and 4. An up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae HardyGroup IN CONFIDENCE 9
REFEREES You will need to provide details of three (3) professional referees. To do so, complete the relevant fields in the Candidate Profile. You should carefully consider who you select to approach to provide reference advice. Your current manager must be included. It is customary for referee reports to be requested after interview and if you are the preferred candidate, your permission will be requested prior to contacting your referees. PERSONAL INFORMATION HGI complies with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), all applications are treated by HGI in strict confidence, however in submitting an application you are extending permission to share your application with the Selection Panel. Personal Information will be used to assess your suitability for appointment to this position. As part of the selection process, personal information will be dealt with in accordance with HGI s Privacy Policy and the Information Privacy Act 2009. HardyGroup IN CONFIDENCE 10
Department of Health and Human Services and Tasmanian Health Service Statement of Duties Position Title: Staff Specialist (Radiology) Position Number: Generic Group and Unit: Tasmanian Health Service (THS) Royal Hobart Hospital Section: Medical Imaging Award: Salaried Medical Practitioners Interim Agreement Level: 1-11 Reports To: Clinical Director Medical Imaging Check Type: Annulled Location: South Effective Date: November 2014 Position Status: Permanent/Fixed Term Position Type: Full Time/Part Time Classification: Specialist Medical Practitioner Check Frequency: Pre-employment Focus of Duties: Within the discipline of Radiology: Duties: Provide Specialist in-patient and out-patient care to patients of the Royal Hobart Hospital. Be involved with undergraduate teaching and post graduate teaching. Undertake research and quality improvement activities. Conduct radiological examinations and report findings. Provide advice on radiological findings and investigations required to other consultants and medical staff. 1. Patient Care Provide a radiology service to in-patients and out-patients. Participate in the after-hours on-call roster. 2. Teaching Undertake undergraduate clinical teaching. Provide supervision and training of post-graduate specialist trainees. 3. Research Maintain involvement in research activities. 4. Administration Work closely with the Director and other Staff. 5. Actively participate in and contribute to the organisation s Quality & Safety and Work Health & Safety processes, including the development and implementation of safety systems, improvement initiatives and related training, ensuring that quality and safety improvement processes are in place and acted upon. Page 1 of 5
6. The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying jobs at this classification level. Scope of Work Performed: Provide a high quality service under the direction of the relevant clinical service head to patients of Royal Hobart Hospital by: a) Providing appropriate clinical care to patients b) Coordinating the follow up care of patients c) Attending inpatients rounds and consulting clinics as scheduled d) Contributing to an after hours on-call service in accordance with a roster e) Ensuring effective communication with care providers, especially General Practitioners, to promote continuity of patient care. Demonstrate a commitment to continuous service improvement by: a) Participating in the development of clinical guidelines and protocols b) Attending and participating in clinical and departmental meetings c) Participating in departmental peer review and audit activities d) Continuously reviewing existing practices and promoting change where required e) Participating in quality improvement programs undertaken by the Royal Hobart Hospital f) Participating in College-based programs directed towards maintaining the highest standards of professional care g) Participating in personal performance appraisal. Demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional development by: a) Attending conferences to maintain and enhance knowledge b) Participating in programs designed to provide personal growth and development. Demonstrate a commitment to the provision of a multidisciplinary approach to clinical care by: a) Working harmoniously with all members of the clinical team b) Being responsive to the expectations and needs of both clinical and non-clinical colleagues. Engender a consumer focus in service delivery by: a) Ensuring consumers are able to exercise their rights and responsibilities b) Ensuring that patients and families are given adequate information upon which to base treatment decisions and follow up c) Being responsive to complaints from patients and their relatives d) Demonstrating empathy for patients and their families. Provide appropriate support, direction and training to trainee medical officers, nurses and Page 2 of 5
medical students by: a) Providing appropriate direction and supervision to Registrars, Resident Medical Officers and Nurses b) Acting as a role model and mentor for trainee medical staff, nurses and medical students c) Participating in the education of trainee medical staff, nurses and medical students. Participate in and contribute to the academic life of the Department by: a) Conducting research b) Participating actively in postgraduate educational activities e.g. Grand Rounds c) Contributing to the supervision of postgraduate students. Promote and contribute to the maintenance of a safe working environment by: a) Complying with Work Health and Safety (WH&S) and welfare policies and other written arrangements for WH&S and welfare at work b) Participating in relevant WH&S and welfare programs c) Complying with any reasonable instruction and following safe-work practices in relation to WH&S and welfare at work d) Participating in training programs and on the job training programs for WH&S and welfare e) Reporting all incidents, accidents and observed hazards to their supervisor or manager as soon as possible and assisting in the investigation process f) Supporting the role of the health and safety representatives by keeping them informed of any issues relating to WH&S and welfare in the workplaces g) Ensuring that you are not, by the consumption of alcohol or a drug, in such a state as to endanger their own health, safety at work or the health and safety or any other person h) Participating in appraisals to evaluate WH&S performance. Other information: a) Comply at all times with THS policy and protocol requirements, in particular those relating to mandatory education, training and assessment. Essential Requirements: Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer of any new criminal convictions and/or if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered. Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialty. The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted: Page 3 of 5
1. Conviction checks in the following areas: a) crimes of violence b) sex related offences c) serious drug offences d) crimes involving dishonesty 2. Identification check 3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check. Desirable Requirements: Competency in the main modalities of CT, MRI, Ultrasound and plain x-ray. Competency in Tier A Interventional procedures such as basic diagnostic angiography and interventional techniques. Selection Criteria: 1. Sound knowledge of current specialty practice in diagnostic radiology. 2. Demonstrated ability to provide specialty services as defined by allocated clinical privileges. 3. Recent experience in an acute hospital setting. 4. Demonstrated ability to work with a multidisciplinary team of medical, nursing and allied health staff. 5. Demonstrated effective communication skills in dealing with patients, their relatives, and professional colleagues. 6. Knowledge of continuous quality improvement activities relevant to practice within the clinical discipline. 7. Evidence of ongoing participation and commitment to continuing medical education. Working Environment: Staff employed against this Statement of Duties as a Visiting Medical Practitioner will be employed in accordance with the Tasmanian Visiting Medical Practitioners (Public Sector) Agreement and remunerated accordingly. The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and Tasmanian Health Service (THS) are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of patients, clients and the Tasmanian community through a sustainable, high quality and safe health and human services system, and value leading with purpose, being creative and innovative, acting with integrity, being accountable and being collegial. State Service Principles and Code of Conduct: The minimum responsibilities required of officers and employees of the State Service are contained in the State Service Act 2000. The State Service Principles at Sections 7 and 8 outline both the way that employment is managed in the State Service and the standards expected of those who work in the State Service. The Code of Conduct at Section 9 reinforces and upholds the Principles by establishing standards of behaviour and conduct that apply to all employees and officers, including Heads of Agencies. Officers and employees who are found to have breached the Code of Conduct may have sanctions imposed. Page 4 of 5
The State Service Act 2000 and the Employment Directions can be found on the State Service Management Office s website at http://www.dpac.tas.gov.au/divisions/ssmo Fraud Management: The Department of Health and Human Services and Tasmanian Health Service have a zero tolerance to fraud. Officers and employees must be aware of, and comply with, their Agency s fraud prevention policy and procedure and it is the responsibility of all officers and employees to report any suspected fraudulent activity to their Director or line manager, the Director HR Management and Strategy or to the Manager Internal Audit. The DHHS and THS are committed to minimising the occurrence of fraud through the development, implementation and regular review of fraud prevention, detection and response strategies, and are conscious of the need to protect employees who advise management of suspected fraudulent activity from reprisal or harassment, and to comply with its obligations under the Public Interest Disclosure Act 2002. Any matter determined to be of a fraudulent nature will be followed up and appropriate action will be taken. This may include having sanctions imposed under the State Service Act 2000. Delegations: This position may exercise delegations in accordance with a range of Acts, Regulations, Awards, administrative authorities and functional arrangements mandated by Statutory office holders including the Secretary. The relevant Unit Manager can provide details to the occupant of delegations applicable to this position. DHHS and the THS have a zero tolerance in relation to fraud and in exercising any delegations attached to this role the occupant is responsible for the detection and prevention of fraud, misappropriation and other irregularities, and for ensuring that all officers and employees are aware of their Agency s fraud policy and reporting procedures. Blood borne viruses and immunisation: Health Care Workers (as defined by DHHS and THS policy) with the Department of Health and Human Services and Tasmanian Health Service are expected to comply with their Agency s policies and procedures relating to blood borne viruses and immunisation, including against Hepatitis B. Depending on the level of risk associated with their duties, Health Care Workers may be required to demonstrate current immunity, previous seroconversion to Hepatitis B or immunity following vaccination. Records and Confidentiality: Officers and employees of the Department of Health and Human Services and the Tasmanian Health Service are responsible and accountable for making proper records. Confidentiality must be maintained at all times and information must not be accessed or destroyed without proper authority. Smoke-free: The Department of Health and Human Services and the Tasmanian Health Service are smoke-free work environments. Smoking is prohibited in all State Government workplaces, including vehicles and vessels. Page 5 of 5
Total Examinations for Financial Year 2017-2018 Jul-17 Aug-17 Sep-17 Oct-17 Nov-17 Dec-17 Jan-18 Feb-18 Mar-18 Apr-18 May-18 Jun-18 Angio 203 239 229 232 247 204 234 185 217 BMD 43 78 59 57 62 38 53 53 47 CT 606 639 574 614 681 558 536 550 648 CT DEM 663 687 663 717 694 754 825 772 892 DEM 2315 2464 2355 2394 2329 2547 2620 2292 2392 ICU 464 549 549 431 572 520 362 348 495 Mobile II O Theatre 138 164 159 173 157 167 166 167 184 MRI Room 1 337 345 335 323 342 288 307 271 323 MRI Room 2 247 262 269 244 261 210 235 200 233 OPG 23 25 35 33 36 15 33 34 32 PET-CT 223 237 209 230 243 177 218 215 221 General 784 778 646 686 761 627 685 627 668 Screening 72 73 77 87 93 53 82 72 75 Ultrasound 924 1030 956 979 1069 828 1015 924 1044 Nuclear Medicine 271 304 240 238 257 138 239 286 280 Ward Mobiles 312 328 340 291 297 293 274 286 326 NNICU 51 55 63 71 72 55 61 39 43 Wellington Centre 679 802 708 737 842 703 687 682 761 New Norfolk 89 100 83 83 71 45 54 62 68 MONTHLY TOTAL 8444 9159 8549 8620 9086 8220 8686 8065 8949 0 0 0