SA Health Job Pack Job Title Emergency Consultant Job Number 525402 Applications Closing Date 07/02/2014 Region / Division Health Service Location Classification Southern Adelaide Local Health Network Flinders Medical Centre Adelaide Metro MD2 Job Status Full Time to 26/08/2014 Indicative Total Remuneration* Criminal History Assessment $348,302 - $451,835 Pro Rata Applicants will be required to complete and submit a Department of Communities and Social Inclusion (DCSI) Criminal History Check. The following checks will be required for this role: Child Related Employment Screening Vulnerable Person-Related Employment Screening Aged Care Sector Employment Screening General Employment Probity Check Please ensure that the appropriate forms are completed and taken with you to the interview stage of the recruitment process. Further information is available on the SA Health careers website at www.health.sa.gov.au/careers - see Career Information, or by referring to the nominated contact person below. Contact Details Full name Alan O'Connor, Network Clinical Director - Emergency, Southern Adelaide Local Health Network OR Phone number 82047117 Beverley Barnes, Medical HR and Rostering Officer Email address Alan.O'Connor@health.sa.gov.au beverley.barnes@health.sa.gov.au
Guide to submitting an application Thank you for considering applying for a position within SA Health. Recruitment and Selection processes across SA Health are based on best practice and a commitment to a selection based on merit. This means treating all applications in a fair and equitable manner that aims to choose the best person for the position. A well presented, easy to read application will allow the panel to assess the information they need from your application. To give yourself the best opportunity to reach interview, the application should clearly and concisely demonstrate to the selection panel that you are suitably equipped to perform the role, and that you possess all of the stated minimum essential skills, abilities, knowledge, experience and educational qualifications (where required). The online application form to apply for this position will ask for employment history, education, qualifications and referees however to understand the position and requirements we suggest you become familiar with the attached Job and Person Specification. We request that you attach the following to your application - A covering letter of up to 2 pages introducing yourself to the selection panel and describing your skills, abilities, knowledge, qualifications and experience in relation to the position; A current Curriculum vitae/resume that includes your personal details, relevant employment history, education, training courses, qualifications and professional memberships. * Refer to http://www.sahealthcareers.com.au/information/ for further information regarding The Indicative Total Remuneration which is inclusive of Award salary, superannuation and other monetary benefits. Information for Applicants Criminal History Assessment requirements Southern Adelaide Local Health Network (LHN) JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATION (NON-MANAGERIAL) TITLE OF POSITION: Emergency Consultant Classification: MD2 Classification Reviewed: Position No: FMO316 ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT: SA Health Southern Adelaide LHN Health Unit: Flinders Medical Centre Division: Medicine & Emergency Department / Section: Emergency Position Created: Job and Person Specification Approval CEO or Delegate / / Date JOB SPECIFICATION 1. PREAMBLE The Southern Adelaide Local Health Network (LHN) provides care for around 341,000 people living in the southern metropolitan area of Adelaide as well as providing a number of state-wide services, and services to those in regional areas. More than 7,000 skilled staff provide high quality patient care, education, research and health promoting services.
Southern Adelaide LHN provides a range of acute and sub acute health services for people of all ages, and has three hospitals, Flinders Medical Centre, Noarlunga Hospital and the Repatriation General Hospital. Primary Health and Transition services delivers a range of services across the southern metropolitan area of Adelaide, with a focus on providing chronic disease management programs in the community, and transition and hospital substitution and avoidance programs targeted at chronic disease and frail aged. Southern Mental Health provides a range of integrated services across community and hospital settings, targeted at all age groups, in collaboration with non-government organisations and General Practice Network South. 2. SUMMARY OF THE BROAD PURPOSE OF THE POSITION and its responsibilities/duties The Emergency Consultant provides clinical services of the highest possible standard to Emergency Department patients at Flinders Medical Centre and Noarlunga Health Services, both in terms of individual performance and by providing clinical leadership and contribution to a multidisciplinary approach to the delivery of patient care. The Emergency Consultant is actively involved in teaching medical students and trainee medical officers and where appropriate Nursing and Allied Health. The Emergency Consultant participates in clinical audit and quality, safety and clinical risk management activities and research and continuous medical education activities. 3. REPORTING/WORKING RELATIONSHIPS (to whom the person reports, staff for whom the person is responsible, and other significant connections and working relationships within the organisation) Supervisor Reports to: Supervisor s Position: Subject Position: Positions supervised: Chief Executive Officer, SALHN Network Clinical Director, Emergency Department through the FMC Emergency Department Clinical Director Emergency Consultant, Emergency Department Senior Medical Practitioners Trainee Medical Officers Medical Students 4. SPECIAL CONDITIONS (such as non-metropolitan location, travel requirements, frequent overtime, etc) Job and Person Specifications are reviewed regularly as part of the ongoing Performance Development process. May be required to work within other locations of the Southern Adelaide LHN. Some out of hours work may be required. Support values consistent with the aims of SA Health and the LHN, including honesty, respect and integrity. May be required to undertake a health assessment prior to commencement. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Report. Comply with the Principles of the Code of Fair Information Practice, adopted by the Department of Health, which regulate the collection, use, disclosure, storage and transfer of all personal patient/client information within the Department and throughout its funded service providers. Participation in an on-call roster and out of hours work will be required as directed by the site based Emergency Department Director. Must be prepared to attend and participate in hospital/area/regional committees as directed. Must be prepared to participate in annual performance reviews
5. STATEMENT OF KEY OUTCOMES AND ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES (group in to major areas of responsibility / activity and list in descending order of importance). 4.1 Provide a high quality clinical service and clinical leadership by: Providing appropriate specialist level emergency clinical care to patients Coordinating the follow up care of patients Providing clinical supervision to Senior Medical Practitioners, Trainee Medical Officers and Medical Students Contributing to an after-hours on-call service in accordance with a roster agreed by the site based Emergency Department Director Overseeing the smooth functioning of the clinical area when on shift Ensuring the maintenance of comprehensive clinical records which document significant patient management decisions Ensuring effective communication with other care providers to promote continuity of patient care 4.2 Demonstrate a commitment to continuous service improvement by: Participating in the development of clinical guidelines and protocols Attending and participating in clinical and departmental meetings Participating in departmental peer review and audit activities Continuously reviewing existing practices and promoting change where required Participating in quality programs undertaken by SALHN Participating in the identification and minimisation of risk within the clinical and work environment Participate in activities to aid the Emergency Department to meet the National Emergency Access Target (NEAT). 4.3 Demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional development by: Attending conferences to maintain and enhance knowledge Participating in programs designed to provide personal growth and development Participating in and complying with College based programs directed towards maintaining the highest standards of professional care Participate in annual performance review 4.4 Demonstrate a commitment to the provision of a multidisciplinary approach to clinical care by: Working harmoniously with all members of the clinical team Being responsive to the expectations and needs of both clinical and non clinical colleagues 4.5 Engender a consumer focus in service delivery by: Ensuring patients are able to exercise their rights and responsibilities Ensuring that patients and families are given adequate information upon which to base treatment decisions and follow up Being responsive to complaints from patients and their relatives 4.6 Provide appropriate support, direction and training to trainee medical officers and medical students by: Providing appropriate direction and supervision to registrars, resident medical officers and interns Acting as a role model and mentor for medical students, registrars, resident medical officers and interns Participating in the education of registrars, resident medical officers, interns and students 4.7 Participate in and contribute to the academic life of the Emergency Department at the direction of the Head of the Department by:
Conducting research Participating in the research discussions Contributing to the supervision of postgraduate students 4.8 Contribute to a safe and healthy work environment, free from discrimination and harassment by: Working in accordance with legislative requirements, the Code of Ethics for the South Australian Public Sector and departmental human resource policies, including WHS requirements. Maintaining effective work practices. Adopting procedures and practises that comply with the WHS Act. Reporting all accidents, incidents and near misses. Making proper use of all safeguards, safety devices and personal protective equipment. Taking reasonable care to protect the health and safety of one s self and of others. Attending mandatory safety training programs 4.9 Contribute to the well-being of people in South Australia through participation in Counter Disaster activities, including attendance as required at training programs and exercises to develop the necessary skills required to participate in responses in the event of a disaster and / or major disaster. 4.10 Commitment to achieving and complying with National Safety & Quality Health Service Standards. Acknowledged by Occupant: Date: / / PERSON SPECIFICATION 1. ESSENTIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (those characteristics considered absolutely necessary) Educational/Vocational Qualifications Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent Fellow of the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine or equivalent qualification that is registrable with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Medical Practitioner with Specialist registration; or another qualification as defined in the SA Medical Officers Award Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills Demonstrated high standard of clinical practice in Emergency Medicine. Demonstrated professional integrity, leadership and motivational skills. Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrated participation in approved continuing medical education since attaining specialist qualification. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement. Effective interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of professional judgement and medical competence in a multidisciplinary setting. Respect for the rights and responsibilities of patients and their families. Ability to organise work priorities in planning, development and implementation of tasks in meeting deadlines. Proven commitment to the principles and practise of: EEO, Ethical Conduct, diversity and WHS; Quality management and client oriented service; Risk management.
Experience Experience with the supervision and teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate medical staff. Extensive clinical experience relevant to work in an ED. Experience in quality improvement activities. Knowledge Understanding of Work Health Safety principles and procedures Understanding of Quality Management principles and procedures Understanding of Delegated Safety Roles and Responsibilities Awareness of National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards Up to date knowledge on the management of emergency medicine patients Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity principles Knowledge of the Code of Fair Information Practice Understanding of the rights and responsibilities of patients and their families Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications 2. DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS (to distinguish between applicants who meet all essential requirements) Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills Ability to work within and provide leadership for multidisciplinary team Ability to work constructively with nursing and medical staff. Demonstrate a flexible approach to working within a multi-disciplinary team. Experience Experience in a broad range of medical fields relevant to the practice of emergency medicine. Experience in a variety of settings working with a range of populations including Indigenous and culturally and linguistically diverse communities would be an advantage. Experience in research activities Proven experience in basic computing skills including email and word processing. Knowledge Knowledge of the Public Health System Knowledge of Evidence Based Medicine & Best Practice Principles A sound clinical knowledge of Emergency Medicine practices An understanding of budgetary requirements affecting the Health System. Awareness of the Charter of Health and Community Services rights.