At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide patient-centred clinical care in diverse healthcare settings.
- Company: Kalgoorlie Health Campus, a vibrant community-focused health service.
- Benefits: Generous leave entitlements, subsidised accommodation, and relocation support.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for professional development and cultural engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while gaining diverse clinical experience.
- Qualifications: Valid Australian work rights and relevant medical qualifications.
A Health Service Medical Practitioner will provide patient-centred clinical care across a range of inpatient and outpatient settings and contribute to the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based healthcare services. Working under the supervision and support of senior medical staff, you will:
- Assess, diagnose and manage patients across a broad range of acute and chronic clinical presentations.
- Participate in ward rounds, outpatient clinics and emergency care as required.
- Participate in a 9-person rotating shift system with no on calls and minimal overtime.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and medical records.
- Contribute to quality improvement, patient safety and clinical governance activities.
- Participate in teaching, mentoring and continuing professional development opportunities.
- Gain exposure to a wide variety of General Medicine, Rapid Access, Cardiology, Infectious diseases and multidisciplinary diabetes ambulatory clinics.
The position is suitable for Advanced trainees in General & Acute Medicine who are in the RACP training program. Kalgoorlie Health Campus is accredited for 3 advanced trainees in General and Acute Medicine for 18 months with the opportunity to do 6 months Acute, 6 months core General Medicine and 6 months of Infectious disease as a subspeciality of General Medicine. Also suitable for General Practitioners who hold FACRRM or FRACGP and are interested in completing a year of Advanced specialist training in General and Acute Medicine.
Kalgoorlie delivers an exceptional quality of life. With a range of well-regarded schools, affordable housing, and minimal commute times, you’ll have more time for what matters most. Weekends can be spent exploring the stunning outback landscapes, enjoying local parks and sporting facilities, or immersing yourselves in the region’s rich history and vibrant community events. The town is well-equipped with essential services, childcare options, and recreational activities, making it an ideal place to raise children in a safe and welcoming environment. Plus, with regular flights to Perth, you’ll stay easily connected to the city while enjoying the benefits of regional living.
Professionally, you’ll benefit from diverse clinical exposure, ongoing development opportunities, and the chance to make a genuine difference in people’s lives every day.
What is in it for you?
- Enjoy Generous Leave Entitlements, Including Up To 4 weeks annual leave, 3 weeks professional development leave, and additional leave for cultural, compassionate, or long service (13 weeks after 10 years).
- Eligible staff can also access 5 weeks of overseas PDL after 5 years of service.
- Easy Access to Perth: Prefer to travel on ground? - There is also a return daily passenger rail service to Perth too.
- Subsidised Accommodation: Provided on a case-by-case basis.
- Regional Incentives: Additional entitlements for working in a rural location such as district allowance accommodation subsidies and travel days.
- Novated leasing and Salary packaging: Up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals.
- Relocation Support: If you are coming to work from overseas or interstate: You will be eligible to be reimbursed for costs related to the relocation of yourself and your immediate family (conditions apply and subject to regional approval).
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future.
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check.
Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
Health Service Medical Practitioner – General Medicine employer: Department of Health (WA Health)
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Contact Details:
Department of Health (WA Health) Recruitment Team
