At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver compassionate end-of-life care and lead specialist medical services.
- Company: Join Murrumbidgee Local Health District, dedicated to improving patient journeys.
- Benefits: Work in a supportive multidisciplinary team with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diverse applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in communities by shaping palliative care services.
- Qualifications: Fellowship in Palliative Medicine and extensive patient care experience required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Join the Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) as a Visiting Medical Officer – Palliative Care Specialist and be at the heart of delivering seamless, compassionate end-of-life care across our region. The Palliative Care Specialist will provide a Specialist Medical Service across the LHD, including direct clinical management and education, for the specialist palliative care service.
You will lead specialist medical services across the LHD, providing direct clinical management and expert education within our dedicated palliative care teams. You will also collaborate closely with non-specialist providers to enhance end-of-life care across inpatient facilities, residential aged care, and the community.
MLHD’s Specialist Palliative Care Services span urban and rural communities, integrating community-based care and in-reach services to hospitals and aged care homes. Work in strong partnership with key stakeholders to strengthen service delivery and continuity of care.
Responsibilities:
- Provide specialist medical services across the LHD
- Lead specialist medical services and provide expert education
- Collaborate with non-specialist providers to enhance end-of-life care
- Work in partnership with key stakeholders to strengthen service delivery
Requirements:
- Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians Chapter of Palliative Medicine (FAChPM), or specialist qualification with certification of equivalent recognition by AHPRA
- Extensive experience in the provision of direct patient care
- Demonstrated experience in teaching palliative medicine and end of life care
- Demonstrated ability to provide high quality compassionate medical care
- A willingness to provide both face-to-face and digital health
MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal People and people from racial, ethnic or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disability.
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Contact Details:
Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) Recruitment Team
