2027 Orthopedics Resident (PGY3+) at Workday

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Aug, 26

Salary

75.85

Posted On

24 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Orthopaedics, Patient Management, Clinical Decision Making, Care Management, Communication, Leadership, Time Management, Research, Quality Improvement, Patient Relations, Safety Intervention, Strategic Relationship Building, Cultural Diversity, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Documentation

Industry

Software Development

Description

Employment Type: Fixed Term Full Time Hours: 76 hours per fortnight Salary: From $45.85 to $75.85 Hospital Medical Officer Year 3+ Location: Werribee Mercy Hospital Application: Please upload resume, cover letter Contact: Mr Arshad Barmare – HOU -Orthopaedics, Email - ABarmare@mercy.com.au Where there’s life, there’s Mercy. Where there’s care, there’s You. Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we're there. Where will you be? For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that’s gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere. As a for-purpose organisation with over 10,000 dedicated, compassionate people, we continue to offer more services and deeper care than ever before. With Mercy, you’ll have the chance to make an impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere. At Mercy Health, it’s all about taking what we have and making it better. To do that, we need you. Join us as at Mercy Health, and help our teams deliver even greater outcomes. About the opportunity Join the team at Werribee Mercy Hospital, a dynamic public hospital located in the vibrant and fastest growing corridor of Victoria. As the Senior resident in our Orthopaedics Unit, you will have the opportunity to coordinate day-to-day operations, contribute to patient management decisions, collaborate closely with our senior medical staff, and stay up to date with the latest orthopaedic knowledge and skills. The position will be as a orthopaedics resident for 12 months, with opportunities during the year to act as a junior orthopaedic registrar. Build on your journey to becoming an orthopaedic specialist while making a real impact in the lives of our patients and the community while advancing your career in a supportive and stimulating work environment! ABOUT THE ROLE: • Aiding in coordinating and managing the day-to-day operations of the unit, including working with junior medical staff • Making critical decisions related to patient management, working with daily ward rounds, and ensuring that all patients are assessed and treated in a timely manner. • Maintaining close communication and collaboration within the unit, particularly regarding patients requiring urgent and ongoing care. • Thoroughly documenting patient information in the health record, reviewing patient progress regularly, and developing a discharge plan that is communicated with all relevant parties. • Keeping up to date with medical knowledge and skills, participating in quality improvement and audit activities, and performing other duties as required by the Medical Workforce. Research and quality improvements in orthopaedics this includes at least two research projects to present them at the Annual AOA meeting and either the summer or winter Victoria state meeting Applications must be made directly to Mercy Health. The eligibility standards to apply are in line with the HMO Service (via the PMCV) and are for any individual that falls in the categories below; provided they are eligible for General Medical Registration in Australia: Australian Trained (Permanent Resident) Graduate of a Victorian Medical Faculty Australian Trained (Permanent Resident) Graduate of an Interstate Medical Faculty Temporary Resident Medical Graduate of a Victorian Medical Faculty Temporary Resident Medical Graduate of an Interstate Medical Faculty Australian Medical Council Graduate (who has obtained Permanent Residency and is completing the requirements for (or currently holds) General Medical Registration in Australia) New Zealand Medical Graduates (Permanent Resident or International full-fee student) International Medical Graduate (Australian Permanent Resident) who will complete 12 months of workplace-based assessment at an Australian hospital (Competent Authority Pathway) Preferable qualities include: Keen interest in pursuing orthopaedics as a career, with a view to progress to registrar positions in 2027 Experience in orthopaedics as a resident Interest in research and quality improvements in orthopaedics ABOUT YOU: • Required competencies: Communication, Care management, Decision making, Patient relations, Safety intervention, building trust, managing work and time effectively, contributing to team success, building strategic work relationships, and respecting cultural diversity. • Desired personal qualities: Innovation, Willingness to learn and engage in ongoing professional development to stay up to date with orthopaedic knowledge and skills, and Ability to adapt to changes. • Excellent communication, care management, and decision-making skills are essential. • Leadership and adaptability are valued personal qualities for this job. What you’ll bring You’re resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care. To thrive in this role, you will have: Excellent clinical, time management, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve. A compassionate, flexible and positive approach to effective patient care and management. The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment. You will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining: A current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check. Proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders. Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare? Join us and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives - and your career. Are you ready to apply for this role? Click Apply now Please contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process. We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture. We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present. The team at Mercy Health is as wonderfully diverse as the patients, residents, clients and communities we support. We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. Mercy Health Australia is renowned for its unwavering commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered health services and aged care services. If you're value and display empathy, integrity, and are seeking the opportunity to make a real difference, we invite you to join us! Mercy Health is made up of 10,000 people who provide acute and subacute hospital care, aged care, mental health programs, maternity and specialist women’s health services, early parenting services, home care services and health worker training and development. Mercy Health employs people from many cultures and backgrounds who, irrespective of their beliefs, share a common bond to care for those in need. We look forward to welcoming you to your journey with Mercy Health.

Responsibilities

Coordinate day-to-day operations of the Orthopaedics Unit and manage patient care decisions through ward rounds and documentation. Conduct research and quality improvement projects to be presented at annual medical meetings.