Position overview

The ACT Physician Training Network encompasses the Canberra Hospital Woden Campus, North Canberra Hospital, Goulburn Base Hospital and Southeastern Regional Hospital (Bega).

We have over 73 Basic Physician Trainees (BPTs) and over 40 Advanced Trainees in all medical specialties. The Physician Training office is led by the Network Director of Physician Education (NDPE) and supported by a Medical Education Support Officer (MESO).

The Senior Medical Registrars (SMRs) are important leadership positions in CHS network and will work alongside the campus Directors of Physician Education (DPE) and Medical Education Support Officer (MESOs) to deliver a high-quality physician education and training program in line with the RACP curriculum.

The SMRs will represent junior medical staff by acting as a representative on committees such as the ACT Network Physician Training Committee. The SMRs will assist with BPT recruitment, term allocations and rostering.

The roles will be split into an administrative/educational component (0.5FTE) and clinical component (0.5FTE). The SMR’s clinical duties will be negotiated with reference to the applicant’s specific training needs as part of their overall specialty advanced training. There will be also opportunities for undertaking research and teaching at the ANU Medical School.

The position would most suit an advanced trainee in general medicine at any level but a senior trainee in another discipline aiming to acquire more expertise in medical education would also be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Work with the DPE in recruitment and provision of support for BPTs both in their service roles and in pursuing their educational objectives.
2. Attend and contribute to Medical Morning Handover.
3. Represent physician trainees on various Committees including the Physician Training Committee
4. Assist implementation of the physician training education and training program that includes:
   • Organising the RACP Clinical Examination at North Canberra Hospital with the Regional Examiner
   • Coordinating the tutorial program for the RACP Written Examination
   • Preparing local trainees for the RACP Clinical Examination
5. Assist with resolving trainee rostering issues, in conjunction with the Medical Rostering Unit.
6. Demonstrate commitment to training and continuing professional development including participation in relevant teaching programs, activities, and feedback opportunities, involvement in research, and teaching of junior medical staff and/or medical students.
7. Undertake other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation.

Competencies

Specific competencies include but are not limited to the following.

• Strong organisational skills with a high degree of drive.
• Adaptability and flexibility to accommodate change and provide responsive services to meet clients’ needs.
• A commitment to practicing holistic medicine that considers and is sensitive to a patient’s unique psychological, spiritual and socioeconomic background.
• Ability to liaise effectively with staff at all levels and across disciplines.

Qualifications

Essential

• Must have an Australian MBBS medical degree or equivalent
• Be registered or be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Have completed at least 48 months of full-time equivalent experience in recognised registrar training position and commencing or completing advanced fellowship training
• The successful applicant will need to be available for weekend and after-hours work.
• A strong interest in developing further skills in medical education across all training levels.

Desirable

• Preferably be in the final 2 years of FRACP Advanced Training in Acute and General Medicine or Subspecialty Training, or have received their Fellowship.
• Have an understanding of how the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) indicators align with this role.
• Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in alignment to the CHS Exceptional Care Framework and all other related frameworks.

Prior to commencement

Appointment to this position is conditional on being granted and retaining appropriate clearances:

• Pre-employment National Police Check.
• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
• Comply with North Canberra Hospital Credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for medical professionals.

Important information

All employees are required to:

• Adhere to the Canberra Health Services Values and the ACT Public Service Code of Conduct.
• Act in accordance and comply with all relevant Safety and Quality policies and procedures.
• Comply with all relevant clinical and/or competency standards.
• Be available for weekend and/or after-hours work.

CHS is leading the drive to digitally transform health service delivery in Australia through the implementation of a territory wide Digital Health Record. Computer literacy skills are required which are relevant to this role as you will be responsible for completing required documentation and becoming a proficient user of the Digital Health Record and/or other Information Technology systems; once proficient, you will need to remain current with changes, updates, and contingencies.

What you Require (Key Selection Criteria)

These are the key selection criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resumé and experience.

1. Evidence that the applicant’s clinical experience, skills and personal attributes will assist in the development and implementation of the RACP BPT Curriculum.
2. Demonstrated high-level communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Demonstrated commitment to teaching and training and to participate in related education activities.
4. Demonstrated commitment to clinical governance relevant to the practice of acute hospital medicine including but not limited to audits, research, education and training.
5. Demonstrated understanding of, and adherence to, safety and quality standards, Work Health and Safety and the positive patient experience. Displays behaviour consistent with CHS’s values reliable, progressive, respectful, and kind.

Work environment description

The following work environment description outlines the inherent requirements of the role and indicates how frequently each of these requirements would need to be performed. Please note that the ACT Public Service is committed to providing reasonable adjustments and ensuring all individuals have equal opportunities in the workplace.