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Employment Type: Half Year/Part Time Hours: 86 hours per fortnight OR part time 43 hours per fortnight Salary: from $57.71 to $79.44, Registrar Year 1 to Registrar Year 6 Location: Werribee Mercy Hospital Application: Please upload resume, cover letter, VISA status, relevant qualifications and other documentation as listed in the job ad Contact: Jamie Kearsley - JKearsley@mercy.com.au Henry To - HTo@mercy.com.au Surgical Admin Team - wmhsurgjunior@mercy.com.au 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. 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 Urology Summary of the role: Urology is a speciality at Werribee Mercy Hospital (WMH) with expanding services and growth in an enlarging population area in Western Melbourne. In addition, the General Surgery Unit is an accredited training rotation for the RACS General Surgery program and currently has two trainees allocated by General Surgery Australia. This is a 12 month position, offering a part time role in Urology. The role is to assist the urology unit to provide a range of services including emergency assessment and management, pre and post-operative care, attending operating lists and the outpatient management of patients across a range of emergency and elective urology conditions. NOTE: there is a component of general surgery cover with this role, on evening and weekends. General surgery includes sub-specialities in Acute General Surgery, Colorectal, Upper Gastrointestinal/Hepatobiliary and Breast/Endocrine.

One part time rotational contract are available over 12 months Feb 2027 to Feb 2028. Clinical duties will include emergency assessment and management, pre and postoperative care, attending operating lists, attending and running outpatient clinics and managing planning meetings and all audit requirements of the unit. Provide high quality clinical care under the supervision, or with the support, of the consultant general surgery surgeons and participate fully in the activities of the department. For General Surgery, there will be participation in the after-hours (evenings) and weekend roster. When on the urology duties, there are no afterhours commitments. The position would be suitable for a doctor looking to gain future entry into Urology training. We may consider a qualified and registerable Australian or International graduate looking for a supported position in urology/general surgery The successful applicant will be employed as per the terms and conditions set out in the current Victorian Public Health Sector (AMA - Victoria) Doctors in Training (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement Research projects and mentoring toward a training position would be supported as part of this role Educational/teaching opportunities are through the University of Notre Dame (Melbourne Campus)

ABOUT YOU:

Current general registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA). Provisional registration will NOT be accepted. Candidates currently residing overseas will also NOT be accepted.
A high standard of written and verbal communication skills. A practical common approach to problem solving & trouble shooting Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Prior experience at PGY3 or above in urology as Senior Resident or Registrar Preferably completed or enrolled for RACS courses (CCRISP, EMST, ASSET) and may have undertaken a Diploma in Anatomy, Anatomy Course (RACS) or worked in an Anatomy demonstration position Demonstration of strong educational and teaching abilities Demonstration of a commitment to research activities

Selection Criteria:

Experience in urology/general surgery as a HMO/Registrar in Australia (or equivalent) with strengths in surgical management General Registration in Australia with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA) with prior completion of all components requirements (including Part 1 and 2 clinical examinations). Provisional/supervised registration will NOT be considered Demonstrates independence in surgical management Strong communication and professional skills toward other employees Availability for 12 months

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. Please click here to apply.