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Senior Medical Officer

  • Elizabeth Vale, SA, Australia, 5112
  • Casual
  • Make a difference at one of Australia’s leading health care providers
  • Generous salary packaging benefits, ongoing professional development and supportive team environment

About the role

To provide overnight medical care from 2100 – 0700 hours. The primary purpose of this role is to undertake the care of the patient that requires medical attention overnight, in the absence of the Visiting Medical Officer, or in the event of an emergency, when medical attention is required immediately, to prevent further deterioration and promote positive patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively with VMO and Nursing staff to ensure excellence in patient care
  • Follow and implement care plans as documented and communicate as appropriate
  • Complete any necessary documentation as required to ensure Calvary Central District’s Hospital can bill appropriately for the work and treatment undertaken for the patients
  • Deliver services in alignment with legislative and industry best practices;
  • Offer support and information to patient families as required 

What you bring 

  • COVID-19 vaccination is a mandatory requirement unless assessed exempt
  • Fully Registered Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, PFY 3 minimum
  • Advanced Life Support Training
  • Experience in Anaesthetics, airway management and ICU environments
  • A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission based organisation

For further information please contact Jayne Harris on jayne.harris@calvarycare.org.au or 0429 165 821.

About Calvary

We are a leading provider of quality, integrated care that puts our patients, residents and clients at the centre of everything we do. Calvary offers flexible careers in clinical, allied health, hospitality, ICT and health administration, mission, leadership, management and more. Founded in Australia in 1885, we’re one of the largest providers of health, aged and community care with over 18,000 staff and volunteers, 14 Public and Private Hospitals, 72 Residential Care and Retirement Communities and 19 Community Care Centres.

As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive where people are supported to draw strengths from their identity, culture and community. We value the integral dignity of each person and we encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ people, people who have come to Australia as migrants or refugees and veterans.

Why work for Calvary?

Joining us is your opportunity to learn with purpose and drive positive impact to our community in a stimulating work environment. We offer paid parental leave, salary packaging, career progression, flexible working hours and training and skills development. Calvary is also proud to be recognised as a leader in gender equality.  Further details are available here: https://www.calvarycare.org.au/careers/benefits/

If you are looking for a rewarding career in an organisation that supports the community, apply now!

Please note the following:

  • Only applicants with a valid right to work in Australia will be considered.
  • As part of the application process, you may be required to participate in a health evaluation, which could include face to face assessment and drug and alcohol testing, to ensure your suitability for the role.
  • Calvary has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirement for all workers. You will also be required to provide evidence of other immunisation as required for your role.
  • Please note we are unable to accept emailed applications or resumes and phone calls from recruitment agencies.

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