Consultant Emergency Physician
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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Monash Health is Victoria’s largest and most comprehensive health service. For more than 170 years, Monash Health and its predecessors have provided safe, high-quality healthcare for people at every life stage. With 25,500 employees, we provide care to south-eastern metropolitan Melbourne and rural Victoria from over 40 locations, via telehealth, within local communities and in people’s homes.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.
About Monash Doctors
To help grow your career, there are more than 1,900 Junior and 1,700 Senior Doctors at Monash Health in over 200 medical specialties. We offer unparallel opportunities in Victoria's largest & most clinically diverse teaching health service.
The Team & Role
As an Emergency Physician at Monash Medical Centre, you will:
- Provide high-quality emergency medical care across all areas of the Emergency Department.
- Deliver expert assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of emergency presentations, including critically ill and injured patients.
- Provide consultant leadership and clinical decision-making within a dynamic 24-hour service
- Support patient flow and service delivery while maintaining excellence in patient safety and quality care
- Supervise, teach and mentor registrars, HMOs, interns and medical students
- Participate in departmental education, simulation and professional development activities
- Contribute to research, innovation and evidence-based practice initiatives
- Lead and support quality improvement, clinical governance and patient safety programs
- Participate in non-clinical portfolios, departmental projects and service development activities
- Work collaboratively with nursing, allied health and specialist teams across Monash Health
About You
You are a motivated Emergency Physician who is committed to delivering safe, compassionate and evidence-based care.
You bring:
- Outstanding clinical expertise and judgement in Emergency Medicine
- A commitment to patient-centred care and clinical excellence
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- A passion for teaching, mentoring and supporting junior clinicians
- A demonstrated commitment to quality improvement and clinical governance
- An interest in research, innovation and continuous learning
- A collaborative approach aligned with Monash Health's values of being Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Medical degree from a recognised tertiary institution
- Current Specialist Registration with AHPRA
- Fellowship of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM)
- Demonstrated experience and clinical expertise appropriate to Senior Medical Staff practice
- Commitment to maintaining continuing professional development and professional standards
- Demonstrated understanding of patient safety, clinical governance and medico-legal responsibilities.
Desirable
- Experience in clinical leadership or service development
- Research, audit and critical appraisal skills
- Quality improvement and innovation experience
- Involvement in undergraduate or postgraduate medical education
- Postgraduate qualifications in leadership, education, research or healthcare management.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Jeniffer Kim-Blackmore (HOU MMC ED Adult) on 0406 694 663.
Position Description can be found here
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.