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Since 1 January 2023 in Queensland, eligible people have been able to access voluntary assisted dying as an additional end-of-life option. West Moreton Health Voluntary Assisted Dying Connect is comprised of a multidisciplinary team that will coordinate voluntary assisted dying services for WMH consumers to ensure a seamless, equitable and responsive

Permanent Part-time opportunity – 20 hours per fortnight!

The salary information provided is based on the full time equivalent (80 hours per fortnight).

Job details

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.

We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.

At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.

As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:

• We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
• We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
• We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.

Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.

What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health

About the role

The Senior Medical Officer – Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) Connect Service provides leadership in clinical services of voluntary assisted dying that is innovative and encourages whole of organisation participation in treatment and care aimed at achieving person-centred outcomes. A subspecialty interest in oncology, neurology, palliative care, anaesthetics, pain management, general medicine or general practice is desirable but not essential. Any other specialty deemed appropriate will be considered.

What we're looking for

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• High level clinical expertise and comprehensive contemporary knowledge of the provision of patient centred care in voluntary assisted dying, including an ability to manage complex clinical situations, coordinate, case manage and successfully deliver comprehensive patient-centred care and clinical governance for the VAD Connect service.
• Advanced level communication skills and organisational ability, including well-developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills and the ability to effectively use problem solving and conflict resolution frameworks.

Mandatory Requirements

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
• Authorised Voluntary Assisted Dying practitioner, or willingness to become an authorised Voluntary Assisted Dying Practitioner. For More information:Becoming an authorised voluntary assisted dying practitioner | Queensland Health

Why choose us

• Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact.
• Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
• Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
• Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.

To apply

For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description,#EveryoneIsALeader Framework and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• WM687929_07 Senior Medical Officer - VAD_RD (PDF)
  
  Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF)