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Cardiac Surgery Fellow
South Brisbane
The position of Cardiac Surgery Fellow will deliver medical services through participation in clinical duties at Fellow level and in accordance with the policies, practices and Values of the Children’s Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service, demonstrate commitment to evidence based practice, research and quality improvement activities, including undertaking clinical audits and clinical risk management activities, assist in the professional development of junior medical staff and the training of medical and allied health students.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L10-L13, L4-L9 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - South |
| Job ad reference | QLD/H26CHQ695276 |
| Closing date | 15-Oct-2027 |
| Job duration | 12 months (July 2027 - June 2028) |
| Contact person | Prem Venugopal |
| Contact details | 07 3068 5575 Access the National Relay Service |
About the Team
CHQ is a specialist statewide hospital and health service dedicated to caring for children and young people from across Queensland and northern New South Wales. Our vision is to lead life-changing care for children and young people for a healthier tomorrow. We do this through world-class care, research, advocacy and leadership, and collaborating with our healthcare partners, most importantly families, to ensure we consistently deliver safe, high-quality person-centred care.
About the Role
In this role you will deliver quality outcomes for children, young people and families (Leader of Self) in accordance with the Children's Health Queensland Leadership Excellence Framework and the Queensland Public Service and the CHQ values. Your contribution will include:
Generic Responsibilities
- Undertake regular assessment and performance review, actively participate in unit and facility based educational programs and meet mandatory training requirements.
- Role model professionalism with respect to confidentiality, patient dignity, effective communication at primary patient care level and with staff, and the completion/maintenance of accurate and comprehensive medical records.
- Actively participate in teaching and supervision of Junior Medical Staff, Medical Students and other members of the multidisciplinary Undertake skills-based training to support this role.
May be required to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays, and/or be on-call including contribution to the General Paediatric After Hours and Weekends Roster.
Specific Responsibilities
- Develop a positive culture within the Division which encourages and recognises high performance, builds leadership capabilities and supports staff to maximise their health and wellbeing.
Clinical
- Ensure appropriate and timely summary documentation through all phases of patient care, by completing patient progress notes, correspondence and reports including discharge planning and discharge/ functional outcome
Educational and Professional Development
- Participate as part of a multidisciplinary team by adopting attitudes consistent with a team approach to the management of disability and exhibiting the social and ethical behaviour required for a senior staff member in Cardiac Surgical Unit.
- Senior registrars/advanced trainees and fellows will contribute to medical student and junior medical staff The teaching opportunities include specialty unit specific teaching and broader hospital wide teaching programs. All clinical teachers are entitled to apply for a University of Queensland Academic Title at the level of Associate Lecturer (registrars) or Lecturer (Fellows with the FRACP or equivalent.)
Research
- Develop the skills of critical evaluation of published research and the ability to design research projects by participating in all professional development activities.
Inclusion and diversity
To encourage inclusive practices in recruitment, we are committed to increasing our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce and building inclusive cultures that respect and promote human rights and Workforce Diversity and Inclusion. CHQ is an equal opportunity employer.
Some of the great benefits of working at CHQ HSS
If you're looking for a rewarding career, and you're excited to contribute to the development of Australia's best paediatric health service, come and join the team at CHQ and enjoy a range of benefits including:
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Competitive renumeration
- Annual pay increases
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Salary packaging
- Employee wellness and assistance program
- Work/life balance, variety, and flexibility
You can find out more about why it's so great to work at CHQ HHS here.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Please review the Role Description, Information Pack and Applicant Tool Kit for more information on application process requirements. Agency referrals will not be accepted for this position.
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