Western Health Physiotherapy is seeking a Senior Clinician Physiotherapist with excellent leadership skills and extensive clinical experience in Neurology to join the team at Western Health and lead acute neurology and neurosurgery inpatient Physiotherapy services at The Western Hospital.
The successful applicant will have a clinical caseload in Neurology/Neurosurgery and supervise members of the Physiotherapy Team as they work to improve outcomes for their patients and provide excellence in physiotherapy student education.
This is a key leadership role for the Physiotherapy Department. Western Health is currently undergoing significant redevelopment and organisational change including the development of Sunshine Hospital as a major health facility for the West and the development Western Clinical School in collaboration with the University of Melbourne.
This is a great opportunity for a physiotherapist with a passion for neurology to develop their skills in leadership, service development and change management.
Experience in staff supervision and student teaching is essential. Must have or be currently eligible for Victorian Physiotherapist Registration. Please see position description for full selection criteria. Some flexibility re: days of work however Mondays are essential
Western Health is seeing an experienced Allied Health Assistant to work with acute medical and surgical patients in the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy services at Western Hospital.
Duties include preparation and implementation of individual and group intervention, administration and general team duties
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Midwife to join our Associate Midwife Management team within Maternity services at Sunshine Hospital.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic midwife who has excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as a commitment to team work and ongoing professional development. The Associate Manager is an integral member of the ward management team, assisting the Midwifery Unit Manager in the course of their duties to ensure effective operation of the clinical environment.
The Associate Midwife Unit Manager assists in managing resources available to the unit and acts as a role model in setting the clinical standards to achieve a high quality of midwifery care, fosters the development of cooperative professional relationships with the multidisciplinary health care team.
This key leadership role, will be responsible for coordinating care across the postnatal unit including post discharge care and networking with external agencies to ensure highest possible quality maternity care is provide to the families at Sunshine hospital.
If you have highly developed postnatal skills, and wish to develop your management skills within a supportive environment this position is right for you.
Western Health provide a range of both internal and external education opportunities to support you in the role of Associate Midwife Manager.
The Geriatric Evaluation Management (GEM) Unit is a 20 bed sub-acute unit with a dynamic multidisciplinary team who provide consultancy and care for the older person. The unit establishes rehabilitation goals with the client and their family/significant others with an aim to returning to the pre hospital home environment. The focus of the unit is to maintain and enhance the function capacity of the client to ensure a sustained or improved quality of life.
The Associate Nurse Unit Manager fulfils the roles and responsibilities of the Registered Nurse Division 1, demonstrating expert knowledge and skills while assuming a prominent management focus in the ward/unit. The Associate Nurse Unit Manager is an integral member of the ward/unit management team, assisting the Nurse Unit Manager in the course of their duties to ensure effective operation of the clinical environment.
The Associate Nurse Unit Manager assists in managing the nursing and related resources available to the ward/unit, acts as a role model in setting the clinical standards to achieve a high quality of nursing care, fosters the development of cooperative professional relationships with the multidisciplinary health care team, and
fosters and maintains a working environment which provides professional development and job satisfaction for all staff.
The Associate Unit Manager assumes the responsibilities and authority of the Nurse Unit Manager in their absence and as such must have a working knowledge of the administrative operation of the ward/unit. When appropriate the Associate Nurse Unit Manager is involved in the delivery of direct patient care.
- Full Time / Part Time Ongong Opportunity
- Generous Salary Packaging
A vacancy exists on 1 East for a full time / part-time ANUM position.
Ward 1 East is a Renal, Endocrine and medical specialty ward, which focuses on delivery of high quality care to its diverse mix of patients by staff who embraces multiskilling.
The applicant must have relevant experience in at least one of the above specialties, have highly developed interpersonal skills, and demonstrates leadership and an ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ward 1 East (20 bed inpatient ward, with an attached acute 4 chair haemodialysis unit)
- Part Time (60 hours/fortnight) predominantly Night Duty
Ward 1 East is a newly refurbished 20 bed inpatient ward, with an attached acute 4 chair haemodialysis unit. The ward services the Nephrology, Endocrinology, Addiction Medicine, Dermatology and Rheumatology units at Western Health.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated registered nurse wishing to expand their experience into management, to join our dynamic team as Associate Nurse Unit Manager. Experience in Endocrinology, Renal and/or Addiction Medicine highly desirable.
We will:
Provide a comprehensive orientation package including time on day shift.
Offer mentorship and the opportunity for on-going professional development
- Provide training in the area of peritoneal dialysis, with the potential to learn haemodialysis in the future
- Onsite parking
Applicants may be required to undergo a police records check and will be requested to provide copies of qualifications and registration where appropriate.
Only applicants that are qualified to work in Australia may apply.
Western Health Physiotherapy is seeking a Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join our Cardiorespiratory Team. Our Cardiorespiratory service has five Grade 2 rotations including Respiratory, Surgical, Acute Medicine, Oncology and Exercise Rehabilitation. The positions are well supported by Senior Clinicians, include supervision of grade 1 staff and students and provide opportunities to be involved in service devlopment and clinical research.
The Western Health Physiotherapy service operates across three hospitals and employs approximately 100 staff. Western Health is currently undergoing significant redevelopment and organisational change including the redevelopment of Sunshine Hospital as a major facility and the development Western Clinical School in collaboration with the University of Melbourne.
This is a great opportunity for physiotherapists with an interest in cardiorespiratory work to develop their clinical expertise and leadership skills.
Please see position description for full selection criteria. Start date 4th October.
Must have or be currently eligible for Victorian Physiotherapist Registration.
Physiotherapist Grade 2 – Cardiorespiratory Permanent Part-Time Position. Chronic Heart Failure, Student Co-ordination and General Medicine.
Western Health Physiotherapy is seeking two Grade 2 Physiotherapists to join our Cardiorespiratory Team, in a 0.6 EFT capacity. The particular caseload is a mix of Chronic Heart Failure Outpatient Rehabilitation, Student Co-ordination, and General Medicine inpatients.
Our Cardiorespiratory service has six Grade 2 areas including Respiratory, Surgical, Acute Medicine, Oncology and Exercise Rehabilitation. The positions are well supported by Senior Clinicians, include supervision of grade 1 staff and students and provide opportunities to be involved in service devlopment and clinical research.
The Western Health Physiotherapy service operates across three hospitals and employs approximately 100 staff. Western Health is currently undergoing significant redevelopment and organisational change including the redevelopment of Sunshine Hospital as a major facility and the development Western Clinical School in collaboration with the University of Melbourne.
This is a great opportunity for physiotherapists with an interest in cardiorespiratory work to develop their clinical expertise and leadership skills. Preference for the candidate to work Tues/Wed/Thurs, however negotiable.
Please see position description for full selection criteria.
Must have or be currently eligible for Victorian Physiotherapist Registration.
Full Time and or Part Time
Permanent/ Shift work
Physiotherapy/ Occupational Therapy/ Social Work (Allied health) Grade 2 and Registered Nursing grade 4
“If you are interested in flexible working opportunities- in a dynamic environment with a developing team model this may be the role for you “
The Western HARP program has recently undergone substantial change. 2010 has seen the development of a new model of care and a number of exciting opportunities for skilled and experienced nursing or Allied Health clinicians now exist in the new ‘Immediate response service’.
The Immediate Response Service is a multidisciplinary team providing care co-ordination to clients presenting to the Emergency department. The role is to reduce presentations/ admissions and optimize patient care through the provision of care co-ordination, outreach services and integrated care planning. The service operates between 8am and 9pm 7 days a week. We are seeking allied health and nursing team members to help us build the service.
The successful candidate will have commitment to developing integrated services for clients with multiple and complex service needs who often ‘fall between the gaps’. They will have experience and a preference for working in multi-disciplinary teams, possessing excellent assessment skills, ability to work autonomously in an emergency department and outreach setting and an interest in working with patients with complex needs. The role will include generic care co-ordination work along with discipline specific roles in both the Emergency department and community (Outreach) setting.
There are two positions available and thus it is the perfect time to become part of a team with flexible working hours, interesting and varied work with training and support
Full-time, temporary position until 8th July 2011.
We are seeking an enthusiastic pharmacist to join our team at an exciting time of development at Sunshine Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity to develop and extend your clinical pharmacy experience in a variety of areas including general medicine and surgery, geriatrics, psychiatry, paediatrics and obstetrics. Further clinical training will be provided and you will be supported in developing areas of interest.
Previous hospital pharmacy experience is preferred but not essential.
Western Hospital seeks an enthusiastic and energetic Clinical Psychologist or Clinical Health Psychologist to provide a part-time service to the Out-Patient Multi-disciplinary Medical and Behavioural Treatment Clinic for Morbidly Obese patients at Western Hospital, Western Health. This Out-Patient Clinic operates weekly on a Friday.
The successful applicant will have experience in weight-loss treatment and working in a multi-disciplinary team. They will have demonstrated ability in providing psychological interventions in groups as well as with individuals.
Experience and a genuine interest in research will be an advantage.
Western Hospital is located in the suburb of Footscray with easy access to public transport and major arterial roads.
Issues rich environment
Broad communications role
One of Melbourne’s fastest growing areas
Western Health is the major public provider of health services for people living in western metropolitan Melbourne.
Reporting to the Director Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, the Communications Adviser is primarily responsible for managing relationships with local and metropolitan media, preparing content for Western Health’s website, planning and managing events as well as communicating with our 5,000 staff and the rapidly expanding communities of Melbourne’s west.
To be successful in this role you require:
• Tertiary qualifications in a related field
• 3+ years experience in a similar role
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent writing ability
• Ability to develop strong working relationships
• Outstanding organisation and planning skills
• Experience in media relations
If you have experience in journalism, public relations or communications and are looking to take the next step in your career, we would like to hear from you.
‘Are you committed to the provision of integrated care for clients through working across services systems and agencies - This may be the role for you’
The Western Health care coordination services are currently at an important time of change. 2010 has seen the development of a revised model of care resulting in a new program configuration, management structure and service integration. A highly skilled and experienced manager is required to assist with the implementation of the new care model and provide ongoing leadership.
The focus of the Community Response Service is to reduce preventable Emergency Department presentations and admissions through the provision of community based care facilitation for patients at risk of frequent hospital presentations and admissions.
We are seeking an experience and dynamic individual to lead this new service. They will have excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with ability engage internal and external stakeholders. They will have established management experience with a focus on working with key stakeholders, and demonstrated ability to think strategically. Familiarity in working with contracts and service integration frameworks to optimise coordinated patient care would be a benefit. This role represents an opportunity to contribute to service and strategic development of a new and developing service.
A full time permanent grade 2 dietitian vacancy is available at Western Hospital. The role includes a challenging caseload of Intensive Care & TPN (in a job share role), Head and Neck and Respiratory units.
Other responsibilities and opportunities include input into the department student training, quality and research programs.
‘Are you looking for a role where you can influence service development and significantly contribute to integrated care pathways and innovative services - this may be the role for you’.
The Western Health care coordination services are currently at an important time of change. 2010 has seen the development of a revised model of care resulting in a new program configuration, management structure and service integration. A highly skilled and experienced manager is required to assist with the implementation of the new care model and provide ongoing leadership.
The focus of the Aged and Complex Care Response Service is primarily two fold:
1. Assessment, consultation and coordination of admitted patients to ensure access to appropriate care including management of the subacute assessment and waitlisting process for Western Health
2. Provision of community based assessment services to aged people living in the Western suburbs (Aged Care Assessment Service)
We are seeking an experience and dynamic individual to lead this new service. They will have excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with ability engage internal and external stakeholders. They will have a strong clinical backgrounds, demonstrated management experience, excellent organization skills with demonstrated ability to think strategically. This role represents an opportunity to contribute to service and strategic development, promoting integrated patient care and optimizing patient flow.
Western Health Radiology is currently seeking a Grade 3 MRI Radiographer for Full /Part time employment.
Western Health Radiology is the major provider of radiology services to the people of the Western suburbs. The radiology services are located at Sunshine and Western Hospitals and cover both paediatric, adult inpatient and outpatient imaging.
We are equipped with the latest and most up to date digital radiology equipment which includes:
•64 Slice CT’s, with extremely fast scan times and imaging down to 0.625mm per slice, CT examinations cover ultra-low dose cardiac imaging, colonography, body, neuro, vascular and orthopaedic imaging examinations.
•3T and 1.5T rebateable MRI scanners covering body imaging, musculosketal, neuro and paediatric imaging.
•Digital Dual Flat Plate radiography units, Digital flat plate Fluoroscopy and Digital Mammography with stereotaxy services. These provide leading edge quality imaging at a reduced radiation dose to both patient and staff.
•State of the art ultrasound equipment.
•Nuclear Medicine services with state of the art Gamma Cameras. The Unit at Sunshine combines with a CT scanner offering a full range of examinations including a cardiac, bone, renal, lung ventilation and perfusion scans.
Why Radiographers choose to work at Western Health:
• Excellent remuneration incorporating salary packaging.
• Filmless environment with PACS.
• Well supported professional development programs.
• Support for post graduate studies.
• Friendly team orientated department.
• Genuine career advancement opportunities in a broad range of modalities.
• 10-20 minutes from CBD.
• Accessible public transport or inexpensive parking
The Department of Nephrology is a busy and growing subspecialty unit of Western Health. It is a Level 3 Hub (autonomous) dialysis provider, ensuring an integrated service for all patients in the western suburbs with acute and chronic kidney disease. Acute Transplant care is co-ordinated with Melbourne Health, and transplant workup and post Transplant care is offered at Western Health. Additional services include an inpatient and outpatient service in Obstetric Medicine based at the Sunshine Hospital campus.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Medical Officers interested in pursuing further training as Registrars in this area of specialty. The positions are for 12 months commencing on 7th February 2011 and continuing until 5th February 2012.
Please Note:
All applicants must ensure that you attach the completed Application Form (below) online with your Cover Letter and CV at the time of submitting your application.
Please ensure that the Referee Assessment Form (below) is downloaded and forwarded to your Referees for completion. The completed form is to be returned via fax to Western Health as close as possible to the nominated Closing Date as this is a very important step in the shortlisting process.
Department of Nephrology
Western Health is the pre-eminent provider of health services in the western metropolitan region of Melbourne. Fast becoming known as a vibrant, progressive organisation focused on achieving excellence in patient care, Western Health serves one of the most multicultural regions of Melbourne and offers an extensive range of health services to a population of approximately 600,000 people.
The Western Health Renal Service provides a comprehensive suite of services ranging from pre-dialysis education and management, acute and maintenance dialysis, education and support for home dialysis, training and research opportunities and has plans for continued expansion of services over the next 5 years. As a result the following opportunities are available:
Research Nurse Coordinator
Part Time 12 hours per week
Contract initially to 30 June 2011
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced nursing professional to join our renal service and undertake the direction and management of our clinical research activities.
The Renal Research Nurse Coordinator is responsible for the provision and coordination of a high quality research service that meets the needs of clients and patients, adheres to current legislation, and maintains a safe working environment. The role incorporates ethics applications, screening and recruiting patients, adhering to study protocols for intervention, study participant monitoring and data collection, and resolving data queries. The Renal Research Nurse Coordinator will also be responsible for fostering a research environment for nursing staff and junior investigators.
You will:
o Be a registered Nurse, Division 1, possessing a current Victorian practicing certificate
o Hold a relevant post-graduate nursing qualification or working towards same
o Have minimum 2 years clinical research experience
o Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
o Demonstrate the ability to establish and monitor standards, guidelines and principles in relation to the responsibilities of the position
o Be able to prepare and monitor ethics submissions, case reports and study correspondence
o Demonstrate capacity to work autonomously
o Hold a current Victorian driver’s licence.
We will:
o Provide a comprehensive orientation package
o Offer training and mentorship
o Set clear service goals and provide regular feedback and support
o Welcome you into an exciting new renal service undergoing rapid growth and dynamic change
Enquiries: Vicki Levidiotis, Head of Clinical Trials – Nephrology, Western Health. Phone: 8345 6666,or email Vicki,levidiotis@wh.org.au.
Applicants may be required to undergo a police records check and will be requested to provide copies of qualifications and registration where appropriate.
Only applicants that are qualified to work in Australia may apply.
The Plastics Department at Western Health is staffed by 11 VMO Plastic Surgeons and 5 Registrars. The Registrars include 1 x Plastic and Reconstructive Fellow, 1 x College appointed position, 1 x Advanced General Surgery Trainee (2 x 6 mth rotations), 1 x Hospital Appointed (1 Year Contract)and 1 x surgical SHMO (4 x 3 mth rotations).
Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical officers interested in pursuing further training and experience in this area of specialty. The position is for 12 months commencing on 7th February 2011 and continues until 5th February 2012.
Please Note:
All applicants must ensure that the Referee Assessment Form (below) is downloaded and forwarded to your Referees for completion. The completed form is to be returned via fax to Western Health as close as possible to the nominated Closing Date as this is a very important component of the shortlisting process.
Western Health has an exciting opportunity for a hospital pharmacist to perform a key role in optimizing the Quality Use of Medicines (QUM) across our network.
This new position is responsible for identifying, implementing and coordinating QUM initiatives for Western Health. This includes development of the Western Health QUM plan, influencing services via key roles at several hospital committees, being the central point of contact for QUM matters and ensuring that QUM projects and reporting activities are completed to a high standard of quality and on-time.
In addition, the QUM pharmacist will contribute to the optimal provision of medication within the organisation. This will be achieved by assisting the Director of Pharmacy to minimize drug expenditure via activities such as initiation of purchasing tenders and agreements, reviewing drug expenditure and sourcing cost effective therapies.
The successful candidate will have broad clinical pharmacy experience, a commitment to medication safety, a track record of working with others to implement service improvements and cost effective treatments, as well as excellent communication and information technology skills.
Western Health Radiology is currently seeking a Grade 2 MRI Radiographer for Full /Part time employment.
Western Health Radiology is the major provider of radiology services to the people of the Western suburbs. The radiology services are located at Sunshine and Western Hospitals and cover both paediatric, adult inpatient and outpatient imaging.
We are equipped with the latest and most up to date digital radiology equipment which includes:
•64 Slice CT’s, with extremely fast scan times and imaging down to 0.625mm per slice, CT examinations cover ultra-low dose cardiac imaging, colonography, body, neuro, vascular and orthopaedic imaging examinations.
•3T and 1.5T rebateable MRI scanners covering body imaging, musculosketal, neuro and paediatric imaging.
•Digital Dual Flat Plate radiography units, Digital flat plate Fluoroscopy and Digital Mammography with stereotaxy services. These provide leading edge quality imaging at a reduced radiation dose to both patient and staff.
•State of the art ultrasound equipment.
•Nuclear Medicine services with state of the art Gamma Cameras. The Unit at Sunshine combines with a CT scanner offering a full range of examinations including a cardiac, bone, renal, lung ventilation and perfusion scans.
Why Radiographers choose to work at Western Health:
• Excellent remuneration incorporating salary packaging.
• Filmless environment with PACS.
• Well supported professional development programs.
• Support for post graduate studies.
• Friendly team orientated department.
• Genuine career advancement opportunities in a broad range of modalities.
• 10-20 minutes from CBD.
• Accessible public transport or inexpensive parking
The role of the registered nurse incorporates the following activities: unsupervised clinical practice, coordination of care, counselling, health promotion and teaching, patient advocacy, collaborative patient and unit management, research, supervision and mentorship/preceptorship, interaction/liaison with multidisciplinary team, accurate and timely documentation.
The successful candidate will:
·Demonstrate successful completion of a three-year full time Bachelor of Nursing qualification or equivalent.
·Be eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse Division 1 Grade 1 in Victoria and hold a current practicing certificate.
·Demonstrate organisational skills, particularly with respect to time management and delegation.
·Have well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
·Have well-developed interpersonal skills.
·Demonstrate an ability to practice collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary health care team.
·Demonstrate evidence of undertaking professional development activities in response to perceived learning requirements.
Applicants may be required to undergo a Police Records / Working with Children Check.
Upper West ward is a thirty bed ward with a combination of both GEM and surgical patients.
We are seeking Registered Nurses who have current acute medical / surgical nursing experience and are able to work in a wide variety of clinical areas.
Nurse Bank staff fill nursing vacancies in all areas across Western Health on a day-by-day basis in response to clinical needs. The position requires applicants who are interested in experiencing a variety of nursing opportunities and working with different health care teams.
The successful applicants will have a strong focus on delivery of patient care and team work. These positions will suit applicants who are not able to commit to set hours and shifts. Bank staff receive orientation and access to all professional development programs offered through Western Health.
Permanent Part Time
Division 2 Medication Endorsed Nurse.
Williamstown Hospital.
We are seeking a dynamic medical/aged care nurse, to join our great team. Lower West ward is a 30 bed Transition Care/Restorative Care unit that aims to provide high quality patient care and facilitate good patient outcomes.
The successful candidate will:
·Demonstrate successful completion of a Registered Nurse Division 2 qualification or equivalent.
·Demonstrate organisational skills, particularly with respect to time management and delegation.
·Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
·Have highly developed interpersonal skills.
·Demonstrate an ability to practice collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary health care team.
Please contact Lynn Hall on (03) 9393 0187 for further information.
Western Health's Children’s Ward provides care for children and their families from the ages of 4 weeks to 18 years. The ward has 24 beds and caters for both paediatric, medical and surgical patients.
A temporary night duty opportunity is currently available in the Paediatric Ward at the Sunshine campus. The role provides high quality, culturally sensitive patient care in partnership with patients, their significant others and other members of the multidisciplinary care team.
Paediatric experience is desirable along with the ability to demonstrate intiative and effective problem solving skills.
The Geriatric Evaluation Management (GEM) Unit aims to provide quality care to patients with chronic or complex conditions associated with ageing, cognitive dysfunction, chronic illness or disability.
The GEM ward is a 20 bed unit committed to providing excellent care of the older person with the primary goal of maximising functional independence. Excellent communication and assessment skills as well as being medication endorsed are prerequisites for this position
The Registered Nurse Division 2 provides care within the limits specified by their professional qualification and the Registered Nurses Board of Victoria. In some states this position is also known as a State Enrolled Nurse (SEN). The Registered Nurse Division 2 works in collaboration with Registered Nurses Division 1 who delegate the care of clients who are in relatively stable health situations. The RN Div 2 assists with the care of people in
unstable health conditions.
The Department is a very busy subspecialty Unit of Western Health that performs clinical, research and teaching within the organisation. At a clinical level the Department admits approximately 1300 inpatients per annum and manages a 5 bed non-invasive ventilation unit. In addition there are significant numbers of inpatient consultations and the Department runs General Respiratory Outpatient clinic, Sleep Disorders Outpatient clinic and Migrant Screening Outpatient clinics. The Sleep Disorders Unit performs approximately 1900 sleep studies per annum and these include both in laboratory and in the home studies. The Respiratory Function Laboratory performs a complete range of tests. Research opportunities in sleep and general respiratory medicine abound within the department. The department is involved in undergraduate and postgraduate medical and paramedical/Allied health education.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Medical Officers interested in pursuing further training as a Registrar in this area of specialty. The position of Fellow will assist in the management of the Migrant Screening outpatient clinics and perform clinical and physiology research within the Department of Respiratory and Sleep Medicine. The position is for 12 months commencing on 7th February 2011 and continuing through until 5th February 2012.
Please Note:
All applicants must ensure that you attach the completed Application Form (below) online with your Cover Letter and CV at the time of submitting your application.
Please ensure that the Referee Assessment Form (below) is downloaded and forwarded to your Referees for completion. The completed form is to be returned via fax to Western Health as close as possible to the nominated Closing Date as this is a very important step in the shortlisting process.
The Department is a very busy subspecialty Unit of Western Health that performs clinical, research and teaching within the organisation. At a clinical level the Department admits approximately 1300 inpatients per annum and manages a 5 bed non-invasive ventilation unit. In addition there are significant numbers of inpatient consultations and the Department runs General Respiratory Outpatient clinic, Sleep Disorders Outpatient clinic, Migrant Screening Outpatient clinics and is involved with the Obesity Service. The Sleep Disorders Unit performs approximately 1900 sleep studies per annum and these include both in laboratory and in the home studies. The Respiratory Function Laboratory performs a complete range of tests. Research opportunities in sleep and general respiratory medicine abound within the department. The department is involved in undergraduate and postgraduate medical and paramedical/Allied health education.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Medical Officers interested in pursuing further training as a Registrar in this area of specialty. The position is available for an Advanced Trainee in Sleep Medicine and is a joint postition between Western Health and Melbourne Sleep Disorders Centre. The position is for 12 months commencing on 7th February 2011 and continuing through until 5th February 2012.
Please Note:
All applicants must ensure that you attach the completed Application Form (below) online with your Cover Letter and CV at the time of submitting your application.
Please ensure that the Referee Assessment Form (below) is downloaded and forwarded to your Referees for completion. The completed form is to be returned via fax to Western Health as close as possible to the nominated Closing Date as this is a very important step in the shortlisting process.
Western Health Radiology is seeking Senior Sonographers.
Western Health Radiology is the major provider of radiology services to the people of the Western Suburbs. The radiology services are located at Sunshine and Western Hospitals and cover both paediatric, adult inpatient and outpatient imaging.
We are equipped with the latest and most up to date digital radiology and Ultrasound equipment. Our Ultrasound equipment is State of the Art, encompassing 5 Philips IU 22 and 2 Philips 5000 machines. Our departments are fully filmless in a PACS environment, and provide sonographers with a wide variety of examinations (O and G, general and vascular ultrasound), and interesting cases and pathologies.
Western Health Radiology is currently seeking Sonographers, both full, and part-time to join our team of professional and dedicated Sonographers.
Why Sonographers choose to work at Western Health:
- Excellent remuneration incorporating salary packaging
- Filmless environment with PACS
- Well supported professional development programs
- Support for post graduate studies
- Friendly team orientated department
- Genuine career advancement opportunities in a broad range of modalities.
- 10-20 minutes from CBD
- Accessible public transport or inexpensive parking.
Western Health is seeking to employ a number of suitably qualified, experienced Theatre Technicians to join our casual bank.
All applicants must be available for call at short notice for shifts during and after office hours, weekends and on public holidays, and be able to work across all three sites of Western Health - Williamstown, Sunshine and Footscray.
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