NORTH METROPOLITAN AREA HEALTH SERVICE
KING EDWARD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOR WOMEN
JOB DESCRIPTION FORM
RESIDENT MEDICAL OFFICER
OBSTETRIC AND GYNAECOLOGY
CLINICAL CARE UNIT
Position No: Various
Effective Date: May 2009
INDUSTRIAL AWARD / AGREEMENT: : Department of Health Medical Practitioners (Metropolitan Health
Services) AMA Industrial Agreement 2007
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Responsible to
Chief Executive Officer
Responsible to
Executive Director, Medical Services
Responsible to
Medical Director, Obstetric Clinical Care Unit
Medical Director, Gynaecology Clinical Care Unit
RESIDENT MEDICAL OFFICER, OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY
LEVEL 2 - 4
POSITIONS UNDER DIRECT SUPERVISION
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CLASSIFICATION
FTE
TOTAL FTEs:
PRIME FUNCTION / KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
To manage inpatients, outpatients and emergency patients under the supervision of Registrars
and Specialists.
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RESIDENT MEDICAL OFFICER, OBSTETRIC AND GYNAECOLOGY, LEVEL 2-4,
BRIEF STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Resident Medical Officers spend 3, 6 or 12 months at King Edward Memorial Hospital. The three month
posts are limited to GP trainees and provide access to gynaecology training only. The 6 month posts are for
doctors seeking training in obstetrics and gynaecology, but who are likely to seek a career in another branch
of medicine, such as general practice. The 12 month posts are for doctors seeking training in obstetrics and
gynaecology with a view to specialise in this area.
The posts are accredited by:
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (for professional training)
The Royal Australian College of Emergency Medicine (for obstetrics & gynaecology)
The Royal Australian College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
1. Resident Medical Officers will be expected to manage outpatients and inpatients under the supervision of
registrars and specialists.
2. Residents participate in a team approach to patient care
Resident Medical Officers may gain experience in the following areas: Emergency, Oncology,
Neonatology, Menopause, Family Planning, Genetic Counselling, Drug Dependence, Gynaecology and
Obstetrics.
3. Residents are expected to attend and actively participate in as many Hospital meetings and lectures as
possible
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RESIDENT MEDICAL OFFICER, OBSTETRIC AND GYNAECOLOGY, LEVEL 2-4,
SELECTION CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
1.
Qualification in Medicine registrable by the Mediclal Board of Western Australia.
2.
Appropriate clinical experience to undertake a Resident Medical Officer position.
3.
Good interpersonal communication skills.
4.
Good professional communication skills.
5.
Works effectively as a team member.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
1.
Shows dedication to and interest in pursuing a career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, General Practice
or Emergency Medicine and has a positive to learning and developing skills.
2.
Has at least two years of clinical experience post graduation.
3.
Shows a personal commitment to continuing medical education.
4.
Monitors and review own clinical effectiveness.
5.
Shows commitment to continuous improvement of patient outcomes.
6.
Is aware of own limitations.
4.
Current knowedge and commitment to Equal Opportunity in all aspects of employment and
service delivery.
LOCATION: King Edward Memorial Hospital
IF PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION NECESSARY?
Yes
IS TRAVEL INVOLVED? Yes / No
IS ON CALL PROVISION REQUIRED?
HOURS OF DUTY:
Yes
Base 38 hours plus rostered overtime and on-call
APPOINTMENT FACTORS: Evidence of registration by the Medical Board of Western Australia
must be provided prior to commencement. This position is subject to a successful Criminal
Record Screening Check and a successful Pre- Placement Health Screening Clearance Check.
This position is also subject to a Working With Children (WWC) Check. This is a compulsory
check for people who carry out child-related work in Western Australia.
CERTIFICATION (Valid only if establishments registration stamp affixed to all pages.)
Area Director / Director / Head of Division / Head of Service / Head of Department: The details contained
in this document are an accurate statement of the duties, responsibilities and other requirements of the job.
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Human Resource Delegate - Job Description Approved.
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