The Role:
Looking for a lifestyle change or a career change?  Here you will enjoy spectacular stretches of coastline, fantastic beaches, and ocean views!! PLUS, great financial rewards!!

$460,000 salary package excluding shift penalties and or allowances!!

We are looking for a Consultant Nephrologist to work in this beautiful regional setting. This will be in close cooperation with other Nephrologist and General Medicine Physicians.
The Specialist Nephrologist position has a primary focus on the provision of clinical services; however, the incumbent will have the opportunity to be involved in academic and teaching activities in close association with Deakin University academic and teaching staff.

General:

• Nephrology training, experience, and skills to confidently practice in a regional setting.
• Experience in teaching and training of undergraduate medical students and post graduate Hospital Medical Officers and Registrars.

Clinical:

• A primary medical qualification registered or registrable with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Fellowship of RACP
• Experience and skills in the field of Nephrology appropriate to practicing in a regional area.
• An understanding of the role of evidence-based medicine in the practice of Nephrology.
• An understanding of quality and safety in the practice of Nephrology.

Management:

• An ability to participate in an effective clinical team.
• An ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people and organisations.
• An ability to effectively promote the service to other clinicians and agencies and to the broader community.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with medical practitioners and other health professionals.

Academic/Teaching:

• Experience in undergraduate medical education and/or post graduate medical teaching

The Hospital:
The health service has recently undergone a major capital redevelopment and is considered one of the most modern and technologically advanced health services in regional Australia. They are seeking funding for redevelopment which will deliver expanded state of the art theatre facilities and best practice models of care to meet the growing needs of the local community.

The Location:
The region is characterised by a major population centre in the city, larger provincial centres, and numerous smaller townships. This is a vibrant, growing coastal regional centre, located 262 kilometres from Melbourne, a popular choice for those opting for a ‘sea change’ in life.

The town has a population of over 33,380 with a catchment in excess of 110,000 and is a popular seaside resort. The city boasts excellent sporting, education (pre-school to university), social and cultural facilities. The towns award winning foreshore promenade is a 5.7km path that stretches from the breakwater along the coastline to the River mouth.

With spectacular stretches of coastline, fantastic beaches and ocean views, beautiful parks and gardens, seaside walking and bike trails, visiting whales, notorious shipwrecks, unique volcanoes, great food, exhilarating sports and a thriving city centre!

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions.
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Friendly and supportive work environment.

Essential:

1. FRACP – Specialist registration with AHPRA to practice as a Nephrologist.
2. Has broad experience in Nephrology to enable confident clinical practice in a regional area.
3. Has effective communication, conflict management and team building skills.
4. Has experience in and a positive attitude relating to the training needs of junior medical staff.

How do I Apply?
Please forward your resume to Nicki Wade at nickiw@ccjobs.com.au.
For more information about this and other opportunities and a confidential discussion please contact Nicki Wade on 0401010048.