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(07) 3105 7800
Turrbal and Jagera Country
Level 4, 348 Edward Street
Brisbane QLD 4000
(07) 3105 7800
Turrbal and Jagera Country
Level 4, 348 Edward Street
Brisbane QLD 4000
Negotiable - percentage of billings
JOB -10003996
General Practitioner – Part-Time - Laidley, Queensland
Position Highlights:
Negotiable - percentage of billings
Employment Type:
Permanent – Part Time (4 days a week)
Practice Information:
This AGPAL accredited practice is seeking an AHPRA registered General Practitioner for Part time. This practice is a fully bulk billing practice. Opening hours are from 8:30am – 5pm Monday to Friday. They offer a range of services including Skin Checks and Advanced Skin Cancer care, Women Health, Immunisations, Antenatal Care, Health Assessments, Care Planning, Nursing Home and Aged Care Visits, Mental health assessment, Chronic Disease Management, Contraception and Family Planning, Cryotherapy, Diabetes Checks, Driving and Insurance Medicals, Family Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Health and Lifestyle education, Healthy Kids Check, Home Visits, Children’s Health, Cervical Screening, Post-Natal care, Pre-Employment Medical Examinations, Preventative Medicine, Wound Management, Travel Vaccinations and advice, Weight Reduction, Insurance Medical, Medication review, Men's Health, implant insertion and removal, Tele-Health consultations with a wide range of specialist. The practice also offers support, teaching and mentorship towards FRACGP.
Position Description:
To provide competent patient-centred care that addresses health needs and promote wellness. Such care is based on latest evidence and guidelines and meets legislative requirements.
Provide Good Clinical Care:
Providing skilled health assessment, diagnosis and treatment services to patients
Ordering diagnostic tests as needed, checking and informing patients of results as per clinics procedure
Referring patients appropriately to other providers if their needs exceed the range of care you can provide
Consulting and collaborating with colleagues to provide optimal care.
Documenting all care provided and education/information given to patients within their health record, as per clinics procedure
Having a working knowledge of legislation and standards of General Practice
Maintaining a current resuscitation certificate
Practicing medicine in a way that reflects the company’s values and mission. Maintaining trust (professional relationships with patients)
Providing services courteously and respectfully, regarding the cultural beliefs and needs of patients
Responding openly and following up complaints or feedback.
Working collaboratively with colleagues
Collaborating regarding rosters and providing cover to ensure patients’ needs are met
Working constructively and harmoniously with all staff to ensure patients receive optimal care
Involvement in practice accreditation activities
Participating in centre-based audits and activities Maintaining integrity in professional practice
Charging for consultations in line with the clinics policy and being compliant with MBS requirements
Declare vested interests in services that you may be referring to
Returning phone calls in timely manner
Clearing in-tray daily and delegating this task if absent
Participating in centre-based audits
Demonstrating a working knowledge of company policy regarding clinical practice as described in company manuals. - Reporting “events” or untoward incidents as per professional standards and clinics policy
Using the computer effectively i.e. Recall systems, data input
Keeping up to date with new item numbers, SIP’s and incentive payments
Ensuring immunisation status is kept up to date
Maintain Good Medical Practice:
Maintaining professional knowledge and standards through continuing medical education and personal professional development
Expected Behaviours and Personal Attributes:
Demonstrate a knowledge of and compliance with all relevant legislation and common law obligations
Discharge of duty of care during practice including meeting practice standards, and accountability
Demonstrate knowledge of policies and procedural guidelines that have legal implications, for example, ensure documentation conforms to legal requirements
Identify and respond to unsafe practice, for example, implement interventions to prevent unsafe practice and/or contravention of law
Demonstrated patient-focused approach in service provision with genuine empathy and interest in their needs
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all ages and social groups
Be always well-presented, friendly, courteous and obliging. Always represent the practice in a confident and positive manner
Undertake all duties in a diligent manner, with honesty and integrity
Maintain absolute confidentiality regarding patient and practice information.
Ability to work cooperatively and independently. & ability to prioritise and organise, with attention to detail
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development
Possession of current driver’s licence (include only if essential to perform job, such as home visits)
Position Requirements:
MBChB or equivalent
Registration as a medical practitioner with AHPRA
Current Medical Indemnity
Ongoing professional Development to meet the requirements of training organisations and AHPRA
Current CPR (every 3 years)
After Hours Requirements:
No
About Laidley:
Laidley is a growing country town located in the scenic Lockyer Valley, West of Brisbane. It is a prosperous agricultural area producing fresh fruits, vegetables, cotton and dairy. Laidley offers a peaceful and relaxed country lifestyle amidst magnificent scenery with close access to major centres. Laidley has 12 education facilities including public and private schools.
For more information on this position, please contact our team via hws@healthworkforce.com.au.
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Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.
JOB – 10003996