About the role The Rural Medical Superintendent at the Gatton hospital provides leadership, guidance and support for medical staff and clinical governance in collaboration with the Director of Nursing/Facility Manager and the Clinical Director, Rural Medicine. About you Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following: Clinical expertise with appropriate knowledge, skills and experience to support a quality rural generalist medical team with clinical credentials suitable for scope of clinical practice in Rural Generalist Medicine. Proven track record in leading effective teams to achieve organisational outcomes, preferably with credentials or working towards credentials in medical management and leadership. Sound interpersonal and communication skills, with willingness to create a culture of multidisciplinary collaborative high-quality care for our rural communities. Demonstrated ability to actively nurture an environment of growth and individual development through education and support for staff and students. Demonstrated personal commitment to continuing medical education Mandatory Requirements: Current registration with or eligible for registration as a specialist medical practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulatory Agency (AHPRA). Fellowship of either Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM), or Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) - Rural Generalist qualification. Accreditation as a supervisor (or ability to be accredited) with both ACRRM & RACGP Rural Generalist trainees Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16 About West Moreton Health West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk. We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region. At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals. As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health: We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction. We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected. We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation. Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region. To read more on what it's like to work for West Moreton Health: What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health Why choose us Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions. Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs. Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super. * A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience. To apply For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role. Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
