7/17/2019 Senior Specialist - Director of Chemical Pathology

ACT Government Health Directorate Australian Capital Territory Health Information

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Senior Specialist - Director of Chemical Pathology ( 01L0C)

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Position Number: 29846 Annual Salary: Indicative total package value of $341,850 inclusive of salary, applicable allowances and 10.5% super. Other allowances could include a value of up to $359,948 as applicable.

Branch: Pathology Section: Biochemistry Vacancy Type: Permanent part time Closing Date: 5 August 2019 Contact Officer: Professor Jane Dahlstrom, A/g Executive Director Pathology (02) 5124 2891

About us:

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT)—a catchment of approximately 400, 000 people. It also services the surrounding Southern region which includes the Bega Valley, Bombala, Cooma-Monaro, Eurobodalla, Goulburn, Mulwaree, Palerang, , Snowy River, Upper Lachlan Shire and the Yass Valley.

CHS administers a range publicly funded health facilities, programs and services including but not limited to:

• The Hospital: a modern 600-bed tertiary hospital providing trauma services and most major medical and surgical sub-specialty services. • University of Specialist Centre for Rehabilitation, Recovery and Research: a dedicated and purpose-built rehabilitation facility, with 140 inpatient beds, 75- day places and additional outpatient services. • Three Walk-in Centres: which provide free treatment for minor illness and injury. • Six community health centres: providing a range of general and specialist health services to people of all ages. • A range of community based health services including early childhood services, youth and women’s health, dental health, mental health and alcohol and drug services.

Strong research links are maintained with the ANU, University of Canberra and the Australian Catholic University. All specialties are represented with the exception of organ transplantation. The hospital has well developed post graduate teaching programs. A fully https://acthealth.taleo.net/careersection/external/jobdetail.ftl 1/5 7/17/2019 Senior Specialist - Director of Chemical Pathology equipped medical library is available on site with a large collection of hard copy and on line journals and textbooks.

The preferred candidate maybe considered for a conjoint position in ANU at an academic level commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The academic position will be held for the duration of the Canberra Health Services employment and will be subject to regular performance reviews. No remuneration is attached to the University position. The employee will be responsible to the University on academic matters and to The Canberra Hospital & Health Services / Canberra Health Services for clinical/ research matters.

For more information in relation to conjoint positions with the ANU please contact Professor Imogen Mitchell, Director, ANU (02) 6125 2622 [email protected]

About our great city, Canberra, Australia’s National Capital: Canberra is a city with outstanding amenities and excellent housing, educational and leisure opportunities. It is home to national icons and monuments as well as natural treasures. The coast and ski fields are nearby; Sydney is only three hours away by road. For more information on our great city and your future, visit: http://www.canberrayourfuture.com.au/

Overview of the work area and position:

ACT Pathology is a division of the Canberra Health Services with laboratories located at both the Canberra Hospital and Calvary Hospital operating 24 hours, seven days a week all year round. Pathology provides diagnostic and consultative services to medical specialists and general practitioners and their patients in hospital and in the community.

Clinical Chemistry provides diagnostic, analytical and consultative services. It performs a wide spectrum of testing that ranges from automated, high throughput analysis to specialised testing. It is one of the busiest laboratories within pathology performing over 1 million tests per annum. Clinical Chemistry is currently accredited with the Royal College of Pathologists Australasia (RCPA) for provision of Registrar training for a period of 4 years.

Under broad direction of the Executive Director of Pathology, you will be required to provide supervision and leadership of the Clinical Chemistry laboratory, attend the laboratory for designated sessions, participate in the Clinical Chemistry on-call roster, and provide supervision and training to registrars ensuring quality of results reported from the laboratory.

This position would suit a JSAC dual fellowship holder with interest in endocrinology and/or metabolic medicine as it may be possible to organise associated clinical work to cover these areas.

Qualifications and experience:

Mandatory: • Registered or eligible for registration as a medical practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner’s Regulation Agency with specialist registration in Chemical Pathology. • Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists Australasia (FRCPA) or equivalent https://acthealth.taleo.net/careersection/external/jobdetail.ftl 2/5 7/17/2019 Senior Specialist - Director of Chemical Pathology specialist qualifications. • Territory qualification or equivalent in Chemical Pathology and eligibility for membership of the appropriate professional organisation. • Must hold a current driver’s license.

Desirable: • Higher academic qualifications are desirable. • Previous management experience. • An interest and proven record in clinical research.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: • Be granted with their Scope of Clinical Practice through the Medical Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC). • Undergo a pre-employment Police check. • Obtain a Compliance Certificate from OMU (Occupational Medicine Unit) relating to assessment, screening & vaccination processes against specified infectious diseases.

Note: This is a permanent part time position at 32 hours per week. The Director position is for a three-year tenure.

Salary, Remuneration and Conditions: Senior Staff Specialist: $222,205

Starting salary will be negotiated within this band for the successful candidate, depending on their experience and expertise.

Reimbursement of relocation costs may be available if you are the successful candidate.

Medical Staff in the Health Directorate enjoy excellent conditions, and our Enterprise Agreement is available at www.health.gov.au/employment

Duties 1. Provide leadership, strategic planning and operational management for the Clinical Chemistry Department, in consultation with the Chief Scientist and Executive Director of pathology Be responsible for: • The human and financial resource management of the Clinical Chemistry Department. • The effective and efficient delivery of clinical chemistry services. • The Clinical Chemistry Department’s business and quality plans, and the implementation of quality improvement activities.

2. Provide a complete, high quality consultancy in clinical chemistry to both hospital and community based medical staff, who use our pathology services to enable diagnosis and management plans consistent with achieving high quality patient care. Ensuring results are reported in a timely fashion and that key performance indicators are reached.

3. Ensure supervision of the clinical chemistry section meets NPAAC guidelines; supervising chief scientists and all medical staff including specialists, clinical fellows and registrars.

4. Participate in grand rounds, clinics and meetings, and various hospital and healthcare https://acthealth.taleo.net/careersection/external/jobdetail.ftl 3/5 7/17/2019 Senior Specialist - Director of Chemical Pathology related meetings as required.

5. Assist with quality certification processes in ACT Pathology laboratories by complying with accreditation and international quality certification requirements including performing quality control procedures, assisting with preparation of procedure manuals and completion of relevant statistics.

6. Contribute to, foster and encourage staff learning, education and development by providing education to other members of the health team including Registrars, Resident Medical Officers, Medical Students and Nursing Staff. Contribute to research in areas related to the clinical practice.

7. Undertaking other duties as directed, within the approved scope of clinical practice which contribute to the operations of the clinical chemistry section.

Selection Criteria

These are the key criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resume and experience.

Your statement of claims against the selection criteria should summarise how your skills and experiences would enable you to fulfil the responsibilities of the position. It is therefore in the interests of candidates to present their application in a way that demonstrates significant outcomes associated with each of the criteria, as well as the capabilities and behaviours that underpin them.

1. Extensive current clinical and technical expertise with appropriate knowledge, skills and abilities in Clinical Chemistry, with evidence of commitment to maintenance of personal skills in these areas and to the provision of a client focused service.

2. Demonstrated personal qualities of leadership, including high level communication skills, motivation, initiative, time management and commitment to negotiation and team building.

3. Demonstrated commitment and achievement in research and in the teaching of Clinical Chemistry.

4. Demonstrated commitment to the principles of quality management, continuous quality improvement and a contemporary knowledge of NATA Medical Testing requirements.

5. Demonstrates a commitment to work, health and safety (WH&S) and the positive patient experience and displays behaviour consistent with ACT Health’s values of Care, Excellence, Collaboration and Integrity.

How to Apply

To complete your application, you must prepare responses to the Selection Criteria and upload this as part of your application.

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