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Not just another Rural Generalist Role!

Western NSW Local health District is leading an innovative whole-of-health approach to care in rural communities. Servicing the 4T’s communities (Tottenham, Trangie, Trundle and Tullamore) this new model aims to address the historical challenges of primary care sustainability in rural communities, providing Doctors the flexibility to be well supported, so they can provide whole-of-health care (primary and aged care alongside acute and emergency care) in a networked, single employer system.

Contemporary co-located GP practices, are staffed and managed, to allow you to focus on providing safe and high quality patient care. We recognise the importance of professional networks, and as part of being a 4Ts Rural Generalist, you will be well connected, working with a team of colleagues across the 4Ts, and more broadly streamlining access to our District’s network of Specialists for clinical input. Appropriate work-life balance is supported by our Virtual Rural Generalist Service which works 24/7 to ensure you are not overburdened by minor presentations, particularly after-hours and on weekends.

Supporting quality and safety is a key attribute to this model with quarantined time to allow clinicians to discuss difficult clinical scenarios and to contribute to system improvements that can be facilitated to improve patient care.

This Rural Generalist role will be predominantly based in Tottenham and Tullamore but will also support Trundle and Trangie as needed for leave cover, workload management and additional clinics.

As a single employer model, you will have access to competitive remuneration, where you can practice primary care that is outcome based, not based on patient volumes or billing. Whilst we are keen to see doctors move to our communities, we are happy to negotiate flexible employment arrangements including opportunities around fly-in, fly-out, relocation allowances or part-time appointments. You will also have opportunities for learning and development through NSW Health training programs, funding for education, peer networking and support from dedicated medical leadership.

Finally, you’ll be able to shape the future of rural health through direct involvement in training the next generation of rural generalists via linkages with local universities and GP training. Opportunities to be directly involved with medical education and research are available in the region and can be discussed with interested doctors.

We subscribe to the Rural Doctors’ Network concept of “easy entry, gracious exit,” recognising that some Doctors will want to include the 4Ts as part of their career growth, and for others, we hope they will fall in love with our region, supported by this innovative model, and stay.

The 4T’s model enables the practice of Rural Generalism with ease and is suited to an early career Rural Generalist who wants to develop their expertise in a supportive and collegiate environment or a seasoned practitioner who would like the autonomy to focus purely on practicing quality medicine.

The 4T’s aspires to be world leaders in rural health care, integrating best-practice primary care principles and innovative approaches to acute care.

We hope you will join us!

What we can offer you

• Genuine support to provide world-class health care through dedicated practice management, a network of medical peers, robust safety processes and dedicated 24/7 telehealth support.
• Make a difference to the lives of rural and remote communities in a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and responsive to community need.
• Flexible employment arrangements included competitive remuneration and opportunities around fly-in, fly-out or relocation allowances.
• Practice primary care that is outcome-based, not based around patient volumes.
• Opportunities for learning and development through NSW Health training programs, funding, peer networking and support from dedicated medical leadership.
• Shape the future of rural health through direct involvement in training the next generation of rural generalists via linkages with universities and GP training.
• Housing support (to be negotiated) - Accommodation available in Tottenham
• RDN grants for site visits (up to $2k) and relocation (up to $5k)
• Health Workforce Scholarship program (up to $10K) Training Allowance (dependent on award and FTE)
• Workforce Incentive Program (MMM6 - $18,000 up to $35,000 pa)
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
• Opportunities for learning and development, including in-house training with My Health Learning and the NSW Health RTO

Where you'll be working

Since 2019 Western NSW Local Health District has been running a comprehensive primary care service across 4Ts communities with Rural Generalists working in a collaboration team to provide high-quality health care for the region. Primary care services are co-located with the town MPS and link seamlessly through a single-employer model with the acute services in these towns.

The 4T’s model is one of five innovative pilot projects supported through the Collaborative Care Program to address primary health care challenges in rural NSW. The project is supported by partners NSW Rural Doctors Network and Western NSW Primary Health Network, Local Councils and community groups, and has received funding from the Australian Government.

Health professionals embedded into the network receive support from a dedicated team of administrative, nursing and practice staff coordinated by the 4T’s Medical Centre Manager, as well as peer support from across the 4T’s Network.

To apply, please address the following Selection Criteria:

1. Unconditional General and/or Specialist Registration with the Medical Bard of Australia. Fellowship of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine, the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners or other relevant College an advantage. Must be vocationally registered as a General Practitioner or on a relevant GP training pathway.
2. Minimum five (5) years postgraduate clinical experience, with strong knowledge of primary care management and/or experience in a rural or remote clinical environment. Previous experience in Primary Care and Residential Aged Care a significant advantage.
3. Sound Knowledge of and commitment to rural medicine particularly as it relates to providing high quality and patient safety in all clinical settings mandated by NSW Health Policy and/or current clinical practice guidelines within a work health and safety environment.
4. Sound computer skills and demonstrated knowledge and experience of NSW Health electronic Medical Records / electronic Medications system (including Powerchart and FirstNet) as well as Best Practice, or a willingness to undertake training and education across these identified platforms prior to commencement.
5. Knowledge of contemporary clinical management and modern approaches in assessment and management of a broad range of medical conditions relating to primary care. This includes competence in managing common presentations in a rural emergency department in conjunction with 24/7 support from telehealth emergency medical support.
6. Demonstrated commitment to behaviours which align to the NSW Health CORE values and WNSWLHD values, goals and strategies.
7. Demonstrated strong communication, liaison and networking skills with a commitment to fully participate as a skilled and valued member of the network team.
8. Current medical indemnity insurance and current Driver Licence with willingness and ability to travel.

How do I apply for this role?

Please apply for this position via our eCredential website. NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘fit2work’ badge offered as an option in eCredential.

Note: Applications submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be considered for this position.

Need more information?

• Click here for the Candidate Information Pack

• Click here for thePosition Description and Statement of Duties

• For role related queries or questions contact Dr Martin Hua via email [email protected] or 0410 628 857.

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases

If you are applying for a Category A position, please read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2018_009. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy.

Stepping Up - Close the Gap

TheAboriginal Employment Strategy (AES)is working in partnership with the Western NSW Local Health District to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants wishing to apply for this role. For more information please contactthe AES recruitment team on (02) 6882 8100 or email [email protected]. Alternatively, applicants can visit our website for more information.

Working Visas

Applicants holding a visa with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable applicant for permanent appointment is identified.

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