Senior Cardiac Physiologist
Full-time Temporary
Closes: 11 March 2020
Classification: Health Professional Level 5
Salary: $126,577 - $142,494 plus superannuation
Position No: 21981 - 01OI0
Directorate: Canberra Health Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 26 February 2020
Contact Officer: Ren Tan on
ren.tan@act.gov.au
or
(02) 5124 2178
Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
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 New South Wales region which includes the Bega Valley, Bombala, Cooma-Monaro, Eurobodalla, Goulburn, Mulwaree, Palerang, Queanbeyan, 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 Canberra Hospital: a modern 600-bed tertiary hospital providing trauma services and most major medical and surgical sub-specialty services.
- University of Canberra Hospital 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.
- Four 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, Alcohol and Drug Services.
Overview of the Work Area and Position
An exciting opportunity exists for a dedicated Senior Cardiac Physiologist (Cardiac Sonographer and/or Cardiac Physiologist) to lead a busy and exciting team environment as an integral part of the Department of Cardiology at Canberra Hospital, Canberra Health Services.
The Senior Cardiac Physiologist is responsible for the leadership and management of a busy team of Cardiac Sonographers and Physiologist, organising the maintenance of all relevant cardiology equipment (including acquisition, maintenance and replacement), participation in tender and contract negotiations, and the submission of budget applications, expenditure reports and inventory management.
The position reports directly to the Director of Cardiology for clinical operational matters. The position also assumes the role of Cardiac Physiologist/Sonographers Professional lead and reports to the Executive Director of Allied Health for professional governance matters, whilst maintaining strategic relationships with the Senior Allied Health Manager.
Eligibility/Other Requirements:
Mandatory:
- Bachelor of Science, Applied Science or equivalent.
- Graduate Diploma of Cardiac Ultrasound or equivalent (including current ASAR registration), OR IBHRE qualification.
- Be registered under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011.
- Applicants must have a minimum of five years post-qualification experience
Desirable:
- Hold a current driver’s license.
Prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
- Undergo a pre-employment National Police check.
- Comply with CHS Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy, (OMU).
Note:
This is a temporary position available for six months with possibility of extension. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. The position requires the performance of clinical duties equivalent to at least 0.6 FTE and the successful candidate must have the capacity to participate in an on call roster if required.
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Note
This is a temporary position available for six months with possibility of extension.
Career interest categories:
Healthcare, Medical and Allied Services
Leaders and Senior Management