Medical Director Gastroenterology

Creates a culture that attracts, trains, retains and empowers high calibre medical and other clinical staff within the department/program.

Functions as a senior leader within the Surgical Services and Critical Care Program providing high quality health care in the area of gastroenterology services to The Prince Charles Hospital.

Collaborates with key stakeholders in planning and strategy and delivery of services, including service redesign, innovation and adoption of new technology.

About you Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

Ensuring that the full range of services provided by the Gastroenterology Services is of a high quality, where safety and effective care is at the forefront of clinical practice.

Leading the development of gastroenterology services on the TPCH campus and outreach services.

Working collaboratively with internal clinical department leads and portfolio holders to further the objectives of the Program.

Advising on treatment and technology developments in gastroenterology services and the implications of these for service development, cost and activity prediction.

Health Equity It is expected that all Metro North Health staff, including the incumbent of this role as a valuable member of the Metro North workforce, contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS), by actively supporting the elimination of racial discrimination and institutional racism; supporting increased access to health care; influencing the social, cultural and economic determinants of health; supporting the delivery of sustainable, culturally safe and responsive health services; and recognise the importance of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and organisations to design, deliver, monitor and review the health and support services we provide.

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

Benefits when working for us

Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical areas

Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work‑life balance

Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases

Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Be part of a world‑class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

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