Reference Number:*****:Career Medical Officer - VED (Internationally Based)
Employment Type:Casual (CS)
Location:Northern Health (All Campuses)
About Northern Health:
As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home.
Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none.
Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state.
With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour's drive from the CBD (still within the bounds of Myki and ride-sharing), Melbourne's North is quick becoming the place to be.
Northern Health are seeking applications from motivated and suitably experienced Career Medical Officer (CMO) based internationally to join the Virtual Emergency Department to cover rostered night shifts (Australian Eastern Standard Time).
Northern Health is the major provider of acute, maternity, sub-acute, mental health, specialist, community and home-based services in Melbourne's rapidly growing outer north.
Services are provided through our six main campuses:
Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre, Craigieburn and Mernda Community Hospitals and Kilmore District Hospital.
In addition, Mental Health Services are provided at Epping, Broadmeadows, Jacana, Preston, Mill Park, Mernda and Coburg.
About the Role:




This role works as part of a team to lead and provide timely appropriate care and advice to patients registering for the Virtual Emergency Department (VED).
In addition, supporting consultations and advice are provided to community healthcare workers such as paramedics and nurses.
OS--based
This roleis responsible for:
Conducting virtual telehealth consultations with patients presenting with various medical conditions
Maintaining accurateandtimelymedical records for all patient interactions
Collaborating with VED team members, including nurses, specialists, and allied health professionals
Providing patients and their families with clear informationregardingdiagnoses, treatment options, and preventive health measures
Adhering to clinical guidelines, protocols, and best practices to ensure patient safety and quality of care
Efficiently using telehealth platforms and electronic medical record systems.
To be successful in this role you will have:
5+ years Acute Medicine experience delivering exceptional patient-centredcare.
Ability to be agile using technology to provide medical support to patients and their families
Demonstrated a cooperative approach to patient care
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills




Medical registration with the Medical Board of Australia under the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)– General Registration
Undergraduate medical qualification is essential – MBBS, MD, MBChBor equivalent
Eligible for registration for Medicare Provider Number
Current National Police and Working with Children History Check
Availability covering Australian Eastern Standard Time night shifts
Applications close
30 September ****
Why work at the Northern Health?
NH offer a range of benefits which support and reward staff both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities and campus partnerships, Professional development and events, an award-winning Health and wellbeing program and financial benefits.
Health and Wellbeing programs, including our new 'Thrive' program
Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support
An inclusive and culturally safe space
Access to salary packaging & EAP
Comprehensive Library services for learning, research, clinical decision-making, leisure and wellbeing (onsite and online)
Work with us!
Northern Health is an equal prospect employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve.
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.
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📌 Career Medical Officer - Ved (Internationally Based) (Melbourne)
🏢 Northern Health
📍 Melbourne