Medical Officer – ICU
Employment Term: Casual
Location: located opposite Roma St Parklands, St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital is just a short walk to Brisbane city
Remuneration: Attractive Hourly Rate + Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging + Penalties & Allowances
St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital (SAWMH), Spring Hill, is seeking ICU Registered Medical Officers for casual, 6- or 12-month contract positions, with the possibility of extension.
SAWMH is a 250 bedded hospital and part of UnitingCare, providing health and community services to thousands of people every day through its services.
The Intensive Care Unit at SAWMH is the first private hospital to introduce the 'ICU of the Future' in 3 of its 15 bedspaces.
These 3 beds have been developed with the patient at the forefront to optimize patient recovery.
There are substantial research opportunities from within the ICU and the Critical Care Research Group (CCRG).
Surgical Disciplines: Cardiothoracic, Vascular, Neurosurgery, ENT, Urology and General Surgery
Medical Disciplines: Cardiology, Renal, Gastroenterology, Respiratory, General Medicine and ED
Role Description
− The position reports directly to the Director of the ICU and his Deputies.
− The position is CICM accredited for Limited General 6 months Training.
− Requirements and Opportunities: Perform a full admission on all patients transferred or admitted to the Unit Attend ward rounds led by the ICU specialists Liaise with treating VMO's as appropriate Attend MERT & CODE calls Clinical assistance for Ward RMO as required Assist with unit educational programs o Contribute to unit Morbidity and Mortality meetings Research opportunities are available
What you'll bring
Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Medical degree from a recognised medical school, with a minimum of three years' postgraduate experience
At least 12 months' experience working in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU), with exposure to cardiac surgical patients highly regarded
Solid clinical judgement, initiative and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced critical care environment
A compassionate, patient-centred approach when supporting patients and their families
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear information and respond confidently to patient and family enquiries
The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
A commitment to ongoing professional development, including keeping up to date with current medical and critical care practices and literature




A willingness to contribute to ICU teaching and learning activities
An interest in progressing further in ICU or critical care training would be highly regarded
Flexibility to work a rotating 12-hour roster, including day shifts (8am–8pm) and night shifts (8pm–8am)
Benefits
Salary Packaging: Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum.
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Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs
12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme
Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events
Career development opportunitiesto challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference
A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others
Contact
Tanya Reynolds (EA to Professor John Fraser) via email: ******
About UnitingCare
The second-largest Queensland employer, we're a proud not-for-profit with more than 17,500 staff and 9, 000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen's Hospital, and St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital, and have been leading by example for more than 100 years.
Our team are compassionate, inclusive and committed to the work we do, helping people live life in all its fullness.
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safe and nurturing services for children implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur abide by the Child Safe Standards and adhere to the Reportable Conduct Scheme
Diversity & Inclusion
Our approach is simple– everybody iswelcome here.
At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values.We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity.Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.
Safe workplace
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We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support.
We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.
Commitment to Safeguarding We are committed in creating services and workplaces that are welcoming and safe for every person.
We work together to protect children, young people, adults and the elderly from harm within our services and the communities we support.
We speak up for their safety to ensure their voices are heard.
Our recruitment and workplace practices reflect our dedication in preventing abuse, harm and exploitation across UnitingCare.
UnitingCare is the second-largest Queensland employer, with more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of UnitingCare, BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen's Hospital, and St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital.
When you join the UnitingCare family, you are part of something bigger.
We are a proud not-for-profit with a compassionate and inclusive team who are committed to the work we do.
People who want to make the world a little better through small moments that leave big impacts.
For more than 100 years we've been inspired by our mission to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities.
We're on a mission to make a meaningful difference every day, working with thousands of Australians to ensure they live life in all its fullness.
We want people who are great as individuals, and even better in a team.
People who stand up for what is right.
Who are open to new ideas.
Who champion innovation.
Who lead through learning, and lead by example.
So, if you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference, to grow, thrive and to be rewarded, it's time you joined our UnitingCare familiy.
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📌 Medical Officer - Icu (Brisbane)
🏢 UnitingCare Hospital
📍 Brisbane