Rheumatologist Specialist - Toowoomba, QLD
Toowoomba
19/08/2024
Job Type
Locum
Emp Type
Full Time
Industry
Doctors
Skills
Any
Functional Expertise
Medicine
Salary Type
Daily
Salary
AUD $0.00 - AUD $2,000.00
Job ID
37023
Job Description
Job Title: Locum Specialist Rheumatologist
Placement Dates:
- Start: Monday, 26 August 2024
- Finish: Friday, 22 November 2024
About the Role: Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service is seeking a skilled Locum Specialist Rheumatologist to join our team at Toowoomba Hospital for the specified dates. This role involves conducting rheumatology clinics, managing new and review patients, triaging incoming referrals, handling PBS applications for biologic and targeted synthetic agents, and providing minimal inpatient consultations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct rheumatology clinics, including new patient assessments and follow-up reviews.
- Triage and manage incoming referrals to ensure timely and appropriate care.
- Prepare PBS applications for biologic and targeted synthetic agents.
- Provide inpatient consultations as required, though these will be minimal.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Roster:
- Monday to Friday: 0800 – 1630
Accommodation:
- Accommodation is provided for the duration of the placement.
Travel:
- Return economy travel to and from Toowoomba is provided.
- If driving your own vehicle, mileage can be claimed for the return trip at 37.5 c/km.
Medicare Requirements:
- It is mandatory for the locum to obtain a rebateable provider number prior to commencement.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit the following documents via return email for consideration:
- Confirmed dates of availability.
- Current signed and dated CV.
- Copy of current AHPRA registration.
- Two references – no more than 12 months old, with at least one from a current position.
- Certified copies of Driver’s Licence and Passport.