General Practitioner

About the role

Medical on Mary is seeking a full-time general practitioner to provide competent patient-centred care that addresses health needs and promotes wellness. Such care is based on latest evidence and guidelines and meets legislative requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Providing skilled health assessment, diagnosis and treatment services to patients

• Ordering diagnostic tests as needed and checking and informing patients of results in accordance with clinical needs and the practice's procedure

• Referring patients appropriately to other providers if their needs exceed the range of care you are able to provide

• Consulting and collaborating with colleagues to provide optimal care

• Documenting all care provided and education/information given to patients within their health record, in accordance with the practice's procedure

• Maintaining professional knowledge and standards through continuing medical education and personal professional development

• Maintaining a current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certificate

• Providing services courteously and respectfully, with regard to the cultural beliefs and needs of patients

• Collaborating with regards to rosters and providing cover to ensure patients' needs are met

• Working constructively and harmoniously with all staff to ensure patients receive optimal care

About you

• Registration as a medical practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia

• Vocational registration (or working towards Vocational Registration in a timely manner)

• Current medical indemnity insurance

• Demonstrate a knowledge of and compliance with all relevant legislation and common law obligations

• Demonstrate patient-focused approach in service provision with genuine empathy and interest in their needs

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all ages and social groups

• Demonstrate an ability to work cooperatively and independently, and the ability to prioritise and organise

• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development

• Maintain absolute confidentiality regarding patient and practice information

• Potential for contact with hazardous material such as blood and body fluids