Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further.
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Dr Bhajan Singh on 08 6457 2222 or email Bhajan.Singh@health.wa.gov.au
About this role
This position provides overarching responsibility for all scientific aspects of Pulmonary Physiology & Sleep Medicine including strategic service planning, management of human and financial resources, management of testing equipment (including liaison with equipment manufacturers and suppliers), maximising synergies between the respiratory function and sleep laboratories, managing Department policies and procedures including the maintenance of the Department’s policy and procedure manual, providing academic leadership (in teaching and research) and maintaining the Department’s professional standards. This position will work closely with the Head of Department in developing and maintaining a strategic vision for the Pulmonary Physiology and Sleep Disorders Services within NMHS.
This role reports to the Head of Department Pulmonary Physiology and Sleep Medicine.
What we are looking for
A highly capable and values-driven Chief Respiratory and Sleep Scientist to join our dynamic Pulmonary Physiology and Sleep Medicine team at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH). You will be a driven and innovative individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships achieve high quality patient care. You will have the opportunity to embody the NMHS Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork.
While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.
Area Profile
SCGH is one of Australia's leading teaching tertiary hospitals. Located at the Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre 4km from Perth city centre, SCGH provides a comprehensive range of clinical services including trauma, emergency and critical care, orthopaedics, general medicine, general surgery, and cardiac care. It is home to WA's only comprehensive cancer centre - the largest cancer treatment centre in the State - and is the State's principal hospital for neurosurgery and liver transplants.
What we offer
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here
Generous salary packaging
Diverse and inclusive culture
Discounted public transport
A smoke free environment
Flexible leave arrangements
Professional development opportunities
Paid study leave
Flexible working arrangements
Continuous learning
Professional and location-based allowances
NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.
Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Your application should include:
A statement addressing selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages (as outlined in the attached JDF).
A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role.
The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
About Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group, Western Australia
WA Health is Western Australia’s public health system. With a State spanning over 2.5 million square kilometres, it is the largest area in the world covered by a single health authority.
We employ 50,000 dedicated staff in metropolitan, regional and remote areas of the State to attend to the health needs of our growing population.