REGISTRAR IN GYNAECOLOGICAL ONCOLOGY LIFEHOUSE HOSPITAL SYDNEY

Chris O’Brien Lifehouse at RPA

 

Statement of Duties

 

Position:                                           Senior Registrar Gynaecological Oncology July 2023 - Feb 2024

and second position Feb 2024 - Feb 2025. 

 

Hours:                                               Full Time

 

Responsible to:                              Dr Rhonda Farrell

 

Applications close: June 16th 2023

 

Please send an up to date CV and an introduction letter (1/2 page maximum) to [email protected]

 

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The Gynaecological Oncology Group at The Chris O’Brien Lifehouse has a Registrar positions available for 2023 and 2024 (date ranges above). The positions are for 12 months.

The Registrar will be involved and supervise, along with the Fellows, the in-patient and outpatient management and wholistic care of patients attending for assessment and treatment.

 

Selection Criteria

1. Pursuing a future career in gynaecological oncology
2. NSW Medical Board Registration or eligible for registration
3. Completion/undertaking of specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
4. Hold MRANZCOG/FRANZCOG or its equivalent
5. Advanced knowledge and clinical skills in Gynaecological Oncology commensurate with level of training
6. Track record in initiating and developing new research protocols, write research grants, co-ordinate the research process and publish and present research findings at national and international scientific meetings in a timely manner
7. Demonstrate superior surgical skills in advanced pelvic surgery
8. Extensive clinical and research experience with gynaecological cancer patients
9. Good verbal and written communication skills
10. Good organisational skills
11. Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
12. Commitment to patient safety and completion of mandatory training
13. Pass English proficiency test if English not native language

 

Abilities / learning goals:

 

1. Take a comprehensive medical history and perform a general physical examination in addition to a specific gynaecological history and examination
2. Select the appropriate diagnostic techniques to establish gynaecological oncology diagnoses; establish the extent of disease; and evaluate co-existing disease which may have an impact on treatment
3. Be able to stage cancer according to current FIGO classification system
4. Understand the genesis of malignant tumours, the biologic behavior of premalignant and malignant tumours, and important characteristics and prognostic features
5. Should have a sufficient knowledge of normal physiology and pathophysiology
6. Should understand the current known effect of environmental factors on carcinogenesis and the risk of gynaecological cancer
7. Demonstrate an understanding of genetic factors in the development of malignancy
8. Have sufficient familiarity with statistical methods to permit critical analysis of current literature and of experimental design
9. Should have an understanding of major drugs used in human tumour chemotherapy, side effects of these drugs, and management of the side effects, particularly in the acutely unwell patient.
10. Be familiar with the principles and practices of radiation therapy. This knowledge should be of sufficient depth so that active participation with the Radiation Oncologist in treatment planning can be undertaken.
11. Have sufficient knowledge of general medical and therapeutic principles to permit adequate preoperative evaluation and preparation of the oncology patient and to allow appropriate selection of consultants when indicated. 

 

Description of duties:

1. Be responsible for the day to day medical and surgical care of patients of the Sydney Gynaecological Group. This includes in and outpatients and outreach patients. This may include out of hours care.
2. Participate in the teaching of registrars, residents and medical students
3. Take part in or initiate research and or quality assurance projects within the Unit and Hospital
4. Be involved in the continuing development of the hospital as a tertiary referral centre

 

Other responsibilities:

 

1. Quality Improvement

To implement quality activities to guide service delivery and continued improvement in line with the EQuIP standards contained within the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards Guidelines for Accreditation

1. Training

To attend annual training in the following:  Orientation (on appointment to position); Fire Safety (annually)

1. Corruption Prevention

To report any suspected fraud in the workplace; To minimise the incidence of corruption and fraud within the workplace

1. Policies and Procedures

To ensure familiarity with and adherence to, relevant Department of Health, CSAHS and Facility / Service policies and procedures that are relevant to the performance of the duties specified in this Job Description

1. Code of Conduct

To abide by the LH Code of Conduct

1. Occupational Health & Safety Responsibilities

To ensure all accidents and incidents are recorded and reported to the Rehabilitation Co-ordinator and staff participate in Workplace Rehabilitation if required

1. EEO and Affirmative Action

To abide by EEO principles

1. Performance Management

To participate in the CSAHS Performance Management Programme.

1. Electronic Messaging Policy

To abide by the CSAHS Electronic Messaging Policy