Health Service Medical Pracititioner / Senior Medical Practitioner Emergency Medicine - Bunbury Hospital - Expression of Interest

Health Service Medical Practitioner & Senior Medical Practitioner – Emergency Medicine - Expression of Interest

Bunbury Hospital – South West

Health Service Medical Practitioner Year 1 $347,438.56 to Year 3 $367,551.52 per annum;

Senior Medical Practitioner Year 1 $377,207.04 to Year 3 $401,095.52 per annum;

Rural Generalist Year 1 $368,522 to Year 5 $416,935 per annum;
(dependent on the candidate’s level of applicable experience and qualifications).

Salary listed above is inclusive of base salary under Arrangement A, 12% employer contributed superannuation, professional development allowance $34,696
Other allowances not included in the above salary include penalty rates, On-call and recall rates. 

This is a Recruitment Pool for to fill permanent and/or fixed term appointments, with possibility of extension(s). *

Lead.  Influence.  Shape a Growing Emergency Department.

Are you a senior emergency physician ready for a role with clinical impact and systems influence?  At Bunbury Hospital you’ll step into a department undergoing major growth, supported by a committed FACEM leadership team and embedded within a hospital entering a significant redevelopment phase.  As an SMP you will provide high-level clinical care across the full acuity spectrum of emergency medicine.  You will have the opportunity to lead and inspire junior medical staff in a robust training and supervision environment.

You can help us shape service delivery as we scale up for a major hospital redevelopment and Emergency Department expansion. The role will allow you to contribute to operational improvements and help embed the highest standards of care whilst growing and maintaining your own skillset.

You can expect to see a true mix of ED presentations – the kind that builds well rounded, confident emergency doctors – including

• Major Trauma
• Paediatrics
• Obs and Gynae
• Toxicology
• Orthopaedics

...and everything in between.

About Bunbury Hospital

Bunbury Regional Hospital is a leading tertiary acute and specialist facility in Western Australia, proudly serving the South West community. This 171-bed public hospital is co-located with the equally sized St John of God Health Care private hospital, forming the dynamic South West Health Campus.

We deliver comprehensive healthcare across a wide range of specialties including Emergency Medicine, Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Surgery, Intensive Care, General Practice, and Mental Health Services.

Now is the perfect time to be part of our journey. The hospital is undergoing a landmark $471.5 million redevelopment — the largest regional hospital upgrade in WA history!

The transformation includes:

• A state-of-the-art Emergency Department
• A dedicated clinical tower
• Expanded operating theatres
• Enhanced maternity, birthing, and neonatal services

Be at the forefront of innovation and clinical excellence. Join a passionate team driving change, shaping the future of healthcare, and making a real impact in the lives of our community.

What does the South West offer?

• Quality schooling options – Perfect for your family access to quality public or private schooling. 
• Tertiary Education – Bunbury is home to Edith Cowan University (ECU) – South West Campus, one of the largest university campuses outside Perth.
• Lifestyle, Nature & Recreation – The South West is a natural playground, with scenic trails, coastal beaches that is world renowned.
• Food, Wine and Culinary Experiences – The South West is internationally acclaimed for premium food and wine, especially in the Margaret River Wine region known for quality vineyards and gourmet produce from farm to table.
• Unique Caves & Geological Sites – The Leeuwin-Naturaliste cave systems, some of the youngest limestone caves globally, offer a distinctive natural experience worth exploring.

Benefits Include

• Grow Your Career: Access unique learning and research opportunities through collaborations with Edith Cowan University (ECU) and the Rural Clinical School (RCS).
• Relocation Support: Assistance available for relocation, helping you settle in with ease. *
• Flexible Working, Balanced Living: Benefit from flexible and adaptable rosters that support a health work-life balance - where operationally possible.
• Diverse Practice Opportunities
• Easy National Connectivity: Busselton Airport offers direct flights to Melbourne and Sydney, keeping you close to major city hubs.

Application Instructions

Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact MedCareersWA@health.wa.gov.au.

Please apply online by submitting the following documents:

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae which summarises your experience and how you can meet the position requirements.
• Contact details for two work-related referees (one referee must be a current supervisor or a manager).
• A cover letter addressing the following eligibility criteria (no more than 2 pages).   Answers to these will be assessed by the panel in determining your suitability to the role.

Essential Criteria

1. Hold current registration (or be eligible for registration) with the Medical Board of Australia through Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
2. Be able to work independently in a busy, dynamic regional Emergency Department, with the ability to assess and manage a broad range of emergency presentations (including medical, surgical, paediatrics and trauma) without direct clinical supervision.

In Addition, it is Essential to have the following:

HSMP eligibility

• Competent Authority Experience:  Successfully completed 7 full time years as a Registrar or 2 years as a Senior Registrar in a competent authority country (NZ, UK, Ireland, Canada, USA).

        Or

• Non-competent Authority Experience:  A Specialist in Emergency Medicine or General Practice Fellowship with relevant clinical experience in emergency medicine.

SMP eligibility

• Ability to work independently AND provide clinical supervision
• Ability to take on administrative duties including clinical leadership and service development
• Competent Authority Experience:  Successful completion of 7 full time years as a Registrar and has completed 3 years at HSMP level or higher.

For Further Job-Related Information

We encourage you to contact Dr Patrick Begley or Dr Hugh Mitenko via
email sw-byhc-ed-hod@health.wa.gov.au

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).  Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.  Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.