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Employment Type - Temporary Full TimeJob Category - Medical - RegistrarReq Id - 47342026 Barwon Health Intensive Care Unit RegistrarA fantastic opportunity for a Registrar to join the ICU team at University Hospital GeelongClinically challenging environment, complex medical and surgical adult patients including cardiothoracic and ECMO and paediatric critical care patientsFocus on person-centred care for critically ill patients in the regionWork with a supportive team of experienced ICU Specialists in a dynamic and collaborative team focused cultureExtend your career with one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in AustraliaOngoing training, education and professional development in a supported work environmentLifestyle! A stone throw from the Surf Coast, Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean RoadBarwon HealthFormed in 1998, Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Health services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve over 500,000 people through the efforts of over 9,000 staff and more than 1200 volunteers.About The Department Of Intensive CareThe Intensive Care Unit at University Hospital Geelong is a modern 24-bed tertiary, mixed unit. It is the largest regional ICU in Victoria, with over 1600 admissions per year. It is a designated CICM C24/AP6 Unit for core adult ICU training and paediatric intensive care experience. Our case mix is diverse including cardiothoracic surgery, general and subspecialty surgical patients, medical and subspecialty medical patients and a busy haematology oncology service. As a Tier 2 VECMOS accredited ECMO site we have a well-established ECMO service. Our ICU also provides an Outreach service with Rapid Response Team to provide support for unwell patients outside the ICU. We are committed to providing the best person-centred care possible to the critically ill population of Victoria.In keeping with Barwon Healths values, the culture in our ICU is one of respect compassion and commitment to our consumers, their loved ones and all of our staff. Our unit fosters dedication to these values in our everyday encounters within our clinical roles but also within our non-clinical unit activities and meetings. We believe that these values are a core part of delivering the highest quality care to our patients and achieving the best possible patient centred outcomes. We also promote the importance of respectful collaboration with other teams involved in patient care within the ICU. This team spirit is reinforced daily in our multidisciplinary patient management meeting.We offer a highly supportive training environment to trainees at all levels and understand the importance of this environment in achieving career progression and achieving training goals. Regular meetings with supervisors for 2 way feedback across all levels of trainee is encouraged. Trainee satisfaction is very important to us and our success in this area is evident by the return of previous junior trainees in more senior and specialist roles.About The Role Intensive Care Unit RegistrarUniversity Hospital Geelong ICU is a C24 CICM accredited 24 bed level 3 adult medical, surgical and cardiothoracic ICU servicing the Greater Geelong and South Western Victoria region. We have a well-established reputation in delivering complex high quality patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. UHG ICU has AP6 accreditation with more than 100 Paediatric cases per year and we have close clinical and trainee relationships with our state C24 PICU.Our ICU registrar cohort incorporates CICM trainees and trainees on the FANZCA, FACEM, FRACP and surgical training pathways. Training opportunities include consultant led daily rounds, attendance at daily multidisciplinary patient management meeting, developing standard ICU procedural skills under the supervision of senior medical staff, supervision of junior medical staff and liaising with other specialty groups. The ICU Outreach role includes daily ward rounds, leading MET and Code Blue calls with opportunities to develop and practice team leading and participation skills, reviewing acutely unwell ED and ward referrals and coordinating our TPN service.We offer protected Consultant supervised teaching weekly. The education program incorporates core ICU topics, CICM ( Part 1 and 2) examination preparation and multidisciplinary simulation training in the Deakin University ReVISE simulation unit. We have weekly Morbidity and Mortality meetings and monthly Safety and Quality and Journal Club meetings. We also provide monthly teaching in transthoracic and transoesophageal echocardiography. There is a very well established research team with participation in national and multinational trials and we have assisted many CICM trainees with completion of their formal projects.Barwon Health is a Tier 2 ECMO site with the Victorian ECMO Service. Opportunities in the area of ECMO include exposure to patients receiving VA and VV ECMO and ECPR. Our unit offers experience in the decision making around ECMO initiation, the clinical management of ECMO patients, weaning and participation in ECMO related team activities. Our ECMO education program includes local education program delivery and ECMO simulation scenarios.We have a strong track record in the areas of Positive Culture, Patient Centred Care and Collaborative Communication. All our trainees undertake the iValidate program (Identifying Values, Listening and Advising High Risk patients in Acute Care) which focuses on difficult communication scenarios and end of life care.If you have the qualifications and aptitude along with excellent interpersonal skills and the commitment to improving patient care, this may be the role for you!About The CultureYou will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional, friendly and dedicated workforce who take pride in providing high-quality service. You will have support and guidance from fellow team members and management who exhibit our Barwon Health values, respect, compassion, commitment, accountability and innovation. We are all dedicated to supporting the organisation in achieving our vision that by 2050 everyone in our community enjoys the best health and wellbeing in Victoria.Barwon Health staff benefitsExcellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfactionA vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance ProgramWide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your careerAttractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650About Geelong - Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean Tongue of Land.Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homesGeelong is home to world class schools and education providersDoorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf CoastAppreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexesTo learn more about the region, click here.Diversity and InclusionWe believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Governments Child Safe Standards.We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Medical Workforce Unit directly via email at medicalrecruitment@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.Contact Person: Dr Martina Ni Chonghaile, Intensive Care SpecialistEmail: martina.nichonghaile@barwonhealth.org.auApplication closing date: 22nd June 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr