Resident Medical Officer

Resident Medical Officer - UPMC Whitfield

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Resident Medical Officer - UPMC Whitfield

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Overview Of Role

UPMC Whitfield are recruiting a Resident Medical Officer on a full-time, 11-month contract This position is 24-hours per week. This role is suitable for doctors who wish to pursue a career in these specialties and are in early stages of their careers preparing for examinations or carrying out research activities. The person in this role would acquire significant experience and exposure to a large variety of elective procedures in pre-op, intra-op and post operative settings. This role involves regular daily attendance and taking part in resident on call rosters. There are opportunities to get involved in education, training and research activities.

Location: UPMC Whitfield Hospital

Job type: Fixed Term

Overview Of Role

UPMC Whitfield are recruiting a Resident Medical Officer on a full-time, 11-month contract This position is 24-hours per week. This role is suitable for doctors who wish to pursue a career in these specialties and are in early stages of their careers preparing for examinations or carrying out research activities. The person in this role would acquire significant experience and exposure to a large variety of elective procedures in pre-op, intra-op and post operative settings. This role involves regular daily attendance and taking part in resident on call rosters. There are opportunities to get involved in education, training and research activities.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide medical services within the scope of the Departmental Policies for the provision of care in the inpatient and outpatient settings at UPMC Whitfield, Hospital Waterford.
• Provide thorough clinical evaluation, careful explanation to patients and family and collaborative decision making when necessary, for the proper delivery of surgical and medical services to the patients in our facility.
• Complete documentation of patients' assessment, history and physical on admission, and write appropriate follow up comments in case notes in line with the assessment of Patient Policy.
• Diagnose and treat patients under the direction of the relevant consultant.
• Initiate and monitor treatment as clinically appropriate and safe.
• Liaise with other clinical disciplines within the hospital (Anesthetists, Nursing, diagnostic Services, Laboratory, Pharmacy) in relation to patient care.
• Respond to all Code Blues and lead the nursing staff in emergency/cardiac arrest procedures.
• Provide cover on a rostered basis to always ensure on-site RMO presence when there are patients being treated. Participate in an on-call roster.
• Assist consultants in theatres when required
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Applicants must be fully registered with the Irish Medical Council holding a valid registration.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification
• Must possess competent clinical and interactive skills with adult and pediatric patients.
• Effective team player both as a facilitator and in the course of work.
• Competent to work autonomously when required under consultant supervision/advice
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Experience of working within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to motivate, influence, inspire and encourage different ways of working.
• Ability to prioritize and to deliver to short deadlines.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Completion of Mandatory Training as required by UPMC Management, including but not limited to: Fire Training - Annual Radiation Safety Training - Annual Infection Prevention and Control Training - Annual BCLS Training - Biennial ICHGCP Training - Biennial ICORG PI Training - Triennial Manual Handling and Patient Movement Training - Triennial
  
  

Equal Opportunity Statement And Benefits

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.

Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable.

Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.

Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.

Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.

Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.

About UPMC

UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division — an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world.

In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.Seniority level

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• IndustriesHospitals and Health Care

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