ED CMO IC - Glen Innes, NSW

• Immediate and ongoing
• Travel and accommodation provided and arranged
• Back up from Retrieval and My Emergency Doctor Services

The opportunity 

The locum CMO In-Charge will be on-call only for the entire placement as a solo doctor. The hospital is a 28-bed acute facility that provides a wide variety of acute services and community health services from O&G, General Medicine, Paediatrics and Surgery, with a 4-bed Emergency Department.

• Approximately 20 patients per day
• Busiest hours are between 8am and 9pm
• Majority of patients are Cat 4 & 5 with low acuity presentations however there are cardiac or septis presentations
• There isn’t a GP in the town however there is a nurse practitioner who works Monday-Friday, 10am – 6pm
• All nurses are FLECC trained
  • 2 reg nurses work during the day
  • 1 reg nurse works at night and manages the patients
• Night doctors are only if an emergency
• The facility is equipped with telehealth cameras to connect with specialists through the Critical Care Advisory Service (CCAS)
• Deteriorating patients are sent to Armidale

The location 

Glen Innes, is a charming town known for its rich heritage and stunning natural beauty. From the picturesque countryside to the historic buildings, there is so much to explore and discover in this hidden gem of a destination.

For those with Celtic blood, Glen Innes is the place to be for the annual Australian Celtic Festival, a celebration of all things Celtic that draws visitors from near and far. From traditional music and dance performances to artisan markets and delicious food, tie this into your locum venture.

Essential Criteria

To be eligible for this locum you must have

• Australian working rights
• Full AHPRA registration
• Extensive Emergency Medicine experience