Maternal Fetal Medicine Subspecialist
Canberra Health Services
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Executive Summary
- Join a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality care for high-risk pregnancies in the ACT and surrounding region
- Lead clinical practice, governance, and training, while advancing your expertise.
- Serve in Canberra’s only tertiary care perinatal unit, managing complex cases.
The Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) Department at CHS is seeking a qualified Maternal Fetal Medicine (CMFM) Subspecialist, Obstetrical and Gynaecological Ultrasound (COGU) Subspecialist, or an Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist with a Diploma of Diagnostic Ultrasound (O&G) (DDU).
This multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive care for high-risk pregnancies, offering fetal surveillance and diagnostics. The department works closely with various teams, including MFM consultants, trainees, sonographers, midwives, genetic counsellors, and specialists in Obstetrics, Neonatology, and Paediatric Surgery. The role involves managing complex maternal medical cases, delivering fetal medicine services such as diagnostic ultrasound, invasive procedures, and complex fetal counselling, as well as reporting on standard obstetric ultrasounds.
CHS’s Centenary Hospital for Women and Children serves as a tertiary-level facility for the ACT and surrounding regions, managing over 3,700 births annually and acting as a level 6 referral centre for high-risk pregnancies. With a large catchment area, it is the only tertiary perinatal unit between Sydney and Melbourne. The hospital is accredited by RANZCOG for the FRANZCOG Training Program and houses one accredited CMFM training position. The Centre for Newborn Care admits over 650 infants each year.
The department maintains strong research partnerships with the Australian National University (ANU), University of Canberra, and Australian Catholic University. The hospital offers comprehensive postgraduate teaching programs, with access to a fully equipped medical library.
The Role
The CHS Maternal Fetal Medicine Department is seeking a Certification in Maternal Fetal Medicine (CMFM) Subspecialist, Certification in Obstetrical and Gynaecological Ultrasound (COGU) Subspecialist or Diploma of Diagnostic Ultrasound (O&G) (DDU) trained Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist.
The successful applicant must have RANZCOG Fellowship and CMFM Subspecialist qualifications or equivalent. Those with COGU Subspecialist qualification or a Diploma of Diagnostic Ultrasound (DDU) in O&G may be considered. They must possess excellent communication skills with the ability to interact sensitively in a high-risk obstetric and fetal medicine environment and have a demonstrated commitment to teaching.
This position will be embedded in the Maternal Fetal Medicine Department, with pro-rata on call duties and contribution to inpatient management when required. There may also be an Obstetric on call component.
The successful candidate may also be considered for an academic appointment at ANU, contingent on their qualifications and experience. This academic position is non-remunerated, subject to performance reviews, and will be held alongside the Canberra Health Services employment. Responsibilities will be divided between clinical and research duties at the hospital and academic matters at ANU.
For a confidential discussion, please get in touch with:
Lynette Taylor
HardyGroup Executive Director Search & Recruitment
M: +61 (0)431 293 861 / E: ltaylor@hardygroupintl.com
Canberra Health Services
Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values:
- We are reliable – we always do what we say
- We are progressive – we embrace innovation
- We are respectful – we value everyone
- We are kind – we make everyone feel welcome and safe.
Our Strategic Priorities:
Deliver world class care
Sound operational planning will determine the services we provide for our population. Consumer experience will be improved through providing care that is inclusive and culturally safe, delivered to the highest standards, in a timely way—across our acute, planned and community portfolios.
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We will be an employer of choice—creating the environment to attract, recruit and retain skilled workers. A supportive learning environment, with a culture of candid and respectful communication, will support our people to be their best and grow professionally.
Build a strong research, innovation and improvement environment
A growing research portfolio and focus on translating innovation and improvement to better care at the bedside, will improve health outcomes for our consumers.
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focused on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding regions.
The services and facilities provided include:
- Canberra Hospital, which provides trauma services and most major medical and surgical services.
- North Canberra Hospital, which offers acute and sub-acute services.
- University of Canberra Hospital, a rehabilitation facility that offers additional outpatient services.
- Clare Holland House, which provides public palliative care services.
- Walk-in centres, which provide free treatment for minor illness and injury.
- Community health centres, providing general and specialist health services to people of all ages.
- Community based health services, such as early childhood services, youth and women’s health, dental health, mental health and alcohol and drug services.
The Maternal Fetal Medicine Department comprises a multidisciplinary team who work closely to provide high quality care for high-risk pregnancies, fetal surveillance and diagnostics. This team includes MFM consultants, trainees, sonographers, midwives and genetic counsellors and includes close collaboration with the Obstetric, Neonatology and Paediatric Surgery teams. This is an opportunity to provide both complex maternal medical care and fetal medicine services including diagnostic ultrasound, invasive procedures, complex fetal counselling and management as well as a component of ultrasound reporting for normal obstetrics ultrasounds. The MFM Department at CHS has a large catchment with a large volume of pathology.
Image description: Front entrance of Centenary Hospital for Women and Children
Role Specification
Under limited direction of the Divisional Clinical Director you will:
- Provide clinical expertise in the management of high risk pregnancy and those complicated by suspected or confirmed fetal anomalies, including diagnostics procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villous sampling.
- Manage inpatients admitted under the MFM team and provide ward support to the team of fellows, registrars and junior medical officers
- Undertake outpatient clinics, conduct consults, and participate in ultrasound and reporting duties. This includes participating in the on call roster at a pro-rata basis according to service requirements with the MFM Department and Obstetrics.
- Contribute to the education and training of all members of the clinical team, and provide clinical support for the accredited MFM Fellow and unaccredited MFM Senior Registrar as required.
- Work in a collaborative partnership with the Medical, Midwifery, Sonography and Administrative Leads to deliver safe, high quality clinical services.
- Provide leadership and coordination in clinical governance by developing evidence-based guidelines, ensuring high level staff performance, and overseeing quality improvement and risk management activities.
- Provide leadership in standards of practice, including professional development, teaching and training and research and innovation, and maintain own knowledge through participation in learning and development opportunities.
- Undertake other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation
Competencies
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
In addition to meeting the core competencies for Maternal Fetal Medicine to be recognised as a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG), the preferred candidate will have:
- Strong organisational skills with a high degree of drive.
- Flexible approach to work including the ability to embrace challenges and provide innovative solutions to problems.
- Highly conscientious and professional in all aspects of work.
In addition to a commitment to work, health and safety (WH&S) and contributing to the CHS positive patient focus displaying behaviours consistent with the organisational values of Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind.
Position Requirements/Qualifications:
Mandatory
- Be registered or eligible for registration as a medical practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner’s Regulation Agency, with no conditions, undertakings or reprimands (AHPRA).
- Hold a Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) or an equivalent higher specialist qualification
- Not be the subject of an unresolved scope of clinical practice review of any Medical Dental Appointments Advisory Committee or a current inquiry by AHPRA.
- Hold a Subspecialty Qualification in Maternal Fetal Medicine (CMFM) with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) (or be due to finish shortly) or Certification in Obstetrical and Gynaecological Ultrasound (COGU). We may also consider a suitably experienced candidate who holds a Diploma of Diagnostic Ultrasound (O&G) with Australian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine (ASUM), or one with an equivalent subspecialist qualification to CMFM/COGU.
- CHS is leading the drive to digitally transform health service delivery in Australia through the implementation of a territory wide Digital Health Record. Computer literacy skills are required which are relevant to this role as you will be responsible for completing required documentation and becoming a proficient user of the Digital Health Record and/or other Information Technology systems; once proficient, you will need to remain current with changes, updates, and contingencies.
Desirable
- Have an understanding of how the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) and Australian Council of Healthcare Standards (ACHS) clinical indicators align with this role.
- Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in alignment to the CHS Exceptional Care and all other related frameworks
For Senior Specialist we will also expect that you:
- 1.Have demonstrated advanced clinical experience outlined in a CV that clearly and comprehensively outlines the applicant’s professional history.
- 2.Have been employed at the equivalent of a Specialist Band 5 for a period of at least three years.
- 3.Have demonstrated their advanced ability to provide leadership to their colleagues through either clinical or administrative means.
- 4.Have gained demonstrable advanced experience and attained such ability in the relevant speciality that is acceptable to CHS, to justify a recommendation for advancement to Senior Specialist by the Review Panel.
- 5.Be able to demonstrate their ability to undertake duties and responsibilities deemed by CHS as those expected of a Senior Specialist.
- 6.Be able to demonstrate that they are performing at a level consistent with this competency framework.
These are the key selection criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resumé and experience:
- 1.Proven clinical experience in the practice of Maternal Fetal Medicine, including patient care, ultrasound studies, procedures, and reporting.
- 2.Demonstrated commitment to the maintenance and further development of skills in this area, with involvement in further education, teaching and continuing professional development. While having high level communication and interpersonal skills.
- 3.Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, teaching and training for junior staff, and ability to work as a team member in a multidisciplinary environment.
- 4.Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to all aspects of clinical governance including conducting and leading research and/or audit in relevant areas of practice.
- 5.Demonstrates understanding of, and adherence to, safety and quality standards, work, health and safety (WH&S) and the positive patient experience. Displays behaviour consistent with CHS’s values of reliable, progressive, respectful and kind.
For consideration at the Senior Specialist level, you will require the above and:
- 1.Clinical: Show advanced clinical expertise in their speciality area, which may include the ability to work without supervision, as recognised by their peers.
- 2.Safety and Quality: Provide leadership through:
- a.a demonstrated ability to be effective in leading safety and quality activities, including experience relevant to specialist college accreditation
- b.providing senior medical input to the safety and quality activities of the medical unit and clinical division, and
- c.participating actively in specialist college accreditation, as overseen by the Australian Medical Council.
- 3.Teaching: Provide senior input using demonstrated experience in the development and provision of teaching and training at CHS and services in the surrounding region.
- 4.Research: Undertake speciality-specific research and/or have relevant publications of research in a respected health or medical journal.
- 5.Administrative functions: Support the medical unit director in the administration of the unit and provide senior medical input to the development of policies and practices of the unit.
Senior Specialist applicants must also provide two detailed supporting statements from referees including:
- 1.A supporting statement from the relevant medical unit director or equivalent, attesting to:
- a.the applicant’s ability to work at a senior level in the relevant unit or department,
- b.compliance with CHS policy and guidance documents, and
- c.behaviour consistent with CHS’ values
- 2.A supporting statement from a second referee who is a Senior Specialist.
Division of Women, Youth and Children
> Medical Unit Director, MFM Department
> Staff/Senior Staff Specialist, Maternal Fetal Medicine
Specialist Classification: Staff Specialist 1-5 / Senior Specialist
Salary Package Range: $339,657 to $447,731 (pro rata for part time) - Excluding Attraction and Retention Incentive
Staff Specialist Salary Package Includes:
Base Salary $204,936 to $274,696 (pro rata for part time)
Note: Starting salary will be negotiated within this classification for the successful candidate, depending on experience and expertise
+ Private Practice Scheme Allowance
+ On-call allowance (17.4% of base salary + Private Practice Allowance)
+ Medical Education Expense Allowance
+ Superannuation (12%)
Location: The Centenary Hospital for Women and Children
Section: Maternal Fetal Medicine Department - Division of Women's Youth and Children
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
The successful applicant must have RANZCOG Fellowship and CMFM Subspecialist qualifications or equivalent. Those with COGU Subspecialist qualification or a Diploma of Diagnostic Ultrasound (DDU) in O&G may be considered. They must possess excellent communication skills with the ability to interact sensitively in a high-risk obstetric and fetal medicine environment and have a demonstrated commitment to teaching.
This position will be embedded in the Maternal Fetal Medicine Department, with pro-rata on call duties and contribution to inpatient management when required. There may also be an Obstetric on call component.
Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
- Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
- Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
- Comply with Canberra Health Services Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC) credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for medical professionals.
CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.
Important information
All employees are required to:
- Adhere to the Canberra Health Services Values and the ACT Public Service Code of Conduct
- Act in accordance and comply with all relevant Safety and Quality policies and procedures.
- Comply with all relevant clinical and/or competency standards.
- Be available for weekend and/or after-hours work.
- Approval for second job will need to be submitted annually. Commitment to second job must not impact on the agreed clinical duties of the specialist at Canberra Hospital.
- Adherence to agreed attendance hours including agreement to annual job planning for clinical operational requirements is required.
- It is expected that the successful applicant will have a track record as a successful member of a clinical team and demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching at all levels including medical, nursing and allied health professional staff and students. There is opportunity to be involved in teaching at the Australian National University Medical School.
CHS is leading the drive to digitally transform health service delivery in Australia through the implementation of a territory wide Digital Health Record. Computer literacy skills are required which are relevant to this role as you will be responsible for completing required documentation and becoming a proficient user of the Digital Health Record and/or other Information Technology systems; once proficient, you will need to remain current with changes, updates, and contingencies.
The reference number to include in your application is H25_4911
Note: Please use the online platform to submit your application. It will not be accepted via email.
If you require assistance in submitting your application online, please get in touch with Executive Search Coordinator, Bradie Hammat: bhammat@hardygroupintl.com / +61 (0)417 882 900
Your application must include:
- 1.Cover letter addressed to the Principal Consultant;
- 2.A 2-page pitch addressing the Selection Criteria; and
- 3.An up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae
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For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Lynette Taylor
HardyGroup Executive Director Search & Recruitment
M: +61 (0)431 293 861 / E: ltaylor@hardygroupintl.com
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