Doctor in Training Medical Adviser

About the Role

Doctor in Training (DIT) Medical Adviser will be based within Avant's Medical Indemnity Division but will work across several Avant divisions to develop an understanding of Medico legal risk and provide medical input into complaints, claims, research and member education material.

This role will also contribute to increasing Avant’s understanding of the professional needs of DIT’s.

You will be rostered regular days and hours to complete the duties of the role taking account of ongoing clinical duties and requirements of Avant and will need to be able to commit to two days per week.

This is a 12 month contract on a part-time basis (2 days a week).

The principal purposes of the position are to:

• Provide medical advice and clinical input to the Claims Department and Medico Legal Advisory Service
• Increase awareness and understanding of medicolegal and safety and quality issues amongst DITs
• Provide ongoing research and education to members, staff and external stakeholders via Avant’s business units
• Help develop resources and risk management strategies to improve the safety and reduce risk to patients and their doctors
• Participate in special projects and initiatives, as required.

Key accountabilities:

• Provision of timely medical advice and guidance to Claims Managers and legal service providers on medical issues
• Review member’s reports, statements and responses and provide feedback.
• Review and provide commentary on expert reports and ongoing review of medical developments during a claim to identify emerging medical issues.
• Identify appropriate medical experts and best practice advice related to claims against medical practitioners.
• Attend conferences with members, mediations and pre hearings where appropriate.
• Refer Avant Members to the Support Program or Doctors’ Health Advisory Service where appropriate.
• Conduct all activities in accordance with the relevant Avant protocols and guidelines.
• Provide medical support to the Medico-Legal Advisory Service to Avant members
• Offer peer support and referral to the Support Program or Doctors’ Health Advisory Service where appropriate.
• Provide support to developing the composition and agenda and chair meetings of Avant’s Early Career Doctor Advisory Committee (ECDAC)
• Chair ECDAC and share the member doctor in training committee (DITAC)
• Provide support to Avant in developing research, education and advocacy for members, staff and internal and external bodies in medico-legal and clinical risk.
• Participate in educational activities, including writing articles for internal and external publication to raise awareness of medico-legal, clinical risk.
• Contribute to the Avant research agenda
• Represent Avant and members at medical forums as appropriate.
• Support Growth and Membership initiatives and educational activities.
• Provide advice across Avant on professional issues that impact doctors in training.
• Raise awareness of issues for Doctors in Training and Early Career Doctors within Avant (e.g. National Advisory Stakeholder Committee)
• Contribute to the Advocacy team in developing position papers and influencing peers on key medico legal changes that will impact the profession

To be successful you will have:

• Medical Degree (MBBS)
• Currently participating in a recognized specialty training position
• Medical industry experience
• Attention to detail
• Pragmatic and proactive
• Time management
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Excellent verbal and written skills and advocacy skills
• Proactive approach to developing relationships and understanding customer requirements

About Avant

Avant is Australia’s largest medical defence organisation. With an objective to be the business and career partner of its members, Avant provides:
-Medico-legal protection and risk management advisory services.
-Support, advice and legal representation in the event of a claim or complaint.
-Health insurance products.
-Education, research and training programs.
-Various other insurance products spanning cover of medical practices, income, life, disability and travel.
-Advocacy representation for its members collectively where it can make a difference.

Avant has over 90,000 members, 1000 staff and net assets $1.5 billion. Avant is a member owned organisation. Its core objective is to support, protect and defend its members.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Avant supports doctors so they can serve Australia's diverse communities. Having diversity in our workforce brings valuable perspectives and strengthens our ability to support healthcare professionals.
We therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those with caring responsibilities.

Our inclusive workplace is somewhere everyone can succeed.

Ready to join us? If you're passionate about supporting Australia's healthcare professionals, we'd love to hear from you. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to contact us at careers@avant.org.au