Communication Skills Specialist

• GP Training
• GP Training Operations
• Flexible location
• Part Time, Permanent
  
  
  

3/2/2025

• Part Time (0.6 FTE/22.8hrs pw) permanent positions available
• Flexible location with working from home options
• Provide individual communication support to GP registrars
  
  
  

About The Role

As a Communication Skills Specialist, you will support GP registrars, including those for whom English is not their first language, by providing tailored training and assessment to enhance their communication skills. Reporting to the Registrar Performance Review Lead, you’ll work closely with the Medical Education team to improve a registrar’s consultation skills, patient centredness, professional communication and examination technique.

As our Communication Skills Specialist, you'll also:

• Assess registrars’ communication challenges and develop tailored learning plans.
• Deliver one-on-one and group training sessions to enhance language and consultation skills.
• Monitor progress through reports and provide ongoing feedback to registrars and stakeholders.
• Assist in the development of national communication resources
  
  
  

Skills & Experience

• TESOL qualification and experience teaching English as an additional language.
• Experience in delivering training and assessment and strong knowledge of contemporary adult learning techniques.
• Exceptional verbal and written communications skills and experience working with people across multiple cultures.
• Familiarity with exam preparation and CALD support strategies.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience delivering effective teaching through video conferencing platforms
  
  
  

Why Join Us?

Christmas Leave & Well-being Days: Extra paid leave for employee rest and well-being

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible hybrid work options.

Career Growth: Access a robust Professional Development Program.

Join a Leader: Be part of an organisation that values innovation and integrity.

Professional Satisfaction: Work with a team who are passionate about training in general practice

About The RACGP

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) represents GPs across urban and rural Australia, supporting the nation’s health system for over 60 years by setting educational and practice standards and advocating for improved health and wellbeing. We promote the future of general practice through community-based training models, including the Australian General Practice Training Program, ensuring GPs are equipped to deliver quality, whole-person care and facilitating ongoing professional development while connecting GPs with communities nationwide.

How To Apply?

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Please visit our careers page for details on our recruitment process and position descriptions. Applications will be reviewed as received, as the process may conclude before the closing date.

We respectfully will not be accepting any applications from recruitment agencies for this role.

Applications Close: 17th of February 2025 COB

We value diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. If you need support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please mention it in your application.

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

The RACGP acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waterways in which we work and live. We recognise their continuing connection to land, water and culture, and pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging.