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Resident Medical Officer
Northern NSW Local Health District
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3.3
Lismore NSW
$94,521 - $127,827 a year
Temporary, Full-time
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Job details

$94,521 - $127,827 a year
Temporary, Full-time
Lismore NSW

Full job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Remuneration: $94,521 - $127,827
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM31132


Resident Medical Officer, General Rotations
Lismore Base Hospital & Richmond Network



Apply now for a rotational Resident Medical Officer (PGY2+) position at Lismore Base Hospital (LBH) and its peripheral sites for the 2027 clinical year. The successful applicant will gain valuable experience to provide quality medical care to patients in a complex clinical environment, as part of a multi-disciplinary team. This includes the assessment and management of patients across several clinical departments under the supervision of senior practitioners whilst developing broad skills in clinical decision making and practice.

The Richmond Network can provide rotations in various specialties including (but not limited to); Emergency Medicine (Lismore/Ballina/Casino), General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Rehabilitation Medicine, Haem/Onc, Mental Health, Rural General Practice (Kyogle or Maclean) and relief.

As a teaching hospital, LBH supports its Junior Medical Officers with weekly protected teaching for prevocational trainees and a JMO Education schedule including clinical case presentations, Grand Rounds Whole Hospital, and department specific meetings and education sessions. We work closely with the University Centre for Rural Health (UCRH) who also facilitates teaching and simulation sessions for medical staff.

Where you'll be working
Lismore Base Hospital (LBH) is the recognised Trauma Centre for the North Coast Region and is linked with the local helicopter retrieval service.
The hospital is an acute regional referral hospital of 280 beds on the Far North Coast of NSW, serving a population of approximately 170,000 people on the Far North Coast of NSW and has a busy Emergency Department (40,000 presentations annually), ICU and Coronary Care Unit, as well as Surgery (general, orthopaedic and speciality surgery), Paediatrics, Mental Health, and Obstetrics and Gynaecology.




What you'll be doing

The purpose of the position is to provide medical care and support, as part of a multi-disciplinary team that is consistent with the level of clinical competency and experience of the appointed trainee. This includes the assessment and management of patients across several clinical departments under the supervision of senior practitioners whilst developing broad skills in clinical decision making and practice.


  • Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role (please address these in your response)
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with an understanding of the roles of the doctor and other members of the healthcare team.
  • Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, family members and other members of the health care team.
  • Good organisational and time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
  • Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
  • Evidence of continuing professional development and commitment to self-education.



Need more information? the Position Description
For role related queries or questions contact the Lismore JMO Unit via NNSWLHD-LIS-JMORecruitment@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 15, November 2026

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