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Resident Medical Officer - job post

Hunter New England Local Health District
3.9 out of 5 stars
Australia
$94,521 - $127,827 a year - Full-time
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Job details

Pay

  • $94,521 - $127,827 a year

Job type

  • Full-time

Location

Australia

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Parental leave
  • Annual leave
  • Employee assistance program
  • Salary packaging

Full job description

Hunter New England Local Health District

Reference number
CAM29226
Occupation
General
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Statewide
Salary Information
$94521 - $127827
Closing date
04 August 2026 at 11:59pm


Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Remuneration: -
Contract Dates: 1st February 2027 - 6th February 2028 for applicants with current AHPRA registration. Applicants overseas will be offered alternative start dates to assist with AHPRA and VISA processing.
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM29226
Living in our region
We provide a fantastic place to call home; Newcastle and surrounds have a beautiful, relaxed yet active lifestyle for individuals, couples and families alike.
We are only 2.5hours north of Sydney surrounded by breath taking coastal and country views. We have a great network of hospitals, all inter-related and supportive of each other.
Our training sites are growing and expanding beyond the realm of just clinical service delivery. We pride ourselves on a culture of learning and education, role modelling and mentorship with professionalism. We want to grow our Trainees into not only excellent doctors, but excellent people who love our community as much as we do.
Living In the Region - here
Newcastle - here
Tamworth - here
Armidale - here
Manning - here

Where you will be working
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences, but we honour and support it.
Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. Hunter New England Local Health District upholds the CORE Values - Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment
Our Training Sites - Here

About the Prevocational Training Network 12
This position sits within the Prevocational Training Network, also known as Network 12. We are the largest Network within NSW and proudly work closely with Junior Medical Officers at either Intern or Resident Medical Officer levels (PGY1 / PGY to assist them in achieving their career goals.
Our team is dedicated to supporting our trainees in all aspects of training including weekly education, orientation, clinical teaching and access to various rotations including Surgery / Medicine / Mental Health / Paeds / Obs and Gynae / Crit Care and Emergency to name a few.
Please click on the link to learn more about the HNELHD Prevocational JMO Training Network (PVTN) - here
You will be working in our dynamic network of 8 training sites:
  • John Hunter Hospital
  • Maitland Hospital
  • Belmont Hospital
  • Calvary Mater Newcastle
  • Tamworth Hospital
  • Armidale Hospital
  • Manning Base Hospital and
  • HNE Mental Health
These sites offer fantastic metropolitan and rural experiences as a Junior Medical Officer, functioning as part of the clinical team & contributing to excellence in patient care.

What we offer:
  • Comprehensive terms in Surgery, Medicine, Psychiatry, Emergency, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Crit Care / Anaesthetics & Clinical Governance
  • ADO's each month (for full time employees)
  • Paid Leave including Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Study Leave, Long Service Leave and Parental Leave
  • Teaching and mentoring programs
  • Short term accommodation (Rural Sites only – Manning / Tamworth / Armidale)
  • Salary packaging options including meal expenses.
  • Fitness Passport
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
  • Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
  • The JMO Supervised Practice Plan aimed at International Medical Graduates looking to transition into the Australian system.
  • Supportive JMO Management Team

What you will be doing
The primary purpose of a Resident Medical Officer is to provide safe and high-quality care, assess and manage, under supervision, patients presenting to our training sites.
The Medical Officers will work under appropriate supervision according to their level of competence to evaluate, diagnose, treat and provide consultation to patients of all ages presenting in any condition.
More information can be found on the Position Description. See below for details.

International Applicants:
International Medical Graduates (IMG) are welcome to apply. Our district has a variety of programs and support to help you achieve general registration.

Please see below criteria that applicants must meet to be considered for this role:


Australian and NZ Graduates/Competent Authority Pathway Candidates:

Completion of 1 post graduate years or more as a medical officer in an acute hospital setting and currently practicing as a clinician within an acute hospital setting.


Standard Pathway Candidates:

Completion of a minimum of 4 postgraduate years or more as a medical officer in an acute hospital setting and currently working as a clinician in an acute hospital setting.


Applicants are required to currently hold Level 2 Supervision with AHPRA.

International applicants must also provide the following when submitting their application.

  • AMC Part 1 Certificate (Part 2, if available)
  • English Assessment Results (PTE/OET/IELTS)
  • Degree

  • MBBS or equivalent degree, currently registered with the Medical Board of Australia with General Registration or a minimum Level 2 supervision on Limited or Provisional registration.
  • Current unrestricted driving license and a reliable private vehicle.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised environment.
  • Adept 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.
  • Adept written and verbal communication skills as defined in the Australian Health Practice Regulation Agency (AHPRA) English language skills registration standard. Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, family members and other members of the health care team.
  • Adept 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.
  • Evidence of continuing professional development and commitment to self-education.


    Please note:

  • Applications that do not respond to the selection criteria will not be considered for advancement.
  • Only applications that meet the criteria of the position will be considered.
  • Applicants are required to provide a Detailed Resume which includes any gaps in practice.

    Need more information?

    about applying for this position
    For role related queries or questions contact Sivachelvi Vijayashankar on Sivachelvi.Vijayashankar@health.nsw.gov.au

    Applications Close: 04, August 2026
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