Rural Hospital Junior Medical Officer jobs

Company Description

Ramsay provides high quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care.

Tamara Private Hospital is an acute Hospital offering medical, surgical and rehabilitation. It has been a leading provider of healthcare for this community for over 40 years. With 45 beds, Tamara Private Hospital offers a comprehensive range of services including Bariatric, Dental, General Surgery, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedic, Urology, Vascular, ENT, Robotic Surgery, Paediatric ENT and Dental, Day Surgery and Medical services.

Tamara Private Hospital is now hiring!

Job Description

Tamara Private Hospital is seeking Junior Medical Officers to join our team on a casual basis.

About the Role

The Junior Medical Officer (JMO) provides frontline medical care to inpatients across the hospital, working collaboratively with Visiting Medical Officers (VMOs), nursing staff and allied health teams. The JMO supports the delivery of safe, timely and coordinated patient care throughout the admission, under the direction and supervision of VMOs and senior medical staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, examinations and investigations, and initiate treatment within the scope of your role and as directed by VMOs or senior medical staff.
• Provide ongoing care to inpatients, including reviewing patients and escalating any concerns or clinical deterioration promptly.
• Respond to medical emergencies and cardiac arrest calls across the hospital, working as part of the multidisciplinary response team.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including results review, medication charts, progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Communicate effectively with VMOs, nursing staff and allied health teams to support safe and coordinated patient management.
• Participate in clinical handover and safety huddles to maintain continuity of care and situational awareness.
• Provide after-hours medical cover as required and ensure appropriate handover and completion of outstanding clinical tasks before the end of your shift.

About You

• Current AHPRA registration
• Appropriate level of postgraduate medical experience for a Junior Medical Officer position
• Demonstrated commitment to providing safe, patient-centred care
• Good clinical assessment and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to recognise and appropriately escalate clinical deterioration
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy

• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more

• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts

• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7

• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff

• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally

• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.

Additional Information

• Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.

• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

Apply:

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Tamara Private Hospital. All applications must be lodged online.

Applications close: 30th October 2026

Reference number: JR116703

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.