Visiting Medical Officer In Gastroenterology

Employment Type : Visiting Medical Officer Position Classification : Visiting Medical Officer Requisition ID : REQ599164 This role is based at Gosford Hospital and will provide a clinical management and consultation service to patients with conditions applicable to the sub-speciality of Gastroenterology at Gosford Hospital and participate in an appropriate District wide on-call roster, including the provision of emergency endoscopy procedures for Central Coast Local Health District.
This is a 12 month temporary position from September 2025 to September 2026 under a zero-hour sessional arrangement.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners eligible for registration in New South Wales for the above position within the Department of Gastroenterology, Wyong and Gosford Hospitals at Central Coast Local Health District CCLHD.
Applicants should be a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and / or other specialist recognition as provided for in the Visiting Medical Officer (State) Award.
Central Coast is comprised of the twin areas of Gosford and Wyong, positioned between Sydney and Newcastle, which are collectively expected to grow from the current approximate 300,000 to 450,000 population before 2030.
The Local Health District has strong connections with both Royal North Shore Hospital and the University of Newcastle.
This position has obligations to both Gosford Hospital and Wyong Hospital.
Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Visiting Medical Officer (State) Award.
For enquiries about the position please contact Dr Glenn Hawken, Head of Department of Gastroenterology, phone (02) 4320 3747 or email CCLHD-MWEUSMW@health.nsw.gov.au Applications are accepted via credential ONLY.
To apply click here and follow the Registration / Login process, Create / Update your Clinician Profile and complete the Application and Selection Criteria questions.
If you experience difficulties applying please contact Senior Medical Workforce Unit on 4320 3009.
The Health Service is committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity.
Successful applicants are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct.
Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicants.
Employment is subject to having current immunity status that complies with the Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases.
Salary Packaging is available to enhance benefits.
Applications will not be accepted by agencies.
Medical Practitioner registered or able to be registered in Australia, inclusive of an unrestricted 19 AB exempted provider number.
Recognised specialist qualifications, Fellow of The Royal Australasian College of Physicians and / or other equivalent specialist recognition.
Appropriate experience to practice as a Senior Medical Practitioner in Gastroenterology.
Gastroenterological Society of Australia (GESA) conjoint approval in Panendoscopy, Colonoscopy, ERCP and EUS.
Ability to work constructively and effectively in a Multidisciplinary team environment, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
Demonstrated track record in supervision and training of junior medical staff, including prevocational and advanced trainees Demonstrated interest in quality improvement methodologies.
Demonstrated commitment to Caring for the Coast vision, goals and strategies, with demonstrated behaviours which align to the NSW CORE values and CCLHD Values and Behaviours charter.
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