
Visiting Medical Officer in Emergency Medicine
2 days ago
**Visiting Medical Officer in Emergency Medicine (FACEM or FRACP PEM)**
**John Hunter Hospital, HNELHD - Newcastle NSW**
**Multiple fixed term temporary roles - 12 months**
**Rostered shifts equivalent of 3.0 FTE available**
**_ If you're looking for a flexible opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you_**
Hear all about our Emergency Department from our Clinical Director & Nurse Unit Manager
**ABOUT THE ROLE**:
Applications are sought from suitably qualified Consultant Emergency Physicians for a fixed-term, 12-month position. This role includes guaranteed rostered weekend and evening VMO shifts (equivalent 3.0 FTE available) in the ED, providing contemporary, comprehensive specialist care.
**Why Work with Us?**
This role offers the opportunity to work in NSW’s largest local health district at a Level 6, tertiary referral, major trauma, and teaching hospital**serving a population of over 900,000 across the Hunter, New England, and Lower Mid North Coast regions.
- Major Trauma & Tertiary Centre - John Hunter Hospital is home to the only trauma centre outside Sydney and delivers primary and tertiary trauma services to the Hunter Valley, Central Coast, New England, and Mid North Coast.
- High-Acuity, Diverse Caseload - With one of the busiest EDs in the state, this role provides exposure to a broad range of emergency medicine, including paediatrics, major trauma, critical care, and retrieval services.
- Cutting-Edge Retrieval Service - In partnership with the Hunter Retrieval Services, Westpac Rescue Helicopter and NSW Ambulance, we provide retrieval services for critically ill patients across northern NSW.
**Exciting Future Developments**
- State-of-the-Art Facilities - Transition to a new Acute Services Building in late 2026, featuring an expanded Emergency Department. Read more
- Digital Innovation - Be part of the pilot program for NSW Health’s Single Digital Patient Record (SDPR), launching in early 2026. Read more
**Role Requirements**
Applicants must hold a primary medical degree registered with AHPRA and either: Fellowship with the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM), OR FRACP Paediatrician with a Specialisation in Emergency Medicine (FRACP PEM).
**Why Newcastle?**
- Coastal Lifestyle with City Conveniences - Newcastle is NSW’s second-largest city, offering a vibrant, relaxed lifestyle with pristine beaches, a lower cost of living, and short commute times (average 20 minutes).
- Proximity to Sydney & Hunter Valley Wine Country - Just 2 hours from Sydney, 40 minutes from the Hunter Valley and 90 minutes from the NSW North Coast.
- Excellent Schools & Universities - Access to world-class primary, secondary, and tertiary education, including the University of Newcastle.
Find out more about the Newcastle, and the surrounding Maitland, Hunter Valley and Lake Macquarie regions.
**Ready to take your emergency medicine career to the next level?**
**APPLY NOW**REQ558529**
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent & temporary Visiting Medical Officer positions
**For a confidential conversation about the role please contact**:
Dr Helen Sambles, Director of Emergency Medicine, John Hunter Hospital
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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