Visiting Medical Officer in Otolaryngology

3 days ago


New Lambton, Australia Hunter New England Local Health District Full time

**Visiting Medical Officer in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery**
**John Hunter Hospital**
**Quinquennial VMO**

**What you’ll do**:

- Management of elective patients with a focus on head and neck surgery and microvascular reconstruction
- Participation in the emergency roster and treatment of Otolaryngology patients at the John Hunter Hospital
- Contribute to teaching, research and multidisciplinary team development across the service

**What we’re looking for**:

- Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
- Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
- A commitment to medical education, team collaboration and patient centred care
- A proactive approach to service development, research, and innovation in clinical practice

**Why join us?**
John Hunter Hospital is one of the busiest trauma and tertiary referral hospitals in NSW. You’ll work alongside committed professionals in a collaborative and high performing culture. Located in Newcastle, the region offers an unbeatable lifestyle with beautiful beaches, vibrant dining and close proximity to vineyards and national parks.

Join us in shaping the future of Otolaryngology in one of Australia’s most forward thinking health districts.

Need more information?

**Applications close: 18 June 2025**

**For more information about the role contact**:Dr Daron Cope - Clinical Director of Otolaryngology, 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.

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases - this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (PD2024_015). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.



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