Staff Specialist in Rehabilitation Medicine, John Hunter Hospital
3 days ago
**REQ607123**
**Staff Specialist in Rehabilitation Medicine**
**John Hunter Hospital HNELHD - Newcastle NSW**
**Short term temporary part time from December until March with possibility of extension**
**0.6 FTE (24hrs/wk)**
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Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in one of NSW’s most dynamic health districts?_**
**_Join the Rehabilitation Medicine team at John Hunter Hospital, part of the Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), and contribute to high-quality, consultant level, patient-centred care across a diverse and growing region._**
**About the Role**
This position provides consultancy-level clinical services in collaboration with other Rehabilitation Medicine specialists and multidisciplinary teams. You’ll be involved in delivering general and specialist rehabilitation programs, including:
- Stroke and traumatic brain injury
- Spinal cord impairment
- Amputee rehabilitation
- Complex medical rehabilitation and community transition planning
Some rehabilitation services are currently delivered from Maitland Hospital, supporting continuity of care while the new Acute Services Building at JHH is under construction and scheduled for completion in 2026. This state-of-the-art facility will significantly expand ICU, ED, maternity, and surgical capacity, enhancing integration with rehabilitation services.
- Holds Fellowship of the Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians FAFRM (RACP) and registration with AHPRA
- Demonstrates recent, broad experience in inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation
- Skilled in developing and implementing rehabilitation goals and discharge plans
**Why Join Us?**
HNELHD is the largest health district in NSW, serving over 900,000 people across the Hunter, New England, and Lower Mid North Coast. At JHH, you’ll be part of a Level 6 tertiary referral hospital with strong academic ties to the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI).
**We offer**:
- Access to the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct
- Salary packaging and Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families
- Opportunities for clinical education, research, and innovation
**Live and Work in Newcastle**
Enjoy a coastal lifestyle in NSW’s second-largest city, just two hours from Sydney. With stunning beaches, national parks, vibrant dining, and excellent schools, Newcastle offers the perfect balance of career and lifestyle.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
**Applications Close: 12 October 2025**
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time positions_
**For a confidential discussion about the role please contact**:
**Dr Michael Pollack, Director Rehabilitation Medicine, John Hunter Hospital via EA (02) 4921 4840**
Application Enquiries: Stacey Burbridge, HNELHD Senior Medical Recruitment
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases - this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (PD2022_030). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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