Medical Workforce Officer

Requisition ID: REQ607167

Position Title: Officer, Medical Workforce

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (until 31 December 2028)

Position Classification: Administration Officer - Level 6

Remuneration: $80,340.91 – $82,240.21 per annum (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Applications Close: 19 October 2025

Location: Negotiable across the District for the successful applicant, based within an MLHD site.

Do you want to be the driving force behind seamless recruitment experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and stakeholder engagement are key?

About Us

Be part of a passionate organisation delivering exceptional care to over 240,000 people across regional NSW. Spanning 125,000+ km², Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is the region's largest employer, with 5,000+ staff across 33 hospitals, 12 community health centres, and a range of specialist and mental health services.

At MLHD, you'll support diverse and meaningful work, with opportunities for career growth, access to cutting-edge technology and a wide range of employee benefits and incentives.

About the role

The Medical Workforce Officer will carry out recruitment/credentialing transactions and project officer tasks in relation to the appointment of Senior Medical and Dental Officers and Medical Locum Officers in Murrumbidgee Local Health District.

As the Medical Workforce Officer, you will:

• Manage a portfolio of medical contract provision for locum medical officer and visiting practitioners (VMO, HMO and VP) focusing on Rural Generalist recruitment and contracts.
• Work with locum coordinators to ensure locum requirements and the correct documentation is received and generate locum contracts are provided in a timely manner.
• Liaise with DMS', EDMS, Cluster and Facility Managers to provide support and advice to managers for medical contracts, credentialing, and medical recruitment.
• Support individual Doctors and Practice Managers with eCredential applications
• Oversee management of employment checks as per relevant NSW Health policies
• Maintain systems including eCredential, Stafflink, ROB.
• Maintain email inboxes and respond to queries in a timely manner, escalating where necessary.
• Investigate and respond to enquiries of a more complex nature and prepare correspondence.
• Manage advertising requests in ROB and other platforms ensuring all adverts are of a high standard with optimal marketing achieved.
• Provide support to the monthly Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee by contributing to meeting agendas, preparing applications in eCredential
• Assist the Medical Workforce Manager with operational components of career programs, such as liaising with stakeholders, trainees and clincians to resolve queries, raising invoices for GP Practices and assisting with annual recruitment.

Find out more about this role, review the position description.

About You

Our ideal candidate will:

• Provide excellent project administration and recruitment/credentialing transaction support in a high volume and demanding professional team environment.
• Manage competing priorities and deadlines whilst upholding a high level of customer service.
• Maintain high level of accuracy, attention to detail and problem solving ability.

Why join MLHD?

At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job — we offer the chance to make a real difference.

• Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
• Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
• Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs, Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.

Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.

How to apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your recruitment career and play a vital role in shaping the future of the MLHD workforce, apply now Need more information? Contact Jelena Hendricks, Manager, Medical Workforce on for a confidential discussion.

Make a Change. Make a Difference.

Murrumbidgee Local Health District is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.

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