WNSWLHD - Staff Specialist - Director of Medical Services - Orange - Temp -

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time to May 2027

Position Classification: Staff Specialist 

Remuneration: $186, $229,825.00

Hours Per Week: 38 hours per week 

Location: Orange NSW

Applications Close:  21 September pm

Western NSW Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply for our advertised positions. If you require any assistance with your application or have any questions about this position, please get in touch with the contact person listed in this advertisement.

About the opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Director of Medical Services who is a strong team player and who will provide effective leadership and management of medical services provided by both senior and junior medical staff within a vibrant multidisciplinary setting.

The successful applicant will be a member of the Orange Health Service Executive team. With the Executive, the Director Medical Services is responsible for strategic leadership and management, for developing and implementing organisational goals, service planning and the setting the values of the Orange Health Service.

What we can offer you

· Salary consistent with the Staff specialists award  including superannuation, and access to salary packaging.

· Relocation and accommodation assistance.

· Contemporary, well equipped work environments.

· Flexible work/life balance.

· Attractive Salary Package, up to 5 weeks Annual Leave with 4 weeks leave including 17.5% leave loading; 5 weeks per year Training Education and Study Leave (TESL), and 10 days paid sick leave per year (dependent on classification).

· Dynamic team environment.

· Country living with a meaningful career path

· Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport

Where you'll be working

You will be based at Orange Health Service, a part of the Western NSW Local Health District. For more information on living and working in our beautiful region, visit our website Western NSW Health Careers.

Orange Executive Team has operational accountability for Orange Hospital led by the General Manager.  The Director of Medical Services work within a collaborative executive team and is the line manager for all senior and junior doctors as well as the medical administration unit.

Working hours are Monday to Friday on site and participation in an executive on call roster.

To apply, please address the following Selection Criteria

1.    Registered as a Medical Practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia (MBA) / Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

2.    Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (RACMA).

Demonstrated experience operating effectively in a clinical leadership and management role at a executive/senior level inclusive of medical administration, medical workforce, professional practice, clinical governance, clinical ethics, clinical teaching and clinical leadership.

Demonstrated expertise managing health financial and activity reporting systems.

Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary health issues, rural healthcare priorities and reform agendas within the NSW Health system.

Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, especially with senior medical practitioners and clinicians.

Licence to drive in NSW and ability to travel regularly for work purposes. Knowledge,  understanding and commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, Ethnic Affairs Priorities Statements; and Health and Safety, as they relate to the position. Commitment to NSW Health CORE values.

Demonstrated ability to lead change and to work effectively within an executive team.

How do I apply for this role?

Please apply for this position via our eCredential website. NSW Health does not require or accept the 'fit2work' badge offered as an option in eCredential.

Note:  Applications submitted by Recruitment Agencies will not be considered for this position.

Need more information?

· Click here for the Position Description and Statement of Duties.

· For role related queries or questions contact Catherine Nowlan via email or

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases

If you are applying for a Category A position, please read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2018_009. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy.

Australian citizen or permanent resident, or eligible for sponsorship to work in Australia and registered as a

Medical Practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia.

Stepping Up – Close the Gap

The Aboriginal Employment Strategy (AES) is working in partnership with the Western NSW Local Health District to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants wishing to apply for this role. For more information please contact the AES recruitment team on or email Alternatively, applicants can visit our website for more information.

Working Visas

Applicants holding a visa with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable applicant for permanent appointment is identified.

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