Junior Medical Officer Coordinator

Lead. Support. Empower.

Remuneration: $76, $77,852.51 p.a.+ Superannuation + Salary packaging

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 5

Hours Per Week: 38hrs/week

Location: Armidale Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ603943

Closing date: Sunday,14th September 2025

Are you a natural leader with a passion for supporting others? We are seeking a dedicated Medical Officer Coordinator to play a key role in guiding and supporting Junior Medical Officers (JMOs) during their 10-week rotations at Armidale Hospital.

In this pivotal role, you will be more than an administrator — you are the trusted point of contact, a coordinator, and a leader who ensures our JMOs have the support they need to thrive personally and professionally.

• Providing day-to-day leadership and proactive support for JMOs
• Coordinating rosters, accommodation, sick leave, and education sessions
• Conducting regular welfare check-ins and responding to individual needs
• Ensuring a seamless experience throughout each JMO rotation
  Managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with professionalism and care

• Senior administration experience, with potential for high management exposure in the future
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills – you build trust and rapport with ease
• Excellent time management and the ability to stay organised under pressure
• Initiative and independence in solving problems and supporting your team
• A clear understanding of medical workforce needs, awards, and employment conditions
• Present at orientations for JMO's
• A genuine passion for creating a positive and productive environment for junior doctors
• Rostering experience and/or liasing with students desirable

You will receive comprehensive training and ongoing support from experienced teams to ensure you're set up for success.

Why Join Us?

By becoming a Medical Officer Coordinator, you are stepping into a leadership role that directly impacts the wellbeing, education, and progression of future medical professionals. This is a great opportunity for an experienced professional to grow their expertise. Benefits Include:

• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Need more information?

For role related queries or questions contact Elizabeth Bourke on

Additional information

• This position is 100% on site – no work from home considered
• Open to Job share for the right candidate
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• Previous candidates need not re-apply.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Information for Applicants:

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:

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This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS via or

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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