Visiting Medical Officer in Orthopaedic Surgery

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Visiting Medical Officer in Orthopaedic Surgery

John Hunter Hospital and Maitland Hospital

Multiple quinquennial roles available

Hunter New England - John Hunter and Maitland Hospitals is seeking experienced and committed Orthopaedic Surgeons to join our team as Visiting Medical Officers. This role provides the opportunity to deliver holistic, best-practice care to inpatients and outpatients across the Hunter New England Local Health District, with a focus on joint replacements and orthopaedic trauma management.

You will play a key role in managing elective and urgent orthopaedic cases, with a particular focus on elective joint replacements. Participation in the emergency and major trauma on call rosters is essential, alongside a commitment to teaching, clinical governance and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Essential Criteria

• Registration as a Specialist in Orthopaedic Surgery with AHPRA
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. Fellowship of the Australian Orthopaedic Association
• Training in management of complex orthopaedic trauma

What you'll do

• Effective clinical management of elective orthopaedic and trauma patients with a focus on joint replacements at John Hunter and Maitland Hospital
• Participation in the emergency roster and treatment of orthopaedic patients at the John Hunter Hospital and participation on the major trauma admitting roster
• Provide education to medical, nursing and allied health staff

About us

Hunter New England Local Health District is one of the largest local health districts in NSW, servicing a population of more than 970,000 across the Hunter, New England, and Lower Mid North Coast areas. John Hunter Hospital is a Level 6 tertiary referral, major trauma and teaching hospital and is the largest hospital in the district. Maitland Hospital is a modern, state-of-the-art facility providing a wide range of acute and specialist services to the growing Lower Hunter community. HNELHD has strong, innovative connections with the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute.

Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits

• John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

The lifestyle you've been craving

Whether you're after the buzz of a coastal city or the charm of a regional growing hub, Newcastle and Maitland offer an unbeatable lifestyle and career combination. Newcastle puts surf and city life right at your doorstep and is known for its stunning beaches, relaxed café culture and vibrant arts scene. Maitland is one of Australia's fastest growing regional areas, offering affordable living, great schools and easy access to the Hunter Valley and Sydney. Being only 35 minutes apart by car, you can enjoy the best of both worlds while balancing a rewarding career with a fulfilling lifestyle.

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Applications close: 11 December 2025

For more information about the role contact:

Dr David Gill – Clinical Director of Orthopaedic Surgery, John Hunter Hospital

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Dr Mac Nixion – Clinical Director of Orthopaedic Surgery, Maitland Hospital

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For application related enquiries contact: Sally Jordan – Senior Medical Recruitment Consultant

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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.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent and temporary appointments