Clinical Forensic Medicine Career Medical Officer

3 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia ACT Government Full time $176,425 - $209,516 per year

Description

'Creating exceptional health care together.'

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Clinical Forensic Medicine Career Medical Officer

Employment Type: Permanent, full time. Permanent, part time. Temporary 6-12 months with possibility of extension and / or permanency. Casual.

Classification: Career Medical Officer

Salary: $176,425 - $209,516 (pa)

Location: Canberra Hospital, Garran ACT

Section: Medicine

Closing Date: 14 September 2025

Please note: Applications with affiliation to a recruitment agency will not be considered

What can we offer you:

  • City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in Canberra
  • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital
  • Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions
  • 12% Superannuation
  • Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates
  • Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).

To find out more on what a career at CHS can give you, the benefits of working with us and why Canberra is Australia's happiest city click here: Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services

About the role:

This position is for an ASAP commencement. To be eligible to apply for this position you must be PGY3+.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding regions. More information can be found on the CHS website.

Medical Staff in the Canberra Health Services enjoy excellent conditions, and our Enterprise Agreement is available at: ACTPS Medical Practitioners Enterprise Agreement

The CHS Division of Medicine provides a range of medical specialties and allied health services. A strong emphasis is placed across all sections on accessible and timely care, delivered to a high standard of safety and quality. This is underpinned by the Division's commitment to research and training. The Division works in partnership with professional colleagues, consumers, and a range of government and non-government service providers to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.

Clinical Forensic Medical Services (CFMS) is a locally based well established clinical service that provides forensic medical care to patients from the ACT and surrounding areas. CFMS comprises of Clinical Forensics ACT (CFACT), a contracted medical service to the AFP, Forensic and Medical Sexual Assault Care (FAMSAC), the ACT Health based sexual assault service, and Fitness To Drive Medical Clinic (FTDMC). CFMS is a medical unit within Canberra Health Services, with requirements and support for ongoing professional development of all staff.

Under the direction of the CFMS Medical Director, the Forensic Medical Officer role is responsible for the provision of a comprehensive range of medical forensic care services for individuals affected by sexual assault and/or domestic violence, persons in custody, police officers, and assessing a patient's medical ability and/or capacity to drive within the Medical Standards for Licensing and Clinical Management Guidelines.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidates will be required to:

  • Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check
  • Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy

For more information regarding the position details click here for the position description.

How to apply or want to know more?

Applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment system and must include:

  • A copy of a current resumé.
  • A response to the selection criteria under "what you require" in no more than two pages, outlining your skills, knowledge and experience and why you should be considered for this role.
  • Two referee reports. At least one from a current supervisor. You can download the referee report template here

CHS Contact: Dr Amanda Barry, Director Clinical Forensic Medicine.

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Job: Junior Medical Officers

Salary Range: 176, ,516.00

Closing Date: 14/Sep/2025, 8:59:00 AM



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