Visiting Medical Officer in Ophthalmology

4 days ago

New Lambton, New South Wales, Australia Hunter New England Health Full time $180,000 - $250,000 per year

REQ601033

Visiting Medical Officer in Ophthalmology

John Hunter Hospital (Commencing 1 January

John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle, NSW is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for the role of Visiting Medical Officer in Ophthalmology. The appointed specialist will provide comprehensive general/specialist ophthalmology services to patients within the Hunter New England Local Health District.

Essential Criteria:

  • Hold a primary medical degree registrable with AHPRA and Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology and/or overseas trained specialist pathways
  • Provide management of elective and emergency patients for ophthalmology at John Hunter Hospital, Kurri Kurri District Hospital, Belmont District Hospital and other facilities as needed
  • Participate in on call schedules as determined by departmental needs
  • Provide support and training to clinicians across multiple disciples to achieve quality education and safe practice

About us:

Hunter New England Local Health District is one of largest local health district in NSW which services a population of more than 900,000 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 Hunter New England Local Health District. 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:

From scrubs to sand in 20 minutes - Newcastle offers the perfect mix of professional impact and personal wellbeing. Whether it's surf, wine country, coastal walks or community life you're after, you'll find it here. Come for the job, stay for the lifestyle.

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

Applications Close: 21 September 2025

For more information about the role contact: Dr Anthony Hall – Clinical Director of Ophthalmology, John Hunter 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.

Agency applications are not accepted at this time.

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