Visiting Medical Officer - Sexual Assault (Quinquennium) - Liverpool Hospital - APPLY VIA eCREDENTIAL

South Western Sydney Local Health District

Requisition ID: REQ693319
Employment Type: Quinquennium, 0 Hours
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Position Classification: Visiting Medical Officer
Applications close: 11/10/26

Life at South Western Sydney Local Health District is rewarding, progressive and diverse and is always focused on achieving our Vision of Leading Care, Healthier Communities.

What You'll be doing

Provide clinical management, treatment, and forensic care of patients in SWSLHD Sexual Assault Services (based at Liverpool Hospital), under your care. This care will be provided within the scope of practice granted by the SWS LHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee. The position operates on-call, after-hours in 12 hour shifts.

Where You'll Be Working

Liverpool Hospital, founded in 1813, is the major health service for south-western Sydney, offering a wide range of state-wide services including critical care and trauma, neonatal intensive care, and brain injury rehabilitation. As a key teaching facility for UNSW Sydney and Western Sydney University, it provides extensive clinical services, including emergency care, cancer treatment, paediatrics, and mental health services. The hospital features 23 operating theatres and has a capacity for 877 beds.

The ongoing $830 million redevelopment as part of the Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct is transforming the hospital into a global hub for medical innovation. This redevelopment will expand clinical services, enhance research and teaching facilities, and introduce state-of-the-art equipment and amenities.

Working at Liverpool Hospital means being part of a forward-thinking, innovative team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. The hospital's commitment to education and research offers numerous opportunities for professional development and career progression.

The vibrant and supportive work environment, combined with the hospital's central location near public transport and local amenities, makes it an ideal place to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the community.

Requirements

• Current medical practitioner, registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia and Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and/or other specialist recognition as provided under the Health Insurance Act 1973.
• Demonstrated current clinical practice of a high standard in broad clinical areas including women's health, sexual health, child or adolescent health, care of the traumatised patient and ability to adapt clinical practice in accordance with contemporary evidence based best practice.
• Demonstrated competence in clinical forensic medicine in sexual assault or willingness to accept appropriate training and supervision in the Forensic aspects of Sexual assault Examinations as arranged by the Medical Director.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing self-education and development, including evidence of participation in continuing medical education / continuing professional development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including computer literacy Preparedness to participate in on-call service, including on-call rosters already existing or established.
• Demonstrated ability to comply with the service objectives of public health org, including the provision of services to local community, effective utilisation of resources, preparedness to participate in provision of health services at LHD level, if credentialed.
• Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with other staff and practitioners and in a multidisciplinary health care team.

More Than Just a Job - Why Work With Us?

• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
• One extra day off each month for full-time employees
• Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Grow Your Career
  • Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
• Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

• Temporary visa holders
  • May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
• All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• Child Safe Employment
  • South Western Sydney Local Health District 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 implementingthe 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.

• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact or mailto:-.
• We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
• Aboriginal Workforce
  • For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact mailto: . Support is also available through the Stepping Up website .

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