Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a Clinical Nurse Educator for the John Hunter Hospital Emergency Department. This 32-hour-per-week temporary role focuses on developing staff capability, strengthening clinical practice and supporting high-quality patient care in a busy tertiary ED.

The role is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people and closes on 22 September 2026. You will lead education initiatives and collaborate with ED leadership to drive workforce

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant to lead paediatric asthma care at John Hunter Hospital. This part-time permanent role focuses on expert clinical practice, family-centred care and leadership within a multidisciplinary team.

You will mentor staff, drive service improvements, engage in research and translate best practice into daily care while delivering outreach to regional communities. Travel within Hunter New England is required.

Lead, Mentor and Make a Lasting Impact.

Lead, Mentor and Make a Lasting Impact.Remuneration: $143,574.55 - $146,512.21 p a + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time, 28hrs per week

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1

Requisition ID: REQ687944

Location: John Hunter Hospital

Closing Date: Tuesday, 22nd September 2026

Join the Paediatric Respiratory Service at John Hunter Children's Hospital, the major tertiary paediatric referral centre for Hunter New England. Our multidisciplinary team provides specialised care for infants, children and adolescents with complex respiratory and upper airway conditions, including asthma, Cystic Fibrosis, chronic lung disease, tracheostomies and complex airway disorders.

As the Clinical Nurse Consultant, you will provide expert clinical consultancy in paediatric asthma, combining advanced clinical practice with leadership, service development and collaborative care. You'll play a key role in improving health outcomes through culturally safe, family-centred care, with a strong commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families.

Make an Impact Beyond the Bedside

This is an opportunity to shape clinical practice while supporting the growth of others. You'll work alongside experienced medical, nursing and allied health professionals to deliver exceptional tertiary paediatric care. We're looking for an experienced paediatric nurse who is passionate about leadership, education and improving outcomes for children living with asthma.

In This Role You'll

• Provide expert clinical leadership in paediatric asthma care
• Mentor and support nursing and multidisciplinary staff
• Lead service improvement, innovation and evidence-based practice initiatives
• Contribute to research, education and the translation of best practice into care
• Deliver outreach services across Hunter New England to improve access for regional communities
• Build strong partnerships with patients, families and healthcare providers

You'll Bring

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA (Essential)
• Minimum 5 years' full-time equivalent post-registration experience (Essential)
• Postgraduate qualifications in Paediatric Nursing or Paediatric Asthma Nursing (or working towards)
• Demonstrated expertise in paediatric asthma nursing
• Excellent communication and collaborative leadership skills
• A commitment to evidence-based practice, research and continuous improvement
• The ability to travel throughout Hunter New England for outreach services

Grow Your Career with Us

• Monthly mentoring and service manager meetings
• Leadership development and career guidance
• Access to My Health Learning and HNE Health education programs
• Opportunities to attend forums, conferences and professional development
• A supportive environment to pursue further postgraduate study
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
• 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

For role related queries or questions contact Paul Widseth on

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
• Hunter New England Health 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.
• 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. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confiden
• 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

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Stepping Up Websiteis a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: This is a Category A position.Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance withNSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A 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. Connect with us onFacebookandLinkedIn!

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ315077 Requisition #

Employment Type: Visiting Medical Officer in General Practice - Armidale Rural Referral Hospital
Position Classification:Visiting Medical Officer
Remuneration: Sessional Visiting Medical Officer
Hours Per Week: Sessional shifts / Negotiable
Requisition ID:REQ315077

The Emergency Department of Armidale Rural ReferralHospital is seeking experienced General Practitioner Visiting Medical Officers to join its team of emergency medicine specialists.

You will deliver, as part of a small, dedicated team of emergency specialists, excellence in clinical care every patient, every time. You will promote seamless continuity ofcare between inpatient and outpatient services. You will provide inpatient and emergency department service to ensure optimal medical care to the patients of Armidale Rural Referral Hospital.

Armidale Rural Referral Hospital Armidale Hospital is a ninety nine bed facility providing a comprehensive range of services including acute medical and surgical services, obstetrics, paediatrics and a range of diagnostic and allied health services. A busy emergency department, a Level 3 Close Observation Unit, mental health unit and renal dialysis unit. The referral community of the area is 55,200. Adult Medical services include respiratory, cardiac, chemotherapy, renal and palliative care. Surgical services include general, orthopaedics, gynaecology, urology and ophthalmology. The hospital is a spacious, modern and well-equipped with the most recent development opening in 2019.

Enquiries : Cheryl Hayes, Senior Manager, Medical Administration, Rural and Regional Health Services -

A primary medical degree registrable with AHPRA and Fellowship of the Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, Australian College of Rural Remote Medicine and/or overseas trained specialist pathways, or nearing completion of Fellowship

Evidence of being a medical expert, demonstrated by recent and comprehensive experience in General Practice.

Completion or currently undertaking an Emergency Life Support course and skill/experience in Emergency Medicine.

Evidence of being a scholar, maintains medical professional development and has the ability to assist other staff, including trainees in the acquisition and development of knowledge.

Evidence of being a skilled communicator, including both oral and written skills, communicating with patients, students, other health professionals and the public.

Evidence of being a collaborator, including the ability to network and operate within an interdisciplinary framework and to work with other stakeholders in a variety of settings.

Evidence of being a manager, including ability to be flexible and cope with a changing health system, past leadership and management experience and previous safety and quality improvement activities.

Evidence of being a professional, including continued professional development, peer review and other forms of clinical governance.

Evidence of being an advocate, including contributions to improving individual and societal health.

For role related queries or questions contact Cheryl Hayes on

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

The Armidale Rural Referral Hospital, part of Hunter New England Local Health District, seeks experienced Visiting Medical Officers in General Practice to join its Emergency Department team. The role emphasizes delivering high quality clinical care, continuity of care across inpatient and outpatient services, and providing ED and inpatient services for the Armidale community.

Applicants should hold a registrable medical degree, be eligible for Fellowship with RACGP/ACRRM or equivalent overseas

Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 - Paediatric Respiratory

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ687995 Requisition #

Lead Change. Share Expertise. Improve Outcomes.

Remuneration:$149,408.12 - $152,392.73 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time, 38hrs per week

Position Classification:Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2

Requisition ID:REQ687995

Location: John Hunter Hospital

Closing Date:Tuesday 22nd September 2026

Bring Your Expertise to a Service Where You Can Influence Care

Take the next step in your clinical leadership career with the Paediatric Respiratory Service at John Hunter Children's Hospital.

As the Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2, you'll be recognised as a senior clinical leader within a specialist service supporting infants, children and young people with complex respiratory conditions across Hunter New England and surrounding regions.

Working within a highly experienced multidisciplinary team, you'll have the opportunity to influence clinical practice, strengthen models of care and contribute to the ongoing development of paediatric respiratory services.

Supported to Lead, Teach and Influence

This is more than an advanced clinical role. You'll help shape how care is delivered, support the development of other clinicians and contribute to the continued growth of a leading tertiary paediatric service.

You'll have the opportunity to

Provide specialist clinical advice and advanced care for complex paediatric respiratory conditions

Lead multidisciplinary care to deliver safe, evidence-based and family-centred outcomes

Lead the development and evaluation of clinical practices, policies and care pathways

Mentor and support nursing and multidisciplinary teams through education and clinical leadership

Drive research, quality improvement, innovation and service development

Build strong partnerships with families, healthcare providers and community services

Support outreach services across Hunter New England

Promote culturally safe and equitable care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families

To be successful, you'll have:

• Current Registered Nurse registration with AHPRA (Essential)
• At least 5 years' full-time equivalent post-registration experience in Paediatric Nursing (Essential)
• Postgraduate qualifications relevant to Paediatric Nursing or Paediatric Respiratory Nursing, or be working towards a relevant qualification
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in paediatric respiratory nursing
• Strong communication, consultation and negotiation skills
• A commitment to evidence-based practice, research and continuous improvement
• The ability to travel throughout HNE Local Health District to support outreach services

Your development matters to us. You'll have access to:

• Regular meetings and support from the Service Manager
• Mentoring and career guidance
• Support to attend relevant conferences, forums and professional development
• A supportive environment for further postgraduate study
• Monthly Day Off and
• 4 weeks annual leave
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

Hunter New England Health 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.

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. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confiden

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:

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

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit:

This is a Category A 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 A 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.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

Staff Specialist in General Paediatrics - Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ615783 Requisition #

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time / Permanent Part Time

Position Classification:Staff Specialist

Remuneration:186241 - 229825

Hours Per Week:Negotiable - Fractional Appointments considered

Requisition ID:REQ615783

Applications close: 30 September 2026

Staff Specialist - Paediatrics - Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital

Located on the land of Kamilaroi/Gomeroi/Gamillaray people, Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital, with 282 beds is the largest healthcare facility in NSW outside the Sydney-Wollongong-Newcastle metropolis.

Our Paediatric and Adolescent Inpatient Unit provides services to children in the New England, North West & Upper Hunter area and is the major referral centre for the northern sector of HNELHD. The Paediatric Unit has 18 beds with over 2600 admissions per year. Including orthopaedics, ophthalmology, dental, gastroenterology, endocrinology, oncology and mental health admissions. Our Paediatric outpatient clinic sees an approximate of 5000 patients annually. Visiting subspecialty outreach clinics from JHCH include Paediatric Surgery, Endocrinology, Neurology, Brain Injury, Respiratory/CF, Haematology-oncology, Cleft palate, Immunology, Rehabilitation, Neonatal follow up, Cardiac and Out of Home Care. We boast a strong experienced community allied health team providing developmental assessments and specialty clinics.

Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital also provides Level 3 Neonatal Services, supporting newborns delivered at our Level 4 maternity service. The paediatric team attends all high-risk deliveries and provides neonatal resuscitation, stabilisation, and ongoing care for infants born 32 weeks' gestation or 1500 g, as well as initial resuscitation and stabilisation for infants born unexpectedly below these thresholds prior to NETS retrieval. Our Special Care Nursery provides short-term CPAP, phototherapy, glucose stabilisation, sepsis management, feeding and growth support, temperature regulation, and transition care for infants returning from tertiary units. Neonatal care consistently represents more than half of our inpatient workload, making it a central and defining component of the paediatrician role. The service maintains close partnership with NETS and John Hunter Children's Hospital, . Candidates with combined general paediatrics and neonatal skills or interest are strongly encouraged to apply and will be instrumental in shaping the neonatal service development.

The Tamworth Region is renowned for its diversity and experiences. Where a rural lifestyle can be complimented by a thriving city experience. Located only 3 hours from coastal New South Wales and a quick 4 hour drive (or even faster flight) to Sydney, Tamworth is a place to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with a great place to raise children and make long term friends. Boasting a range of educational, career, sporting and recreational activities you can find out more about this beautiful region by visiting Destination Tamworth

• A primary medical degree registrable with AHPRA and Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP - General Paediatrics), and/or overseas trained specialist pathways.
• Evidence of being a medical expert, demonstrated by recent and comprehensive experience in General Paediatrics.
• Evidence of being a scholar, maintains medical professional development and has the ability to assist other staff, including trainees in the acquisition and development of knowledge.
• Evidence of being a skilled communicator, including both oral and written skills, communicating with patients, students, other health professionals and the public.
• Evidence of being a collaborator, including the ability to network and operate within an interdisciplinary framework and to work with other stakeholders in a variety of settings.
• Evidence of being a manager, including ability to be flexible and cope with a changing health system, past leadership and management experience and previous safety and quality improvement activities.
• Evidence of being a professional, including continued professional development, peer review and other forms of clinical governance.
• Evidence of being an advocate, including contributions to improving individual and societal health.

For role related queries or questions please contact

Dr Bridget Scott

Staff Specialist Paediatrician - Interim Head of Department

Email:

Cheryl Hayes

Senior Manager, Medical Administration Services Rural and Regional Health Services

Tamworth Regional Office - Bligh Street, Tamworth NSW 2340

Tel

Applications close: 30 September 2026

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

Hunter New England Local Health District invites applications for Staff Specialist in General Paediatrics at Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital. The role supports neonatal and paediatric inpatient services, with input into subspecialty outreach and outpatient care for the Northern NSW region.

Applicants should have FRACP in General Paediatrics or equivalent and experience in leadership and quality improvement within a paediatric setting.

Hunter New England Local Health District invites applications from eligible clinicians to join its Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) service. The VMO positions will travel across rural and regional NSW to support people who wish to access VAD.

Applicants will have completed or be prepared to undertake the training required to perform coordinating, consulting and administering roles under the NSW Voluntary Assisted Dying Act, with a focus on patient-centered care and collaboration across departments.

Hunter New England Local Health District invites applications for Career Medical Officers in Emergency Medicine and Anaesthesia at Armidale Rural Referral Hospital. These roles offer broad clinical exposure, working with multidisciplinary teams, and significant opportunities to develop a rewarding long-term career within a supportive rural hospital.

Armidale Rural Referral Hospital is a modern 99 bed facility serving over 55,000 people in the New England region.

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ583610 Requisition #

Employment Type: Visiting Medical Officer
Position Classification: Visiting Medical Officer
Remuneration: Sessional
Hours Per Week: Negotiable
Requisition ID:REQ583610

Visiting Medical Officer in Anaesthesia - Tamworth - Shape the Career and Lifestyle you Want

Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital and Tamara Private Hospital, Tamworth have partnered to offer a dynamic, newly refreshed Visiting Medical Officer Anaesthetist package that puts you in control. This unique dual-sector role delivers flexibility, professional support, and genuine career satisfaction from day one. Consultants enjoy exposure to a broad and rewarding range of surgical specialties across both the public and private sectors, including orthopaedics, general surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, urology, ENT, ophthalmology, paediatrics, endoscopy, vascular surgery and trauma. The varied caseload provides an excellent foundation for newly fellowed anaesthetists to consolidate their skills while developing areas of special interest.

For those keen to expand their expertise in regional anaesthesia, the role offers regular opportunities to perform ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve blocks and work alongside supportive surgical and anaesthetic colleagues who value contemporary regional techniques.

What You Can Expect:

Work seamlessly across both public and private hospitals from the start

Join a supportive, high-performing team:

15 experienced and collaborative consultants

1 Provisional Fellow

5 Registrars / Advanced Trainees

Enjoy a flexible 1-in-16 on-call model, with a second on-call roster option

Benefit from dedicated billing support and a 12-month education grant in your first year

Practice in well-resourced theatres equipped with the latest anaesthetic technology and evidence-based practices

All anaesthetists in our region contribute to both public and private hospitals, strengthening the cohesion of our anaesthetic community. This collaboration fosters a supportive, innovative, and safe work environment we are proud of.

Relocation Support to Make Your Move Easy
We'll help make your transition smooth with a comprehensive relocation package, including:

Up to $20,000 in relocation assistance

Access to a personal settlement concierge - your dedicated support for everything from finding a home and enrolling your children in school, to connecting utilities and settling in while you focus on work

About Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital
Tamworth Hospital is the major referral hospital serving the New England North West region of NSW, covering a population of approximately 175,000. With 348 treatment spaces, it is the largest healthcare facility in NSW outside Sydney, Wollongong, and Newcastle. The hospital features an 8-theatre operating complex and operates as a Level 3 regional trauma service - one of three trauma centres referring to John Hunter Hospital.

"You're not just doing bread-and-butter cases here. Tamworth Hospital has high-acuity Obstetrics, trauma, paediatrics, and ICU. It keeps you sharp, and you regularly use your full skill set." - Dr David Scott, Gastroenterologist, Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital

About Tamara Private Hospital
Tamara Private Hospital is a leading 45-bed regional hospital with state-of-the-art facilities and a diverse surgical workload. "I've had the privilege of working as an anaesthetist at Tamara Private Hospital for several years, and I can confidently say it's one of the best decisions I've made in my career. The role offers a diverse and exciting caseload, including orthopaedics, robotic surgery, ophthalmology, paediatric ENT, and dental anaesthesia. It's an ideal environment for anyone looking to expand their skills across a wide variety of specialties."- Dr Luke Anderson, Anaesthetist

Ready to take control of your career and lifestyle? Join us at Tamworth and make an impact across both public and private care.

For role related queries or questions contact
Cheryl Hayes, Senior Manager, Rural and Regional Health Services, HNELHD on
Dr Simon Ford, Director Anaesthesia, Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital on

• A primary medical degree registrable with AHPRA and Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways.
• Evidence of being a medical expert, demonstrated by recent and comprehensive experience in Anaesthesia
• Evidence of being a scholar, maintains medical professional development and has the ability to assist other staff, including trainees in the acquisition and development of knowledge.
• Evidence of being a skilled communicator, including both oral and written skills, communicating with patients, students, other health professionals and the public.
• Evidence of being a collaborator, including the ability to network and operate within an interdisciplinary framework and to work with other stakeholders in a variety of settings.
• Evidence of being a manager, including ability to be flexible and cope with a changing health system, past leadership and management experience and previous safety and quality improvement activities.
• Evidence of being a professional, including continued professional development, peer review and other forms of clinical governance.
• Evidence of being an advocate, including contributions to improving individual and societal health.

For role related queries or questions contact
Cheryl Hayes, Senior Manager, Rural and Regional Health Services, HNELHD on

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ683725 Requisition #

REQ683725
Post Graduate Fellow in Emergency Medicine (FACEM)
John Hunter Hospital, HNELHD - Newcastle NSW
Full time 1.0 FTE for 12 months
Immediate start option available

Shape the future of Emergency Medicine in one of Australia's leading tertiary trauma centres.

Join our Emergency Department at John Hunter Hospital, the major referral, trauma and teaching hospital for Northern NSW, and be part of an exciting new era in emergency care as we transition into the hospital's new Acute Care Building from October 2026.

This is an outstanding opportunity for Emergency Medicine trainees nearing Fellowship, newly qualified FACEMs, or experienced emergency clinicians seeking to broaden their expertise within a high-acuity tertiary environment.

• Post Graduate Fellow Applicants
• Doctors who:
  • Hold FACEM; or
  • Are eligible for FACEM within six months; or
  • Applicants who are approaching Fellowship but have not yet attained FACEM may also be considered for a Provisional Fellow or Senior Registrar appointment. Successful candidates may have the opportunity to transition to a Post Graduate Fellow position upon achieving Fellowship and meeting the relevant employment requirements.

• New Acute Care Building Opening October 2026
• Be part of a once-in-a-generation transformation of healthcare delivery, with state-of-the-art clinical facilities, enhanced patient flow, contemporary workspaces, and purpose-built environments designed to support excellence in emergency care and staff wellbeing.

• Work at the forefront of Emergency Medicine managing:
  • Major trauma presentations
  • Complex adult and paediatric emergencies
  • Critical care and resuscitation cases
  • Medical, surgical and specialty referrals
  • Behavioural health emergencies
  • Rare and highly complex presentations not routinely seen in smaller centres

As a teaching hospital, you'll work alongside experienced FACEMs, trainees, medical students and multidisciplinary teams in a collaborative learning environment that values knowledge sharing, mentorship and professional growth.

Opportunities include:

• Bedside and formal teaching
• Clinical supervision
• Quality improvement projects
• Research participation
• Leadership development
• Departmental education programs

• Coastal and beachside living
• Easy access to wineries, national parks and outdoor recreation
• Family-friendly communities
• Affordable living compared with major metropolitan centres
• Flexible rostering and strong consultant support

Post Graduate Fellows in Emergency Medicine provide high-quality patient-centred care across the full spectrum of emergency presentations while further developing the skills required to independently supervise a busy Emergency Department and practise as a specialist Emergency Physician.

• Manage undifferentiated presentations across all age groups
• Undertake advanced resuscitation, trauma and emergency procedures
• Work closely with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team
• Participate in teaching, research and quality improvement activities
• Develop leadership and supervision capabilities in a tertiary Emergency Department environment
• Receive ongoing support and mentorship from experienced FACEM clinicians

• Exposure to one of Australia's busiest and most diverse tertiary Emergency Departments
• State-of-the-art Acute Care facilities from October 2026
• Major trauma and tertiary referral case mix
• Strong education, research and quality improvement culture
• Teaching, mentorship and leadership opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support and supervision
• Collaborative, supportive and highly skilled clinical team
• Exceptional lifestyle and work-life balance in the Hunter region

Join Us - if you're looking for a role that combines clinical challenge, professional development, teaching opportunities and an outstanding lifestyle, we invite you to explore a career with Emergency Medicine at John Hunter Hospital.

Develop your expertise. Share your knowledge. Help shape the future of emergency care in one of Australia's leading tertiary referral and trauma centres.

Applications Close: 23 September 2026

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent & temporary PGF positions

Dr Helen Sambles, Director of Emergency Medicine, John Hunter Hospital

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Application Enquiries: Stacey Burbridge, HNELHD Senior Medical Recruitment E: Ph:

Agency applications are NOT accepted, thank you

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 (PD2022_030). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ689761

REQ689761
Visiting Medical Officer - General Practice (GP VMO)
Cessnock District Hospital
Flexible Appointment Options available from temp six months to 5-year quin
Guaranteed Minimum 10 Hours/Fortnight preferred or more

We're open to a range of appointment options; from a 6-month fixed-term commitment through to longer-term or permanent quinquennial appointments. Talk to us about the arrangement that best suits your lifestyle, career goals and work-life balance.

We are on the search for GP VMOs to join our highly regarded multidisciplinary team and become part of an exciting period of growth and transformation.

Whether you're looking for a regular commitment, a complementary hospital role alongside private practice, or a more flexible arrangement, we're keen to design a model that works for you.

Our preferred option is a guaranteed minimum 10 hours per fortnight, however zero-hour and sessional arrangements can also be negotiated. We encourage interested practitioners to have a conversation with Nanda our Director of Medical Services and Nicola our Acting Health Service Manager about what the role could look like for you, your career goals and your lifestyle aspirations.

Working with us, you'll find something increasingly rare in healthcare: a supportive, collegial environment where medical staff are genuinely valued and connected to the wider healthcare team.

• You'll work alongside an experienced and highly respected nursing workforce, approachable supportive senior leadership, dedicated operational management, and a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering outstanding patient-centred care.
• The hospital is built a strong culture of collaboration, where clinicians know each other by name and where support is readily available when needed.
• For GPs who enjoy hospital medicine, the role offers an ideal blend of autonomy and teamwork, allowing you to maintain broad clinical skills while being backed by extensive specialist networks across the district.

The NSW Government's $138 million Cessnock Hospital Redevelopment is transforming healthcare delivery across the Lower Hunter Valley and beyond, delivering a modern Acute Services Building expected to open in 2028.

The redevelopment will include:

• A significantly expanded Emergency Department
• New inpatient accommodation with modern single and double rooms
• Operating theatres and day surgery facilities
• Medical imaging services
• Modern pharmacy and sterilising services
• Enhanced virtual care capabilities
• Contemporary models of integrated care for chronic and complex patients
• Sustainable, future-focused infrastructure and expanded green spaces

Joining now provides a unique opportunity to contribute to both the current service and the future direction of healthcare in the region.

You'll have access to HNE Health's extensive clinical network, with strong links to:

• Maitland Hospital
• John Hunter Hospital
• John Hunter Children's Hospital
• Regional hospitals across Hunter New England

Specialist advice and support are available through established referral and consultation pathways, allowing you to confidently manage patients locally while ensuring access to higher levels of care when required. Emergency presentations and acute medical patients can be supported through well-established district-wide networks and virtual consultation services.

• This role offers the opportunity to provide essential care close to home for communities across the Cessnock region and surrounding rural localities.
• You will play an important role in ensuring equitable access to healthcare services for diverse communities, including Aboriginal communities, older residents, and patients who may otherwise need to travel significant distances for treatment.
• Working locally means helping people receive high-quality care while remaining connected to family, support networks and community.

Imagine finishing a shift and being minutes from:

• Australia's oldest and most renowned wine region
• Award-winning restaurants and cellar doors
• National parks, walking trails and outdoor adventure
• Family-friendly communities and excellent schools
• Affordable housing with room to grow
• Newcastle's beaches and harbour lifestyle
• Sydney within comfortable driving distance

Many of our clinicians choose to live locally, while others commute from Newcastle, Lake Macquarie or Maitland, enjoying the flexibility and lifestyle the region provides.

• Provide inpatient and emergency department medical services
• Participate in after-hours and on-call arrangements
• Manage acute medical presentations and emergencies
• Support continuity of care across inpatient and community settings
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and specialist colleagues
• Contribute to teaching, supervision and quality improvement activities
• Maintain a private general practice if desired

• Specialist Registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• FRACGP or FACRRM
• Recent broad-based experience in General Practice
• Emergency Life Support training completed or in progress
• Interest and experience in Emergency Medicine
• Ability to participate in after-hours and on-call arrangements

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.

We will be regularly reviewing applications and conducting interviews during and after this time.

Dr Nanda Kumar Sakaleshpura Chandrashekar, Director of Medical Services

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Application Enquiries: Stacey Burbridge, HNELHD Senior Medical Recruitment

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Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases - this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (PD2022_030). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle, NSW, is inviting applications for a Post Graduate Fellow in Emergency Medicine (FACEM) within the Hunter New England Local Health District. The role supports trainees nearing Fellowship, newly qualified FACEMs, or experienced emergency clinicians seeking to broaden expertise in a high-acuity tertiary setting.

Join a leading tertiary trauma centre transitioning into a new Acute Care Building from October 2026, with opportunities for teaching, research and

Hunter New England Local Health District invites qualified GP VMOs to join Cessnock Hospital, part of a growing rural health network in the Hunter Valley. Flexible appointments from six months to five years, with a minimum 10 hours per fortnight and negotiable zero-hour options.

You will provide inpatient and ED services, participate in after-hours work, and collaborate with a wide clinical network while maintaining ties to a private GP practice if desired.

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ683757 Requisition #

• REQ683757
• Career Medical Officer in Emergency Medicine
• Manning Base Hospital, Taree NSW
• Permanent part or full time opportunity
• Advertising closes 25 October 2026

Are you an experienced doctor who thrives in the fast-paced world of Emergency Medicine - but also dreams of a better work-life balance?

Join us at Manning Base Hospital in beautiful Taree, where you can make a real impact while enjoying the lifestyle perks of NSW's stunning Barrington Coast. We're looking for a confident, compassionate, and capable Career Medical Officer (CMO) to bring consistent, high-quality care to our Emergency Department, working closely with our Emergency Physicians and wider clinical team.

This is a hands on, dynamic role providing generalist emergency care to a diverse regional population. You'll be a key part of our ED team, coordinating patient care and ensuring the best possible outcomes in a supportive, collaborative environment.

• General Registration with AHPRA
• 3+ years postgraduate experience, with recent practice in Emergency Medicine
• A flexible, team-oriented attitude and commitment to rural health excellence

We're part of Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) - one of the largest health services in NSW, supporting over 900,000 people across a wide, beautiful region. We're also connected with the University of Newcastle and the Hunter Medical Research Institute, so you'll be part of a forward-thinking, innovative health network.

Uniquely Hunter New England Health is supported by a dedicated Senior Medical Recruitment Team and Medical Settlement Concierge Service, focused on making the transition to working in the district as seamless as possible. From initial enquiry and appointment through to onboarding, credentialing and relocation support, the team provides personalised assistance for clinicians and their families. This end to end approach ensures new medical staff and families, including furry family members, feel welcomed, well supported and able to settle quickly, so they can focus on delivering outstanding patient care and enjoying living in our district.

• Fitness Passport - discounted access to hundreds of gyms and pools
• Salary packaging - up to $9,000 in living expenses and $2,600 for meals and entertainment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - for you and your family
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with a wide range of professionals

Imagine clocking off your shift and heading straight to a golden beach, rainforest trail, or tranquil riverbank. Taree (Manning Valley ) sits in the heart of the Barrington Coast - a natural playground offering everything from whale watching and mountain biking to gourmet farmers' markets and water skiing. The lifestyle here is second to none, with great schools, friendly communities, and a climate that makes outdoor living a year-round option.

Dr Berenika Turchin, Clinical Director of Emergency Medicine, Manning Base Hospital
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Agency referrals will not be accepted for this position.

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.

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.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

Hunter New England Local Health District invites a Career Medical Officer to join the Manning Base Hospital Emergency Department in Taree, NSW. The role is hands-on, coordinating generalist emergency care within a dynamic ED team.

The successful candidate will have General Registration with AHPRA, 3+ years in Emergency Medicine, and a team oriented approach to rural health excellence. Recruitment supports include relocation and onboarding assistance.

Hunter New England Local Health District seeks a Visiting Medical Officer in Anaesthesia for Tamworth. The role offers exposure to both public and private theatres, with leadership opportunities and a focus on high-acuity cases.

The position emphasises regional anaesthesia development, ultrasound-guided nerve blocks, and collaboration with a supportive team. Relocation assistance and a 12-month education grant are available to the right candidate.