Career Medical Officer

An exceptional opportunity exists for two (2) Career Medical Officers to join an established General Medicine service within a major, newly transformed Regional NSW referral hospital. Commencing early 2027 (or earlier by negotiation), these 2-year fixed-term contracts offer the rare combination of senior clinical responsibility, broad inpatient medicine exposure, long-term career stability, and ongoing support from an experienced physician-led team. This is an ideal opportunity for doctors seeking a position that combines clinical autonomy with specialist support, whilst enjoying the lifestyle benefits and affordability of a thriving, well-established regional centre. Dual applications from medical couples or colleagues looking to relocate together are highly welcomed.

• Two (2) positions available: on 2-year fixed-term contracts (commencing early 2027).
• Attractive salary package: plus generous salary packaging benefits.
• Brand-New Workspace: Walk into a newly opened $250 million state-of-the-art clinical facility.
• Premium Relocation Support: Complimentary off-site accommodation on arrival, plus a dedicated transition team to assist with long-term housing, schooling, and family community integration.

The successful applicant will provide high-level medical care across inpatient services, including assessment, investigation, ongoing management, discharge planning and coordination of care for admitted patients. Working closely with Specialist Physicians and multidisciplinary teams, you will play an important role in delivering safe, patient-centred care across a broad General Medicine caseload. This position offers significant clinical variety and the opportunity to further develop leadership, supervision and teaching experience while maintaining a high degree of clinical independence. Doctors with an interest in long-term career progression and professional development will be well suited to this role.

The General Medicine service manages a broad spectrum of acute and chronic medical conditions and forms a key part of healthcare delivery across a large regional catchment. Doctors joining the department will work in a world-class environment following a massive infrastructure overhaul:

• The New Ambulatory Care Hub: Streamlining complex chronic disease management and outpatient care on a brand-new, modern floor.
• Next-Gen On-Site Diagnostics: Fully upgraded pathology laboratories utilizing digital morphology scanners and a modernized medical imaging department featuring new CT and nuclear medicine services.
• Automated Clinical Logistics: Work in a forward-thinking facility equipped with an automated pneumatic tube transport network connecting clinical floors directly to pharmacy and pathology to optimize your daily ward workflows.

A standout feature of this opportunity is access to an experienced network of Specialist Physicians and Visiting Medical Officers whose expertise spans General Medicine, Cardiology, Respiratory Medicine, Intensive Care and Endocrinology. Doctors benefit from ongoing specialist oversight, clinical collaboration, mentorship and professional development opportunities that are uncommon in many regional settings. The service is supported by clinicians with significant experience across leading Australian tertiary hospitals, specialist services, university teaching appointments and medical education programs. Training is bolstered by a brand-new, dedicated on-site learning, development, and research facility, providing an exceptional environment for ongoing clinical growth.

We understand that relocating is a major milestone. To ensure a seamless transition, a dedicated support framework is provided from day one:

• Immediate Peace of Mind: Complimentary off-site accommodation is provided upon your arrival so you can settle in immediately without stress.
• Personalised Concierge Team: A dedicated welcome team will assist you with getting oriented in the region and finding long-term rental or purchasing options.
• Total Family Integration: For those moving with families, our team provides hands-on assistance with school registrations, childcare placements, and connecting your spouse or partner to local professional, sporting, and social networks.

Located in a sun-drenched, highly prosperous agricultural oasis in South-Western New South Wales, this region is celebrated as one of Australia’s premier food and wine capitals. Offering a stunning, warm Mediterranean-style climate, it provides a spectacular, vibrant setting to build a life.

• World-Class Culinary Scene: Swap metropolitan crowds for a thriving local culture packed with award-winning boutique wineries, legendary cellar doors, artisanal food producers, and exceptional restaurants.
• Unbeatable Liveability: Enjoy a luxurious, relaxed pace of life with short, traffic-free commutes and highly affordable housing options that allow you to secure your dream home on substantial land.
• A Paradise for Active Lifestyles: With a stunning climate defined by long, sunny days, the region is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering premium golfing facilities, scenic riverways, water sports, and cycling trails.
• Vibrant, Cosmopolitan Community: This is a dynamic, multicultural regional city boasting a rich heritage, fantastic local festivals, a buzzing café culture, and premium sporting facilities.
• Effortless Connectivity: Enjoy the peace of regional living without feeling isolated, with daily commercial flights connecting the region to major Australian capital cities.

The region is an outstanding destination for families, offering children a safe upbringing paired with first-class educational opportunities.

• Elite Independent & Private Schools: Access highly regarded private K-12 campuses and independent colleges known for academic excellence, music and arts.
• Robust Public Education Pathways: The area offers high-quality public primary and secondary schools, including selective streams and advanced academic programs.
• Stress-Free Childcare & Early Learning: Excellent availability at modern and well-regarded early learning and childcare centres.
• Extensive Extracurricular & Youth Sports: Access to sporting clubs, swimming programs, performing arts opportunities and a broad range of youth activities.

To be successful in this role you must have an MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA). Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Proven in-charge experience. Proven reliability in working within your personal level of expertise and seeking assistance when required from senior staff. Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to relate positively and appropriately with patients and others. High level of motivation and professional collegiality towards peers and the wider healthcare team.