At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a high-performing Emergency Department as a Visiting Medical Officer.
- Company: Modern regional hospital in the beautiful Hunter Valley.
- Benefits: Flexible VMO engagement, dedicated CPD time, and supportive team environment.
- Other info: Experience rural charm, urban convenience, and access to stunning countryside.
- Why this job: Build a rewarding career in Emergency Medicine while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
- Qualifications: MBBS or equivalent with AHPRA registration and interest in Emergency Medicine.
The predicted salary is between 141750 - 173250 $ per year.
We are currently partnering with a modern regional hospital in the Hunter Valley to recruit General Practitioners with Emergency Medicine experience to join a high-performing Emergency Department as Visiting Medical Officers. This is a great opportunity to build a long-term Emergency Medicine career within a large, contemporary district hospital (Tier 2 facility) with approximately 300+ beds, servicing a rapidly growing regional population.
Emergency Department Overview
- Sees approximately 150 patients per day, with around one-third paediatric presentations
- Maintains an admission rate of 20–22% across multiple specialties
- Acts as a referral hub for several surrounding rural hospitals
- Focuses strongly on patient flow, clinical decision‑making and safe care pathways
- Operates with a collaborative senior medical team and structured supervision model
You will work within a supportive and forward‑thinking environment with access to:
- Structured education and procedural development
- Dedicated non‑clinical time for CPD
- Opportunities to contribute to leadership, governance, research and teaching
- A 24/7 roster with progressive responsibility, including in‑charge shifts
Benefits
- Flexible VMO engagement with long‑term career development
- Dedicated CPD time and strong clinical supervision
- Supportive multidisciplinary team with excellent leadership
- Opportunities to develop into a senior ED clinician
- Access to salary packaging, employee benefits and wellbeing programs
Why Hunter Valley?
The Hunter Valley offers an exceptional lifestyle with a unique blend of rural charm and urban convenience. You’ll enjoy world‑renowned wineries, award‑winning restaurants and stunning countryside right on your doorstep. The region provides affordable housing, excellent schools and a strong sense of community, making it ideal for families. With Newcastle just a short drive away, you also have access to beaches, major infrastructure and an airport. It’s a perfect location for clinicians seeking a balanced lifestyle without compromising on career opportunities.
Requirements
- MBBS or equivalent with current AHPRA registration
- Fellowship of RACGP (FRACGP) or equivalent
- Experience or strong interest in Emergency Medicine
- Completion of, or willingness to undertake, Emergency Life Support training
- Commitment to clinical excellence, teamwork and ongoing professional development
General Practitioner employer: Medii
Mediix is an exceptional employer for Speech Pathologists in Adelaide, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises clinical practice over administrative burdens. With a focus on professional growth through structured supervision and a clear career pathway, employees enjoy genuine flexibility in their work arrangements, making it an ideal environment for those passionate about paediatric care.
