Staff Specialist/Visiting Medical Officer - General Medicine - Gastroenterologist/Hepatology – Bathurst

Western NSW Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply for our advertised positions.

About the opportunity

The Staff Specialist in Gastroenterology and General Medicine will provide comprehensive specialist medical services at Bathurst Health Services, Western NSW Local Health District. The role encompasses inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology and hepatology care, diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, general medical inpatient management and consultation services, as well as outreach services to regional facilities as required. The successful applicant will contribute to the ongoing development of gastroenterology services, including multidisciplinary clinics, clinical meetings and endoscopy capability. They will participate in a 1-in-8 General Medicine on-call roster and provide clinical leadership, supervision and education to registrars, junior medical officers and medical students, supporting Bathurst Health Services’ accredited Basic Physician Training program. The position also involves participation in clinical governance, quality improvement, audit, service planning and professional development activities to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based patient care. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and senior medical colleagues to strengthen specialist services and improve health outcomes for the Bathurst and wider Central West community.

What we can offer you

• Salary consistent with the Staff specialists award including superannuation, and access to salary packaging.
• Relocation and accommodation assistance.
• Contemporary, well equipped work environments.
• Flexible work/life balance.
• Attractive Salary Package, up to 5 weeks Annual Leave with 4 weeks leave including 17.5% leave loading; 5 weeks per year Training Education and Study Leave (TESL), and 10 days paid sick leave per year (dependent on classification).
• Dynamic team environment.
• Country living with a meaningful career path.
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport.

Where you'll be working

You will be based at Bathurst Health Service, a part of the Western NSW Local Health District. For more information on living and working in our beautiful region, visit our website Western NSW Health Careers.

The General Medicine and Gastroenterology Department at Bathurst Health Services provides comprehensive specialist medical care to patients across Bathurst and the surrounding Central West region of New South Wales. The department is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centred care while supporting the ongoing development of specialist services for regional communities. The General Medicine service provides care for patients with a broad range of acute and complex medical conditions, including inpatient management, specialist consultations and ongoing clinical assessment. The team works collaboratively with other medical specialties, nursing staff and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated, evidence-based care and positive patient outcomes.

The department supports an active Basic Physician Training program, providing opportunities for registrars, junior medical officers and medical students to develop their clinical knowledge and skills through supervised practice, teaching and participation in clinical meetings and educational activities.

Gastroenterology and Hepatology

The Gastroenterology service provides inpatient and outpatient care for patients with gastrointestinal and liver conditions. Services include diagnostic and therapeutic upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and colonoscopy, alongside the ongoing development of gastroenterology and hepatology services, multidisciplinary clinics and clinical meetings. The successful integration of gastroenterology and general medical services provides opportunities to strengthen specialist care, improve access to investigations and treatment, and support continuity of care for patients across the region. Outreach services to surrounding facilities also contribute to improving access to specialist assessment and management for regional communities.

Education, Research and Professional Development

The department values clinical education, mentorship and continuous improvement. Specialists contribute to the supervision and training of junior medical staff, support the maintenance of physician training accreditation, and participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, morbidity and mortality meetings, and broader clinical governance activities. Partnerships with Western Sydney University and Charles Sturt University provide opportunities to contribute to medical student education, teaching and research.

Join Our Team

Bathurst Health Services offers specialists the opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of regional medical services within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. The General Medicine and Gastroenterology Department provides a varied and rewarding clinical role, combining specialist gastroenterology practice, general medical responsibilities, procedural services, medical education and service development. For a specialist seeking to make a meaningful contribution to regional healthcare while enjoying the lifestyle and community benefits of living in Bathurst, this role offers the opportunity to develop services, support future medical professionals and improve health outcomes for patients across the Central West.

Selection Criteria

• Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team.
• Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement.
• Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time.
• Fellowship of the applicable College.
• Recognition of endoscopic training in gastroscopy and colonoscopy through the GESA Conjoint Committee for the Recognition of Training in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (CCRTGE).

Note: As per NSW Ministry of Health Information Bulletin IB2026_010, to be engaged as a Visiting Medical Officer within NSW Health, you are required to hold a valid Australian Business Number (ABN) as either an Individual Sole Trader or a Practice Company (no Trust Accounts) and be registered for Goods and Services Tax (GST).

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases

If you are applying for a Category A position, please read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2026_004. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy.

Stepping Up – Close the Gap

The Aboriginal Employment Strategy (AES) is working in partnership with the Western NSW Local Health District to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants wishing to apply for this role. For more information please contact the AES recruitment team.

Working Visas

Applicants holding a visa with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment where no suitable applicant for permanent appointment is identified.