Career Medical Officer, Drug & Alcohol Services (Grade 1/2) - Various

This is a Targeted Aboriginal Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

Are you looking to make a difference?

Just the place to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most!

If you're passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at Justice Health NSW. Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.

Justice Health NSW is a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career.

The Role

The Career Medical Officer (CMO), under the supervision of specialist medical staff, is an integral part of the multidisciplinary health care team. The Drug & Alcohol CMO will provide high quality medical services to our patients to meet their health needs. The CMO will participate in a weekend and after hours on call roster.

The CMO, with supervision and support from Senior Medical Staff, will provide medical assessment and access to treatment programs for drug and alcohol dependent people in the Corrections setting.

Salary & Benefits 

Your salary As per the Public Hospital Career Medical Officers (State) Award 2023 is just the beginning. You’ll also have access to:

• Additional allowances and Salary Packaging benefits.
• Training, Education and Study Leave (TESL).
• Support from a passionate & enthusiastic management team.
• Genuine career progression & professional development opportunities.

Be part of a supportive environment where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes. With the provision of high-quality evidence-based health services, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues.

Our Team and Service

Justice Health NSW is a state-wide specialty health network within NSW Health.

We excel in patient-centred care across community, inpatient and custodial settings. We deliver healthier tomorrows and transform the lives of some of the most vulnerable adolescents and adults across NSW.

Justice Health NSW employs people from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability. We focus on your capability and your passion.