Fixed Term (until 30 June 2027) Visiting Medical Officer - Department of Anaesthetics - Auburn Hospital | APPLY VIA ECREDENTIAL
Auburn Hospital
Fixed Term (Until 30 June 2027) Visiting Medical Officer - Anaesthetics
Western Sydney Local Health District
Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners for the above positions in the Western Sydney Local Health District. This position will be primarily located at Auburn Hospital within the Department of Anaesthesia.
Successful applicants will be expected to provide a full range of anaesthetic and acute pain services for a variety of surgical procedures including obstetrics and some paediatrics e.g. ENT procedures.
Appointees may be eligible for credentialing and privileging across all other facilities in the Western Sydney Local Health District.
Conditions of appointment are in accordance with the Health Services Act 1997 and Public Hospitals (Visiting Medical Officers Fee for Service Contracts) Determination 2014.
Applicants expecting to be awarded fellowship within 6 months are eligible to apply.
Conditions of appointment are in accordance with the Health Services Act 1997 and Public Hospitals (Visiting Medical Officers Sessional Contracts) Determination 2014.
Selection Criteria
1. Possess or be eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia and Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists or equivalent as provided for in the Health Insurance Act 1997. Must have Australian Citizenship or Permanent Australian Residency.
2. Sound clinical knowledge in Anaesthesia and acute management demonstrated through successful clinical practice in an environment appropriate to the requirements of the position.
3. Evidence of Continuing Medical Education and self-monitoring/audit practices that are commensurate with the Scope of Practice requirements of the position.
4. Demonstrated skills and attitudes appropriate for practice as a Senior Medical Practitioner including:
o High level interpersonal and communication skills.
o Demonstrated ability working within a multidisciplinary team.
o Experience and involvement in quality assurance activities and evidence-based best practice.
o Demonstrated commitment to teaching and supervision.
5. Familiarity with research concepts and commitment to support basic, applied or clinical research within the Department. Post-graduation higher degree holders are preferred.
Working With Children Check
Applicants must provide evidence of a Working with Children Check issued by the Office of Communities Commission for Children and Young People. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Commission for Children and Young People website: https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check
The Position Description can be located via e-credential, please refer to the link below.
To apply for this position, please complete an online application by clicking on the link below:
Applications must be received by 5pm before the advertised closing date.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 6 SEPTEMBER 2026
CONTACT
Name: Dr Alpha Tung
Phone: (02) 8759 3223
Email: Alpha.Tung@health.nsw.gov.au
Or
Name: Ilaisaane Maumalanga (Anaesthetics Secretary)
Phone: (02) 8759 3223
Email: Ilaisaane.Maumalanga@health.nsw.gov.au
If you are having any issues regarding your application via e-credential, please contact the Specialist Medical and Dental Recruitment Unit on (02) 8838 2094 or via e-mail: WSLHD-SMADR@health.nsw.gov.au
