NNSWLHD Staff Specialist in Geriatric Medicine - Richmond Network (Lismore, Ballina, Casino) (Apply via eCredential)
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Working with Northern NSW Local Health District, you can play a part in delivering quality care to our region.
Our health service values the essential role our staff play in delivering innovative ways to respond to the health needs of our patients and clients.
Our staff live and work in some of Australia’s most sought-after destinations, where work/life balance is not a buzzword, it’s a reality!
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Remuneration: $278,355 to $376,068 per annum full time equivalent depending on experience
Hours Per Week: Up to 28 hours per week
Requisition ID: REQ640603
Remuneration as a Senior Specialist will be considered and is subject to CE Approval
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The Opportunity
NNSWLHD Richmond Network is seeking a FRACP accredited specialist in Geriatric Medicine to take on the role of Permanent Part-Time Staff Specialist Geriatrician. This role provides high-quality specialist medical care to older persons presenting to Lismore Base Hospital and across Northern NSW Local Health District. The role is actively involved in the development, enhancement, and integration of Geriatric Services across the district, supporting contemporary, patient-centered models of care.
Geriatrics services from Lismore Base Hospital currently involves the inpatient care for orthogeriatrics and psychogeriatrics and provides consultative services for dementia and delirium across the Richmond Network. Outpatient services involve regular Aged Care Clinics and residential in reach for behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia.
The position will contribute to inpatient consultative services, outpatient clinics, and supports development of community-based and multidisciplinary models of care in the local region
What you'll be doing
Provide clinical leadership, participate in quality improvement activities and provide training and education to clinicians across multiple disciplines to achieve quality education and safe clinical practice.
Why you should consider applying
We can offer you:
- Diverse career pathways
- Professional and personal development
- Help with further study and education
- Flexible and supportive work environment
- Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce
- Challenging, inspiring and rewarding roles, and
- The opportunity to make a difference!
As a Staff Specialist you may benefit from potential tax savings by salary packaging living expenses, vehicle leasing, meal entertainment and relocation costs
Where you'll be working
Lismore Base Hospital is a regional referral, Level 5 base hospital providing a wide range of health services to residents in Northern NSW.
Lismore and other NNSWLHD Hospitals and facilities are located in an area also known as the Rainbow Region, this area is blessed with stunning waterfalls, fertile farming land, artistic villages and relaxed seaside communities. Close to the Ballina & Byron Shires which include some of Australia’s most famous surf breaks and holiday destinations, while the hinterland is rich with vibrant communities and mouth-watering local produce. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing tree-change, a family destination or an adventure, the Richmond Region has something to suit every lifestyle.
Visit Northern NSW Local Health District for more information on living and working in this area for more information on living and working in this area
Northern NSW Local Health District embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.
NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably. For help with your application to this role visit NSW Government – Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.
Please note, to apply for this position you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see Australian Government – Department of Home Affairs
A current valid NSW Working with Children Check is a requirement of this position. Visit NSW Government – Office of the Children’s Guardian for more information.
- Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist Geriatrician, and/or specialist international medical graduate pathways
- Demonstrated recent clinical experience in Geriatric Medicine at the role delineation of the service
- 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
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Lismore Medical Administration at Email: NNSWLHD-LIS-SMOManager@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 27 March 2026
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