O&G Staff Specialist - Bowral & District Hospital - 0.5 FTE (Apply via eCredential)

For role related queries or questions contact Dylan Pomroyon 248610256or via email on dylan.pomroy@health.nsw.gov.au 

About The Opportunity  
Bowral Hospital is offering an exciting Staff Specialist opportunity for an experienced Obstetrician & Gynaecologist to play a key role in delivering high-quality care to the Southern Highlands community. In this role, you will provide contemporary, evidence-based Obstetric and Gynaecological services across inpatient, ambulatory and on-call settings. 

You will contribute to the delivery of safe, patient-centred care through effective clinical assessment, management and documentation, while supporting multidisciplinary collaboration and continuity of care. You will actively participate in clinical governance activities including quality improvement, peer review, patient safety initiatives, accreditation processes and compliance with National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards. 

The successful applicant will also contribute to the education, supervision and mentorship of junior medical officers and medical students, supporting training programs aligned with NSW Health, SWSLHD and HETI requirements. This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative team, contribute to service development and innovation, and make a meaningful impact on Women's Health services within a growing regional community.

What You'll Be Doing

Provide clinical management and treatment of patients in a SWSLHD facility under your care. This care will be provided within the clinical privileges granted by the CE on the advice of the SWSLHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee.
Bowral provides pregnancy and birthing care for approximately 550 women a year as a Level 3 Maternity service. We have strong links with Campbelltown and Liverpool Hospitals for onward referral where complexity exists. We also run an outpatient gynaecology service, providing minor procedures, colposcopy, family planning and termination services, with access to operating theatres providing laparoscopic procedures up RANZCOG level 4. 

Where You'll Be Working

Bowral & District Hospital is located in the picturesque Southern Highlands of New South Wales, offering an enviable lifestyle that combines rural charm with modern amenities. The region is renowned for its vibrant villages, award-winning wineries, excellent schools and easy access to both Sydney and Canberra.

As part of South Western Sydney Local Health District, Bowral Hospital maintains strong clinical and professional links with tertiary referral centres at Campbelltown and Liverpool Hospitals. Originally established in 1889, Bowral Hospital has recently undergone significant redevelopment. The first stage of the $123 million redevelopment was completed in December 2020 and delivered a state-of-the-art Clinical Services Building featuring a contemporary Emergency Department, new operating theatres and modern inpatient facilities. 

More recently, a purpose-built Outpatients Department has been completed, with a dedicated Aboriginal Yarning Circle soon to open, further supporting culturally safe and inclusive healthcare for patients, families and the wider community. Life at South Western Sydney Local Health District Life at South Western Sydney Local Health District is rewarding, progressive and diverse, with a strong focus on achieving our vision of Leading Care, Healthier Communities. 

We are committed to delivering exceptional healthcare while supporting our staff through professional development opportunities, collaboration, innovation and a positive workplace culture.
 

How to Apply  
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.  

1. Current medical practitioner registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia and a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG), and/or other specialist recognition as provided under the Staff Specialists (State) Award. Applicants must be eligible for Medical Indemnity Coverage (Levels 2-5). Applications are also welcomed from candidates eligible for the Expedited Specialist Pathway who obtained their specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology qualification in the United Kingdom or Ireland and are able to meet the supervised practice requirements of that pathway. 

2. Demonstrated current clinical practice of a high standard and ability to adapt clinical practice in accordance with contemporary evidence based best practice 

3. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management 

4. Demonstrated participation in teaching and training at undergraduate and/or post graduate level, including supervision of junior medical staff 

5. Demonstrated commitment to continuing self-education and development, including evidence of participation in continuing medical education/ continuing professional development 

6. Demonstrated ability to comply with the service objectives of a public health organisation, including the provision of services to the local community, effective utilisation of resources, and preparedness to participate in the provision of health services at an LHD level 

7. Preparedness to participate in a hospital, service or LHD on-call roster 

8. Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with other staff and practitioners and in a multidisciplinary healthcare team 
 

Need more information?
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact mailto:SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.auSWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au or mailto:SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.auSWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au.
• We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

•   Aboriginal Workforce
  • For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact mailto:SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au . Support is also available through the https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/Pages/Home.aspx Stepping Up website .

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us? 

• Financial Perks
  • 12% superannuation
  • Salary packaging and novated leasing via https://nswhealth.smartsalary.com.au/Smart Salary
  • Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
  • One extra day off each month for full-time employees
• Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Grow Your Career
  • Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated https://www.swslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/eods/ Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
• Health & Wellbeing
  • Discounted gym membership through https://cloudflare.fitnesspassport.com.au/ Fitness Passport
  • Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
  • Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information  

• Temporary visa holders
  • May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
• Vaccination Requirements
  • All staff must meet NSW https://www1.health.nsw.gov.au/pds/Pages/doc.aspx?dn=PD2024_015 Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• Child Safe Employment
  • South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-schemeChild Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.