NSW Government

Senior Resident Medical Officer

🔍 Ballina, Ballina District Hospital | Far North Coast

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Emergency Medicine
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Northern NSW Local Health District
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CAM29751 Requisition #

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (0.5 FTE)
Remuneration:  $94,521 - $127,827 (pro rata)
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: CAM29751
 



Senior Resident Medical Officer - Emergency Medicine
Ballina District Hospital


Apply now for an Emergency Medicine SRMO (PGY3+) position at Ballina District Hospital. The successful applicants will gain valuable experience in our hospital, working under the guidance of highly experienced senior clinicians. 

Please note this is a part-time 0.5 FTE opportunity, ideally with a commencement of 3 August 2026 (commencement date can be negotiated for the right candidate).

Education: We offer weekly education sessions, facilitated by Dr Martin Duffy (ACEM Educator of the year 2021), including simulation, clinical skills, case reviews, and buddy shifts with FACEM. SRMOs are supported by EMET Lismore Hub providing access to multiple workshops including paediatric emergencies, procedural skills, ultrasound and airway management. 

Career Progression: Following your SRMO year, you can progress to Emergency Medicine Training at Lismore Base Hospital. LBH is accredited for 36 months of training as a Trainee Stage 1-3, 6 months as Trainee Stage 4 (Lismore ED), and 3 months as Trainee Stage 4 (non-ED Medical Education). Our ED Registrar positions offer opportunities to rotate to ACEM accredited terms in Retrieval, Anaesthetics, ICU, Medical Education and Ultrasound.


Where you'll be working
Ballina Hospital is a local community, level 3 rural hospital providing essential care to thousands of patients every year. Services provided include Emergency, General Medicine, Aged Care & Rehabilitation and Surgery. The hospital undertakes over 860 surgical procedures and sees over 18,900 Emergency Department presentations annually. Ballina District Hospital is situated in the heart of Ballina, an idyllic coastal playground for lovers of water sports, outdoor adventuring, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Ballina District Hospital is a part of the Richmond Network which consists of Lismore Base Hospital, Ballina District Hospital and Casino & District Memorial Hospital, with several Multi-Purpose sites also included.  Lismore, Ballina and Casino Hospitals are affiliated teaching hospitals for medical students from the University of Newcastle, University of Sydney, University of Wollongong, University of Western Sydney and Bond University.

Our region encompasses World Heritage listed rainforests and the pristine beaches of Evans Head, Ballina, Lennox Head and Byron Bay. This area is blessed by year-round sun, a tropical climate and a short winter.  From lush hinterland villages, to Mount Warning, national parks, and sparkling beaches, the region is full of natural wonders and vibrant destinations all within a short drive from Lismore.

For more information about Northern NSW Local Health District Careers, please visit the following website: https://nnswlhd.health.nsw.gov.au/careers-and-training/medical-recruitment


What you'll be doing
 

The primary purpose of the Senior Resident Medical Officer (SRMO) in the Emergency Department is to provide clinical care, under appropriate supervision, to patients requiring emergency medical services in a complex clinical environment. This position will provide experience in a critical care environment and have responsibilities and opportunities for autonomous practice commensurate with the level of experience of the incumbent.
  1. Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role (please address these in your response).
  2. Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised environment.
  3. Adept ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with an understanding of the roles of the doctor and other members of the healthcare team.
  4. Adept written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, family members and others members of the health care team.
  5. Adept good organisational and time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.
  6. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
  7. Evidence of continuing professional development and commitment to self-education.



 

Need more information? 
  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact the JMO Recruitment Unit via NNSWLHD-LIS-JMORecruitment@health.nsw.gov.au 

Applications Close: 5, July 2026

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