Temporary Visiting Medical Officer in Emergency Medicine -(Gosford Hospital) - CCLHD - Apply via eCredential
Employment Type: Visiting Medical Officer
Position Classification: Visiting Medical Officer
Remuneration: As per the Determination
Requisition ID: REQ208178
Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners eligible for registration in New South Wales for the above position within the Department of Emergency Medicine based at Gosford Hospital, though should the service requirements change the candidate may be required to work from other hospitals within the Central Coast Local Health District CCLHD.
This is a temporary position for up to 12 months.
Applicants should be a Fellow of the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine and / or other specialist recognition as provided for in the Visiting Medial Officer Determination. Applicants expecting to be awarded their fellowship within three months may be considered. If successful the applicant will not be subsequently eligible to commence their appointment until the relevant qualifications and requirements are formally completed.
Central Coast is comprised of the twin areas of Gosford and Wyong, positioned between Sydney and Newcastle, which are collectively expected to grow from the current approximate 300,000 to 450,000 population before 2030. The Local Health District has strong connections with both Royal North Shore Hospital and the University of Newcastle.
This position has obligations to Gosford Hospital under Sessional arrangements. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Visiting Medical Officer Determination.
For enquiries about the position please contact Dr Robbie McMahon, Head of Department of Emergency Medicine Gosford Hospital, phone (02) 4320 3569 or email CCLHD-MWEUSMW@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications are accepted via credential ONLY.
To apply click here and follow the Registration/Login process, Create/Update your Clinician Profile and complete the Application and Selection Criteria questions. If you experience difficulties applying please contact Senior Medical Workforce Unit on 4320 3009.
The Health Service is committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity. Successful applicants are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct. Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicants. Employment is subject to having current immunity status that complies with the Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases. Salary Packaging is available to enhance benefits.
Please Note: NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘Fit2Work badge’ offered as an option in eCredential.
Applications will not be accepted via agencies.
- Medical Practitioner registered or able to be registered in Australia, inclusive of an unrestricted 19AB exempted provider number.
- Recognised specialist qualifications, Fellow of the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine and / or other equivalent specialist recognition. Applicants expecting to be awarded their fellowship within three months may be considered. If successful the applicant will not be subsequently eligibile to commence their appointment until the relevant qualifications and requirements are formally completed.
- Appropriate experience to practice as a Senior Medical Practitioner in Emergency Medicine.
- Ability to work constructively and effectively in a Multidisciplinary team environment, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
- Demonstrated willingness and ability to lead and supervise medical and surgical trainees, residents and medical students; eg experience in teaching the management of the deteriorating patient would be advantageous.
- Demonstrated interest in quality improvement methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to competently complete core critical care procedures required for the practice of Emergency Medicine.
- Demonstrated commitment to Caring for the Coast vision, goals and strategies, with demonstrated behaviours which align to the NSW CORE values and CCLHD Values and Behaviours charter.
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Applications Close: 11 November 2025
