NNSWLHD Staff Specialist Rehabilitation Medicine, Maclean District Hospital (Apply via eCredential)
If appointed to a permanent staff specialist position you may be eligible for the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information, please contact NNSWLHD-WorkforceIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au or visit Careers Incentives Package
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Are you ready for a change to Clarence Health Service?
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: 28
Requisition ID: REQ642685
Remuneration as a Senior Specialist will be considered and is subject to CE Approval
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What you'll be doing
Participating in quality improvement activities as well as providing training and education to clinicians across multiple disciplines to achieve quality education and safe clinical practice.
Working collaboratively with the geriatric service to manage both rehabilitation and subacute medical patients.
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
With a population of approximately 51,300 the Clarence Valley has a well-established health care infrastructure and a strong network of community services to support your career needs. The Clarence River provides the lifeblood of this picturesque region, connecting the regional centre of Grafton with the historic township of Maclean and the stunning seaside towns of Iluka and Yamba.
Maclean District Hospital is a community level 3 rural facility within Clarence Health Service, providing care to over 1,700 inpatients annually. The hospital sees over 14500 Emergency presentations annually. Maclean District Hospital, Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation Unit is a 10-bed inpatient facility providing rehabilitation services to the Clarence Valley community. Patients in the Rehabilitation Unit are cared for by a multi-disciplinary team of medical, nursing and Allied Health practitioners including Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology and Social Work. The Rehabilitation Unit offers a fully equipped therapy gym, dining room, kitchen and courtyard garden for group activities and individual rehabilitation programs.
Whether you are looking for a relaxing tree-change, a family destination or an adventure, the Clarence Valley has something to suit every lifestyle. If you are a surfer, a bushwalker, a rower, foodie or gardener, the Clarence Valley has it all.
Visit Northern NSW Local Health District 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 Rehabilitation Physician, and/or specialist international medical graduate pathways
- Demonstrated recent clinical experience in Rehabilitation 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 Dr Harvey Lee, Director Medical Services at Email: harvey.lee@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 27 March 2026
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Enquiries about this position from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Candidates interested in this position must make their own enquiries and submit their own application.
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