General Practitioner / ED VMO

Mediix; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible VMO engagement

Dedicated CPD time

Access to salary packaging

Employee benefits and wellbeing programs

Job summary

Mediix is seeking General Practitioners with Emergency Medicine experience for flexible Visiting Medical Officer roles in the Hunter Valley. This long-term opportunity allows you to build a career within a contemporary district hospital, working in a supportive environment with a collaborative senior medical team. You will have access to structured education, dedicated CPD time, and opportunities to contribute to leadership and governance while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle that the Hunter Valley offers.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent with current AHPRA registration.
• Fellowship of RACGP (FRACGP) or equivalent required.
• Experience or strong interest in Emergency Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Work as Visiting Medical Officers in a high-performing Emergency Department.
• Contribute to clinical decision-making and patient care pathways.
• Participate in leadership and teaching opportunities.

Skills

Emergency Medicine experience

Clinical decision-making

Teamwork

Leadership skills

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Fellowship of RACGP (FRACGP) or equivalent

Job description

Hunter Valley, NSW | Flexible VMO Opportunity

We are currently partnering with a modern regional hospital in the Hunter Valley to recruit General Practitioners with Emergency Medicine experience to join a high-performing Emergency Department as Visiting Medical Officers.

This is a great opportunity to build a long-term Emergency Medicine career within a large, contemporary district hospital (Tier 2 facility) with approximately 300+ beds, servicing a rapidly growing regional population.

Emergency Department Overview

• Sees approximately 150 patients per day, with around one-third paediatric presentations
• Maintains an admission rate of 20–22% across multiple specialties
• Acts as a referral hub for several surrounding rural hospitals
• Focuses strongly on patient flow, clinical decision‑making and safe care pathways
• Operates with a collaborative senior medical team and structured supervision model

You will work within a supportive and forward‑thinking environment with access to:

• Structured education and procedural development
• Dedicated non‑clinical time for CPD
• Opportunities to contribute to leadership, governance, research and teaching
• A 24/7 roster with progressive responsibility, including in‑charge shifts

Benefits

• Flexible VMO engagement with long‑term career development
• Dedicated CPD time and strong clinical supervision
• Supportive multidisciplinary team with excellent leadership
• Opportunities to develop into a senior ED clinician
• Access to salary packaging, employee benefits and wellbeing programs

Why Hunter Valley?

The Hunter Valley offers an exceptional lifestyle with a unique blend of rural charm and urban convenience. You’ll enjoy world‑renowned wineries, award‑winning restaurants and stunning countryside right on your doorstep. The region provides affordable housing, excellent schools and a strong sense of community, making it ideal for families. With Newcastle just a short drive away, you also have access to beaches, major infrastructure and an airport. It’s a perfect location for clinicians seeking a balanced lifestyle without compromising on career opportunities.

Requirements

• MBBS or equivalent with current AHPRA registration
• Fellowship of RACGP (FRACGP) or equivalent
• Experience or strong interest in Emergency Medicine
• Completion of, or willingness to undertake, Emergency Life Support training
• Commitment to clinical excellence, teamwork and ongoing professional development

For further information, please contact [e-mail].