Mlhd - Ss/Vmo - Obstetrics & Gynaecology - Griffith Base Hospital (Apply Via Ecredential)

NSW Health; Griffith; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Car leases

Fitness Passport

Education & training support

EAP / wellbeing programs

Job summary

NSW Health’s Murrumbidgee Local Health District is recruiting a Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer in Obstetrics & Gynecology, based at Griffith Base Hospital. You will deliver contemporary obstetric and gynecological care across inpatient, outpatient, surgical and on‑call settings.

The role offers ongoing opportunities within a supportive NSW Health network in a regional setting, with on‑call duties, teaching responsibilities and a focus on quality improvement and patient‑centred care.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynecology, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways recognised by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
• Demonstrated recent clinical experience in Obstetrics & Gynecology with substantial experience in gynecological surgery.
• Availability to participate in an on‑call roster and respond on site within a reasonable time.

Responsibilities

• Deliver contemporary, comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care across inpatient, outpatient, surgical and on‑call settings.
• Provide high‑quality obstetric and gynecological services to optimise patient safety and outcomes.
• Supervise, teach and mentor junior medical officers, GP Obstetricians and other clinical staff.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, patient‑centred care.
• Engage in clinical governance, audits, risk management and quality improvement initiatives.
• Utilise clinical information systems to support informed clinical decision‑making.

Job description

MLHD - SS/VMO - Obstetrics & Gynaecology - Griffith Base Hospital (Apply via eCredential)

Requisition ID:REQ647377
Position Classification:Staff Specialist | Visiting Medical Officer(VMO)Sessional
Employment Type:Permanent / Full Time / Part Time / Contract
Location: Griffith Base Hospital
Remuneration(Award Based): Staff Specialist (State) Award or Visiting Medical Officer (State) Award, Sessional
FTE/ HoursPer Week:Up to 40hrs per week
Applications Close: This is a rolling campaign; suitable applicants will be shortlisted and appointed as applications are received

Staff Specialist / Visiting Medical Officer
Obstetrics & Gynaecology - Griffith Base Hospital

Be Part of Our Team: Deliver High-Quality Women's Health Care in Regional NSW

About us

TheMurrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD)offers medical clinicians the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic, highly supportive regional health network. With more than5,000 dedicated staff working across 33 public hospitals-including two major Base Hospitals, eight Acute Community Hospitals, and 16 Multi-Purpose Services-MLHD is a progressive organisation known for innovation, compassion, and excellence in patient care.

Serving a diverse population of approximately 245,000 people across 125,561 square kilometres, MLHD provides clinicians with unparalleled scope to expand their clinical practice, manage a wide variety of presentations, andmake meaningful impacts in both small rural communities and larger regional centres. Stretching from the Snowy Mountains in the east to the plains of Hillston in the northwest-and along the Victorian border-MLHDoffers not only remarkable clinical breadth, but also the lifestyle benefits of working in one of Australia's most scenic and welcoming regions.

Whatyou'llbe doing

As a Visiting Medical Officer or Staff Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, you will deliver contemporary, comprehensive obstetric and gynaecological care across inpatient, outpatient, surgical and on‑call settings.

• Providing high-quality, evidence-based obstetric and gynaecological services to optimise patient safety and clinical outcomes
• Managing antenatal, intrapartum, postnatal and gynaecological patients across the full scope of the specialty
• Participating in the departmental on‑call roster to provide timely specialist support
• Supervising, teaching and mentoring junior medical officers, GP Obstetricians and other clinical staff
• Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, patient‑centred care
• Actively participating in clinical governance, audit, risk management and quality improvement initiatives
• Utilising clinical information systems to support informed clinical decision‑making

In accepting this position, you will uphold core NSW public sector values, including cultural diversity, equity, ethical practice, and contributing to a healthy, safe, and fair workplace.

Whereyou'llbe working

Based in Griffith, NSW, a vibrant regional city in the heart of the Riverina, you’ll work within a key MLHD service delivering obstetric and gynaecological care to the local community and surrounding rural areas. The service offers a supportive multidisciplinary environment and strong professional collegiality.

Griffith is known for its welcoming multicultural community, affordable housing, excellent schools and relaxed lifestyle. With outstanding food and wine, sporting facilities, short commute times and daily flights to Sydney, Griffith offers an ideal balance of rewarding specialist practice and regional living.

What We Can Offer You - For Staff Specialist only

Working for the Murrumbidgee LHD may come with access to:

• Salary packaging (pay less tax!)
• Car leases
• Fitness Passport
• Support through advanced education & training
• Access to EAP, wellbeing programs and supports for you and your family

Incentives

MLHD provides remuneration consistent with NSW Health statewide awards and determinations. Clinicians may also benefit from regional incentives, salary packaging opportunities, and flexible working arrangements designed to attract high quality medical practitioners to rural practice.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Murrumbidgee connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.
Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

• A National Police Check will be conducted.
• NSW Health does not require or accept the Fit2Work badge ineCredential.
• Applications via recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds- including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people with disability.

Learn more about careers with Murrumbidgee Local Health District:visitthe MLHD Careers page

• Registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways recognised by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.
• Demonstrated recent clinical experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at the role delineation of the service with substantial experience in gynaecological surgery.
• 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.
• Demonstrated commitment to behaviours which align to the NSW Health CORE values and MLHD Values, goals and strategies.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.