On-Call Forensic Medical Officer (Sexual Assault/DV)

Nbmphn; Penrith; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District is seeking a Visiting Medical Officer to join the Medical Forensic Unit at Nepean Hospital. The role involves on-call duties and potential credentialing across NBMLHD facilities.

This position suits a GP with a keen interest in clinical forensic medicine, contributing to patient care, research, and teaching while maintaining clinical practice in usual day-to-day work.

Qualifications

• Registration with AHPRA or eligibility for registration.
• Fellowship or equivalent specialist recognition as required by the role.
• Sound clinical knowledge in Clinical Forensic Medicine and related practice.
• Participation in quality assurance activities relevant to the specialty.
• Strong teaching and supervision of junior medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert medical assessment and management in the Medical Forensic Unit.
• Work primarily at Nepean Hospital and participate in the on-call roster.
• Credentialing and privileging across NBMLHD facilities.
• Demonstrate high professional standards and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Teaching and supervision

Education

Fellowship of the Faculty of Clinical Forensic Medicine (RCPA)

Fellowship/Australasian Chapter of Sexual Health Medicine (RACP)

Royal Australian College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recognition

GP with specialist recognition or equivalent

Job description

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District is seeking a Visiting Medical Officer to join the Medical Forensic Unit at Nepean Hospital. The role involves on-call duties and potential credentialing across NBMLHD facilities.

This position suits a GP with a keen interest in clinical forensic medicine, contributing to patient care, research, and teaching while maintaining clinical practice in usual day-to-day work.