Paediatrics VMO — Regional Hospital On-Call Leader

Murrumbidgee Local Health District; Griffith; On-site; AUD 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffith Base Hospital in the Murrumbidgee Local Health District is seeking a Visiting Medical Officer (Paediatrics) on a contract, fee‑for‑service basis. The role delivers high‑quality paediatric care across inpatient, outpatient and on‑call settings, with up to 40 hours per week.

You will supervise junior medical staff, participate in clinical governance and quality improvement, and contribute to continuity of care within a supportive regional health network.

Qualifications

• Holds unconditional registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist Paediatrician.
• Demonstrated recent clinical experience in Paediatrics at the role delineation of the service.
• Willingness to participate in on‑call roster and respond on site within a reasonable time.
• Commitment to NSW Health CORE values and MLHD values, goals and strategies.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills for a multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based paediatric clinical services across inpatient, outpatient and on-call settings.
• Supervise junior medical officers and multidisciplinary staff through leadership and education.
• Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement and risk management activities.
• Contribute to continuity of care through effective communication and information systems.
• Participate in the department’s on-call roster.

Skills

Multidisciplinary team work

Leadership

Clinical communication

Teaching & education

Quality improvement

On-call readiness

Education

Specialist Paediatrician registration

Registration with Medical Board of Australia

Job description

Griffith Base Hospital in the Murrumbidgee Local Health District is seeking a Visiting Medical Officer (Paediatrics) on a contract, fee‑for‑service basis. The role delivers high‑quality paediatric care across inpatient, outpatient and on‑call settings, with up to 40 hours per week.

You will supervise junior medical staff, participate in clinical governance and quality improvement, and contribute to continuity of care within a supportive regional health network.