Resident Medical Officer

Northern NSW Local Health District; Cudgen; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern NSW Local Health District invites two full-time Resident Medical Officers (General Medicine) to join a rotational pool across Tweed, Byron and Murwillumbah Hospitals. The role offers varied clinical experience within a large regional network, with supervision and learning opportunities in multiple departments.

Tweed Valley Hospital is a new major facility with extensive services and an emphasis on work-life balance for staff in a regional setting.

Qualifications

• Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role.
• Ability to work independently in a supervised environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team with clear roles.
• Strong written and verbal communication with patients and health care teams.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; handle competing priorities.
• Commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and self-education.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care and support across multiple departments under supervision.

Job description

Position: Resident Medical Officer Department: Rotations only across the 5-term year Location: Tweed Valley Hospital "Applications submitted via an agency on behalf of the doctor will not be accepted." Working with Northern NSW Local Health District, you can play a part in delivering quality care to our region. More than 280,000 people live within the Northern NSW Local Health District, and around 4.7 per cent of our population are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. 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! The Role We are seeking two full-time Resident Medical Officers (General Medicine) to join our rotational pool, providing coverage across Tweed, Byron and Murwillumbah Hospitals. This role offers varied and rewarding clinical experience, supporting multiple departments and teams across the network. Information for International Medical Graduates We actively encourage applications from candidates eligible for the competent authority pathway. This includes doctors with full registration in Medical Board approved countries such as the United Kingdom, Ireland, New Zealand, and Canada. Competent authority pathway candidates: Please contact us at NNSWLHD‑TWE‑[e-mail] for additional information about opportunities and requirements. Please note: We are not accepting applications from standard pathway applicants for this recruitment round. For comprehensive information on IMG pathways, please visit Medical Board of Australia - International medical graduates (IMGs). About Tweed Valley Hospital This is an exciting opportunity to join Tweed Valley Hospital, your primary work location and a new, major referral hospital at the heart of the network of hospitals and health facilities across the Tweed-Byron region, also including Murwillumbah District & Byron Central Hospitals. The 723.3 million state-of-the-art hospital opened on 14 May 2024 and will deliver additional health services and bed capacity to meet the growing community's healthcare needs. Tweed Valley Hospital has: currently 280 beds with capability to expand to 430 beds expansive outpatient facilities with opportunity to increase available clinics a developing interventional cardiology service a fully capable emergency department with 42 treatment spaces an integrated cancer care service with radiotherapy 12 operating theatres a dedicated Learning, Development & Research centre located on campus, with modern library facilities End of trip facilities (showers etc) and free staff parking! Where you will be working Working at Tweed Valley Hospital provides the opportunity for a perfect work-life balance. Located between Byron Bay and the Gold Coast, the Tweed Valley serves up an amazing lifestyle against a stunning natural backdrop. From spectacular mountains to golden beaches and beautiful rivers, the region is overflowing with places to explore among five world heritage listed national parks. The historic town of Murwillumbah is the geographic centre and the cultural hub of the valley. Byron Bay (Australia’s most easterly point) is 30 minutes down the coast and is known for its beauty, relaxed atmosphere and lively entertainment scene. It is a popular spot for tourists and people seeking an alternative lifestyle. Along the coast from Byron up to Tweed Heads, surfers are spoilt for choice! The hospital is located on the outskirts of Kingscliff - just 10 minutes south of the Queensland border and the Coolangatta International Airport, and 90 minutes to Brisbane! Northern New South Wales Northern NSW is a diverse region spanning from the jacaranda city of Grafton in the south, to the golden beaches of Tweed Heads in the north. The district is located on the traditional lands of the Bundjalung, Githabul, Gumbaynggirr and Yaegl nations. The Tweed Valley is a subtropical oasis encompassing the rugged terrain of Wollumbin National Park, arty riverside villages, historic coastal towns and the gateway to the Gold Coast. The Ballina and Byron Shires include some of Australia’s most famous surf breaks and holiday destinations, while the hinterland is rich with vibrant communities and mouth‑watering local produce. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing tree-change, a family destination or an adventure, there’s something to suit every lifestyle. 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! For more information on our hospitals please visit Northern NSW Local Health District - Hospitals For more information on living and working in this area please visit Northern NSW Local Health District-Working in Northern NSW What you'll be doing The purpose of the position is to provide medical care and support, as part of a multi‑disciplinary team that is consistent with the level of clinical competency and experience of the appointed trainee. This includes the assessment and management of patients across several clinical departments under the supervision of senior practitioners whilst developing broad skills in clinical decision making and practice.

• Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role (please address these in your response)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with an understanding of the roles of the doctor and other members of the healthcare team.
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, family members and other members of the health care team.
• Good organisational and time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and commitment to self-education.

For role related queries or questions contact Karlia Gabriel on [e-mail] Applications Close: 17, November 2026