Resident Medical Officer

NSW Health; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health service provider is seeking a Resident Medical Officer to provide effective medical care in a supportive environment. This role offers exposure to various hospitals, enriching experiences in clinical decision making, and opportunities for professional development. Candidates should have an MBBS or equivalent and at least one year of experience as a medical officer. The position is temporary from February 2, 2026, to January 31, 2027, with competitive remuneration.

Benefits

Allocated Days Off (ADO)

Salary packaging

Career progression and professional development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted health insurance

Fitness Passport

Qualifications

• Currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• At least one year working as a medical officer.
• Preparedness to participate in after-hours and overtime rosters.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective medical care to patients under supervision.
• Work within multidisciplinary teams across various hospitals.
• Develop broad skills in clinical decision making and practice.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Flexibility in work role

Demonstrated continued professional development

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Various – for Contract from 2nd February 2026 to 31st January 2027

Remuneration: $89,095.00 to $120,489.00 + 11.5% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: CAM27347

An exciting opportunity exists to join the team of Resident Medical Officers at Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.

ISLHD is an accredited provider of the Workplace Based Assessment (WBA) Program, which provides an alternative pathway for IMGs to AMC Part 2 Clinical Exam. All candidates to the ISLHD WBA Program are current employees with a contract that incorporates the duration of the program. Selection to the WBA Program is separate to the workplace recruitment process, is highly competitive and not guaranteed. Applicants are accessed via a merit-based process. Candidates require a rotational RMO or Emergency Department position to apply.

Where you'll be working

Wollongong Hospital is the Illawarra and Shoalhaven’s major referral and teaching hospital and has a bed base of more than 500. The campus, which incorporates the Illawarra Regional Cancer Care Centre, provides a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient and community-based services.

Wollongong is located an hour’s drive south of Sydney on a narrow coastal strip bordered by the Royal National Park to the north, Lake Illawarra to the south, the Tasman Sea to the east and the Illawarra Escarpment to the west. Learn more about the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Wollongong.

Bulli Hospital opened in August 2020. It has been designed and specifically tailored to meet the needs of the District’s growing population. The facility, which sits opposite the old hospital in Hospital Road, provides inpatient, outpatient and allied health services, as well as the Urgent Care Centre.

Bulli, located on the northern outskirts of Wollongong in the Illawarra region of NSW entices with pretty beaches, colonial streetscapes and mining heritage. Learn more about the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Bulli.

The Shoalhaven area is one of the fastest growing areas of NSW with over 5,000 new residents making the move here every year. The area has plenty to offer with the beautiful beaches of Jervis Bay, rainforests of Kangaroo Valley and tourist townships like Berry, all within 30 minutes’ drive. For more information on the Shoalhaven Region you can visit the following website: Shoalhaven

Shoalhaven Hospital is a busy rural hospital which employs over 1,000 staff and is the main acute care hospital for the Shoalhaven region, providing emergency care, medical, surgical and orthopaedic services. Shoalhaven Hospital has an Intensive Care Unit focusing on high dependency and coronary patients, Children’s Ward and Maternity Unit as well as a purpose-built regional Cancer Care Centre and sub-acute Mental Health Unit. Shoalhaven Hospital is currently undergoing a $438 million redevelopment.

Milton Ulladulla Hospital is situated in the heart of the historic village of Milton. Along with its art galleries, boutique stores and fine-dining restaurants, the village is surrounded by the rural pastures of working dairy farms and overlooked by the iconic Pigeon House Mountain in the Budawang ranges. You will be working within just a few kilometres of some of the world’s most beautiful white sand beaches, coastal lakes, inlets and rivers. For more information on the hospital, click here.

Shellharbour Hospital is a 197 bed, acute facility providing a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient and community-based services. The inpatient services include aged care, medical, surgical, mental health and acute medical assessment inpatient beds, plus a day surgery unit. The hospital also provides emergency services, elective surgical services, general medical, antenatal and primary family health care, satellite renal dialysis, as well as adolescent and adult mental health services. Construction is underway for the development of the new Shellharbour Hospital.

Shellharbour is located on the picturesque South Coast of NSW, located over an hour’s drive south of Sydney, and has a rapidly growing population. Surrounded by pristine beaches, renowned fishing/diving spots and rolling hills in the countryside, Shellharbour is rapidly growing with many family friendly attractions. Learn more about the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Shellharbour.

Coledale Hospital specialises in aged care services for the northern Illawarra. It has a purpose-built unit for patients with a dementia illness awaiting nursing home placement.

Located one hour south of Sydney, the small beachside village of Coledale is accessed by the spectacular Grand Pacific Drive via the stunning Sea Cliff Bridge. Learn more about the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Coledale.

What You'll Be Doing

The Resident Medical Officer will provide effective, safe medical care to patients under supervision, as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The RMO may be allocated to various hospitals across the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District including Bulli, Coledale, Port Kembla, Shellharbour, Shoalhaven and Wollongong Hospitals as well as GP rotations in Milton. The RMO will have a more senior doctor on site at all times and will undertake patient care consistent with the level of clinical competency and experience of the appointed trainee whilst developing broad skills in clinical decision making and practice.

Benefits Of Working With ISLHD

• Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
• Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay
• Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
• Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
• Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
• Career progression and professional development

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions / selection criteria within the application.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

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Successful applicants to the role must provide certified documentation of vaccination history and pathology as part of their recruitment documentation. The applicant must be certified as compliant with Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases before employment can commence.

Criminal record checks will be undertaken on successful applicants. This position is designated as child-related employment and you will be required to obtain a Working With Children clearance from the Office of the Children’s Guardian. To apply, please go to https://wwccheck.ccyp.nsw.gov.au/Applicants/Application#

Please note: Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.

Selection Criteria

• MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• At least one year working as a medical officer.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised environment.
• Preparedness and ability to participate in after-hours and overtime rosters.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral).
• Ability to move between services and geographical locations to deliver patient care (including rural locations).
• Evidence of continued professional development and commitment to self-education.
• A professional attitude and flexibility in work role.

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Emilee Turcato on [e-mail]

Applications Close: 3 December 2025