Rural Emergency Medicine Consultant - Flexible Hours

Western NSW Local Health District; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work practices

Wellbeing programs

Learning and development

Professional growth

Job summary

Western NSW Local Health District invites applications for a Visiting Medical Officer in Emergency Medicine based in Dubbo, NSW. The role emphasises contemporary specialist services, teaching and safe clinical practice within a rural health setting.

Applicants must meet Medical Board registration, demonstrate teamwork and leadership, and participate in on-call arrangements. NSW Health policies apply; GST/ABN may be required for engagement. Applications close 1 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist, and/or overseas trained pathways.
• 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.
• Fellowship of the applicable College.

Responsibilities

• The Emergency Medicine Consultant will provide contemporary comprehensive specialist services for optimal patient outcomes and provide support training to clinicians across multiple disciplines to achieve quality education and safe clinical practice.
• Do you have a passion for medicine and wish to practice in a rural setting?

Job description

Western NSW Local Health District invites applications for a Visiting Medical Officer in Emergency Medicine based in Dubbo, NSW. The role emphasises contemporary specialist services, teaching and safe clinical practice within a rural health setting.

Applicants must meet Medical Board registration, demonstrate teamwork and leadership, and participate in on-call arrangements. NSW Health policies apply; GST/ABN may be required for engagement. Applications close 1 November 2026.