Senior Resident Medical Officer

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

Job summary

A health service provider is seeking an experienced medical professional to join the Emergency Department. You will provide emergency medical care to patients while developing expertise under supervision. The role involves working at multiple hospitals and includes evening and night shifts. Ideal for doctors seeking emergency medicine experience. Join a supportive environment with numerous benefits.

Benefits

Allocated Days Off (ADO)

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted health insurance

Career progression

Qualifications

• Currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Minimum two years post graduate experience.
• Preparedness to participate in after-hours work.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical care to patients under supervision.
• Participate in a seven-day roster including evenings and nights.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Flexibility

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Employment Type: Temporary various for a contract from 2 February 2026 to 06 February 2028. Remuneration: $89,095.00 to $120,489.00. Hours Per Week: 38. Requisition ID: CAM27180. An exciting opportunity exists to join the Emergency Department at Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.

Where you\'ll be working

Positions available at Wollongong Hospital, Shellharbour Hospital & Shoalhaven Hospital. Wollongong Hospital is the Illawarra and Shoalhaven\'s major referral and teaching hospital with a bed base of more than 500. The campus 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.

Shellharbour

Shellharbour Hospital is a 197 bed, acute facility providing a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient and community-based services, including emergency services, elective surgical services, general medical, antenatal and primary family health care, satellite renal dialysis, and mental health services. Construction is underway for the development of the new Shellharbour Hospital. Learn more about the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Shellharbour.

Shoalhaven

The Shoalhaven area is one of the fastest growing areas of NSW. Shoalhaven Hospital is a busy rural hospital employing over 1,000 staff and is the main acute care hospital for the region, providing emergency care, medical, surgical and orthopaedic services. The hospital is undergoing redevelopment.

What you\'ll be doing

To provide emergency medical care to patients while developing experience and expertise under the supervision of Emergency Specialists within ISLHD. This is a District position and may involve working at any one of the following sites: Wollongong Hospital, Shellharbour Hospital and Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital Emergency Departments. Candidates will be asked for a working site preference at interview. The SRMO will participate in a seven-day roster which includes evening and night shifts. This position is suited to doctors seeking more experience in Emergency Medicine prior to entering specialist training.

Benefits of working with ISLHD

We understand that balancing career aspirations with daily demands and maintaining a healthy work-life balance can be a challenge. To help, we offer a range of benefits including:

• 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 running costs from pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
• Fitness Passport – discounted gym membership for you and your family (eligible employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
• Discounted health insurance options
• 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 and is committed to diversity and an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD fosters a child-safe environment aligned with NSW Health\'s Child Safe Standards. All staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people.

Selection Criteria

1. MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
2. Minimum two years post graduate experience.
3. Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised environment.
4. Preparedness and ability to participate in after-hours overtime and standby rosters.
5. Excellent communication skills (written and oral), time management and organisational skills.
6. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary framework.
7. Evidence of continued professional development and commitment to self-education.
8. A professional attitude and flexibility in work role

Need more information?

Visit the ISLHD website for application tips and information about ISLHD. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate NSW Health recruitment, and The Welcome Experience supports essential workers and families in regional NSW. Follow ISLHD on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Applicants must provide certified documentation of vaccination history and pathology, and be compliant with Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases before employment can commence. Criminal record checks will be undertaken. This position is child-related, and a Working With Children clearance is required.

Applications Close: 12 October 2025