SPECIALIST | O&G | FLAGSHIP TERTIARY REFERRAL & LEVEL 1 TRAUMA HUB | MAJOR RE-DEVELOPMENT

Specialist/Consultant/SIMG; Sydney; On-site; AUD 230,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist sought to join a premier tertiary referral hospital in New South Wales. You will lead in high-acuity obstetrics, complex gynecology, and educational initiatives within a large multidisciplinary team.

This permanent full-time role offers a broad practice spectrum, on-call commitments, salary packaging, and access to state-of-the-art facilities in a landmark health precinct near Sydney.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in high-acuity obstetrics and complex gynecology.
• Credentialing and scope alignment at a major tertiary facility.
• Commitment to medical education, research, and quality improvement.
• Willingness to participate in a structured 24/7 on-call roster.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical leadership, oversight, and direct patient care.
• Manage acute obstetrics, complex antenatal, and advanced gynecological surgery.
• Lead multidisciplinary care planning and patient safety initiatives.
• Supervise accredited trainees and contribute to education programs.

Skills

Obstetrics Specialist

Gynaecology Expertise

Leadership in Trauma

Education

Specialist Registration

Job description

SPECIALIST | O&G | FLAGSHIP TERTIARY REFERRAL & LEVEL 1 TRAUMA HUB | MAJOR RE-DEVELOPMENT

Our client has an exciting opportunity available for a Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist to join a progressive and growing Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology within a well-established tertiary referral hospital, university-affiliated teaching hospital, and major metropolitan health service, providing high-quality specialist care.

Working within an experienced multidisciplinary team, this position offers the opportunity to establish a broad and professionally rewarding practice across the full scope of clinical, operative, and investigative Obstetrics and Gynaecology, with responsibilities aligned to the department's clinical service, procedural practice, teaching, research, quality improvement and service development activities.

FAST FACTS

• 750+ Bed Quaternary/Tertiary Teaching Hospital
• Sole Level 1 Adult & Paediatric Trauma Centre Outside Sydney Catchment
• Massive $890M Precinct Re-development Near Completion
• Elite Lifestyle: Pristine Coastal City Meets World-Class Wine Region

Our client has an exciting opportunity available for a Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist to join a progressive and growing Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology within a well-established tertiary referral hospital, university-affiliated teaching hospital, and major metropolitan health service, providing high-quality specialist care.

Working within an experienced multidisciplinary team, this position offers the opportunity to establish a broad and professionally rewarding practice across the full scope of clinical, operative, and investigative Obstetrics and Gynaecology, with responsibilities aligned to the department's clinical service, procedural practice, teaching, research, quality improvement and service development activities.

FAST FACTS

• 750+ Bed Quaternary/Tertiary Teaching Hospital
• High-Volume Hub Managing 3,500+ Births Per Annum
• Sole Level 1 Adult & Paediatric Trauma Centre Outside Sydney Catchment
• Massive $890M Precinct Re-development Near Completion
• Elite Lifestyle: Pristine Coastal City Meets World-Class Wine Region

THE POSITION

This is a high-profile Consultant / Staff Specialist position offering a broad and professionally rewarding scope of practice across the full continuum of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The successful candidate will provide expert clinical leadership, oversight, and direct patient care across acute obstetrics, complex antenatal care, and advanced gynaecological surgery. You will play an active, vital role in managing a diverse and high-acuity casemix, operating on a structured shift roster with a mandatory 24/7 on-call requirement, acting as the senior clinical decision-maker on-call, and participating in multi-disciplinary care planning.

This permanent, full-time appointment features an attractive base salary package complemented by extensive health service benefits, including comprehensive salary packaging options for living expenses and meal entertainment. Specialists also gain access to corporate health and wellness initiatives, including subsidised multi-venue fitness programs.

Beyond direct clinical duties, this role offers dedicated non-clinical time (Protected Support Activity) to drive medical education, deliver structured supervision to accredited RANZCOG trainees, participate in world-class clinical research, and champion departmental quality improvement initiatives. Furthermore, this position offers the unique opportunity to step directly into brand-new, state-of-the-art clinical spaces, allowing you to establish your practice within a newly completed, multi-million-dollar health and innovation precinct.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology is a highly progressive, fully accredited RANZCOG training facility and a major tertiary referral service managing one of the busiest and most complex obstetric caseloads in the state. The department operates a high-volume birthing suite, specialized maternal-fetal medicine clinics, and complex gynaecology services including advanced laparoscopic surgery, urogynaecology, and gynaecological oncology services.

Co-located with a state-of-the-art Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), the department serves as the primary regional referral hub for high-risk obstetric transfers and complex maternal conditions. It boasts a deeply collaborative, multidisciplinary workforce comprising senior specialists, clinical midwife consultants, specialized allied health practitioners, and an active academic research unit strongly integrated with a top-tier medical research institute.

THE HOSPITAL

This opportunity is based within a premier, 750+ bed tertiary referral and teaching hospital serving as the principal healthcare hub for a massive multi-regional catchment area in New South Wales. As one of the busiest healthcare facilities in the country, the hospital provides a comprehensive range of complex quaternary, tertiary, and secondary services to a diverse and rapidly growing population.

As a primary teaching affiliate of a top-tier university, the hospital is a powerhouse for clinical research, medical education, and translational medicine. It houses the only dedicated Level 1 adult and paediatric trauma centre outside of a major capital city state metropolitan area, managing an exceptionally diverse, high-acuity, and complex casemix.

Clinical capability includes:

• A major Level 1 Emergency and Trauma Centre managing critical adult and paediatric presentations.
• High-level Intensive Care, Cardiothoracic, and Neuro-critical care units supporting complex surgical programs.
• Comprehensive inpatient and outpatient subspecialty medical services.
• Highly specialized quaternary surgical services, including complex oncology and transplant programs.
• Co-located, dedicated tertiary paediatric hospital and neonatal intensive care (NICU) services.
• Advanced, integrated diagnostic imaging, interventional suites, and state-of-the-art pathology.
• Direct alignment with a world-class medical research institute on campus.

Exciting Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentThe health service is currently undergoing a landmark, multi-million-dollar precinct redevelopment program that stands as one of the largest healthcare infrastructure investments in the state's history. This transformational expansion will significantly scale up clinical capacity and cement the campus as a leading-edge hub for modern medicine.

Key highlights include:

• A massive new, state-of-the-art clinical building expanding critical care and acute capacity.
• Significant expansion of the Emergency Department and operating theatre complexes.
• Introduction of brand-new, advanced interventional suites and procedural spaces.
• Upgraded, purpose-built environments designed for contemporary, collaborative models of care.
• Enhanced university-linked education, simulation, and academic research spaces.
• Ongoing workforce recruitment driving rapid departmental expansion and clinical leadership pathways.

For specialists looking to elevate their career, this role provides the chance to join a flagship health service at a pivotal moment of strategic expansion, offering an unmatched depth of clinical complexity, academic prestige, and long-term professional growth.

THE LOCATION

Situated within a vibrant, thriving coastal city just a few hours north of Sydney, this location perfectly bridges the gap between major metropolitan infrastructure and relaxed regional living. As the economic and cultural hub of the region, the city boasts a booming population, a world-class university, and a rich industrial and maritime history undergoing a modern renaissance.

The area offers:

• A robust, diverse economy with exceptional local infrastructure and services.
• Outstanding public and private schooling options alongside a top-ranked university.
• A vibrant urban scene featuring premium dining, arts, and shopping precincts.
• Convenient, well-connected regional airport and rail networks for easy national travel.
• Seamless access to pristine coastline, vast lake systems, and world-renowned wine regions.
• Considerably more accessible housing options compared to major capital cities.

LIFESTYLE

This region is highly celebrated for its spectacular coastal lifestyle, offering a stunning mix of world-class surf beaches, historic ocean baths, and a relaxed, community-minded pace. Doctors relocating here enjoy a genuine work-life balance where high-tier clinical medicine meets an enviable outdoor lifestyle.

Lifestyle highlights include:

• Immediate access to award-winning city beaches and expansive coastal walking tracks.
• Proximity to premium weekend destinations, including world-famous vineyards and peaceful waterways.
• A warm, temperate climate perfectly suited to year-round outdoor recreation, sailing, and surfing.
• Welcoming, family-friendly suburbs ranging from historic inner-city streets to spacious coastal estates.
• A rich local culture with thriving weekend markets, live music, and diverse culinary experiences.
• Minimal commute times, eliminating the daily gridlock of larger capital cities.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Specialist Registration (or eligibility for registration via the Specialist Pathway with the Medical Board of Australia (Ahpra).
• Specialists assessed as Substantially Comparable are strongly encourage to apply.
• Demonstrated experience in the provision of specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology services, including high-acuity acute obstetrics and complex gynaecological surgery.
• Ability to obtain appropriate credentialing and scope of clinical practice relevant to a major tertiary referral facility.
• Demonstrated capability to participate effectively in a structured shift roster including a mandatory 24/7 on-call requirement.
• Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centred care.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Commitment to medical education, supervision, and mentoring of accredited RANZCOG trainees and junior medical staff.
• Active participation in clinical governance, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.