Staff Specialist - MNC Virtual Care - Apply via eCredential

NSW Health; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 278,000 - 343,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health in Australia is seeking a Staff Specialist for MNC Virtual Care on a permanent basis. The role supports a virtual healthcare model aimed at reducing low-acuity ED presentations, preventing unnecessary admissions, and enabling early hospital discharge.

Salary ranges from AUD 278,355 to 343,496 with a 40-hour week, and is open as Full Time or Part Time. The successful candidate will provide safe medical services within a virtual framework, educate and supervise junior staff, and develop

Responsibilities

• The primary purpose of MNC Virtual Care is to reduce low acuity ED presentations, reduce preventable admissions and facilitate early hospital discharge.
• Provide effective and safe medical services within a virtual care framework.
• Provide education, supervision and support to junior medical staff, paramedics and nursing staff.
• Formulate and follow protocols to guide expansion of virtual care medical service.
• Liaise with NSW Ambulance and the Emergency Departments of the MNCLHD for patients referred to the service.
• Provide discharge summaries to Primary GPs at the time of discharge from the service.
• Remain to up to date with best medical practice, specifically as regards Virtual Care medicine.
• Remain up to date with MNC Virtual pathways and directives.

Job description

Staff Specialist - MNC Virtual Care - Apply via eCredential

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time or Part Time
Position Classification:Staff Specialist
Remuneration:$278,355 - $343,496
Hours Per Week:40
Requisition ID:REQ689516
Applications Close:Tuesday 27 October 2026

This is an opportunity to be at the forefront of a rapidly evolving healthcare model. If you are ready to embrace innovation, lead with expertise, and make a meaningful impact on patient care, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of virtual health at MNCLHD.

What you'll be doing

• The primary purpose of MNC Virtual Care is to reduce low acuity ED presentations, reduce preventable admissions and facilitate early hospital discharge.
• Provide effective and safe medical services within a virtual care framework.
• Provide education, supervision and support to junior medical staff, paramedics and nursing staff.
• Formulate and follow protocols to guide expansion of virtual care medical service.
• Liaise with NSW Ambulance and the Emergency Departments of the MNCLHD for patients referred to the service.
• Provide discharge summaries to Primary GPs at the time of discharge from the service.
• Remain to up to date with best medical practice, specifically as regards Virtual Care medicine.
• Remain up to date with MNC Virtual pathways and directives.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

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