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Career Medical Officer


Company : NSW Health


Location : Wollongong, New South Wales


Created : 2025-08-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsEmployment Type: Temporary Various - for Contract from 2nd February 2026 to 31st January 2027Remuneration: $139,187.00 to $207,388.00Hours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: CAM24814An exciting opportunity exists to join the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department at Wollongong Hospital.Come for the LifestyleWhere you''ll be workingWollongong Hospital is the Illawarra and Shoalhavens 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 hours 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.What You''ll Be DoingTo deliver effective medical care in the area of Obstetrics and Gynaecology under the supervision of specialist staff. The clinical care will be delivered with consultation and inclusion of the multidisciplinary team within the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.The CMO is a key person who works closely with all members of staff and must work as part of and contribute to a multidisciplinary team, deal with matters of an urgent and sensitive nature; have the ability to exercise discretion, sensitivity and maintain confidentiality; work cooperatively within a team environment and actively contribute to the team.Benefits Of Working With ISLHDWe understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:Allocated Days Off (ADO) once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)Salary packaging less tax and more take-home payNovated 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 familiesDiscounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more informationCareer progression and professional developmentApply 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 Healths 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?Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.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 (nsw.gov.au) 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 Childrens Guardian. To apply, please go to 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 CriteriaMBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of AustraliaFive Years postgraduate experience or greater (CMO Grade 2) or less than five years postgraduate experience (CMO Grade 1)Ability to manage a busy birthing unit with O&G Specialist back-upDemonstrated ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment utilising excellent clinical skills, judgement and expertiseDemonstrated teamwork, time management and problem solving skills as part of a multidisciplinary teamDemonstrated high level verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated experience and willingness to participate in clinical governance activities to ensure a clinically safe environmentNeed more information?Click here for the Position DescriptionFind out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Sameer Dikshit on Sameer.Dikshit@health.nsw.gov.auApplications Close: 5th August 2025Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at NSW Health by 2xGet notified about new Medical Officer jobs in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia.GP role - Wollongong - $150 ongoing or 70% whichever is higherConiston, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoWollongong, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoGeneral Practitioners (GP) | Flexible Rosters | 70% of Billing | Sign on BonusConiston, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoMedical Officer (Doctor) - Defence Force Recruiting (DFR)Coniston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoWollongong, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoWollongong, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoWollongong, New South Wales, Australia 1 year agoWollongong, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSNSWLHD - Staff Specialist / VMO - Specialist O&G - South East Regional Hospital (BEGA) - Apply Via eCredentialConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSNSWLHD - Staff Specialist / VMO - Specialist O&G - South East Regional Hospital (BEGA) - Apply Via eCredentialConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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