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District Medical Lead Palliative and End of Life Care Services HNELHDJoin to apply for the District Medical Lead Palliative and End of Life Care Services role at Bendigo Advertiser.Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is seeking a senior medical leader to provide clinical leadership and direction for the development of Palliative and End of Life Care services across the district. This includes adult and paediatric care and supportive care.The Medical Lead will work in collaboration with the HNELHD Executive Directors, Palliative and End of Life Care Clinical Stream and relevant Networks and Streams to work towards a districtwide model of care for the provision of Palliative and End of Life that is safe, effective, evidencebased, equitable, patientcentred and aligns to HNELHD''s strategic and operational plans.About the RoleProvide expert clinical input into the development of Palliative and End of Life Care services across HNELHD.Assist in creating and supporting Districtwide oncall rosters for these services.Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to drive collaboration and change.Offer clinical advice to support research and practice improvements and help translate evidence into everyday care.Promote safety and quality by participating in audits, incident reviews, and morbidity and mortality meetings.Uphold professional standards and compliance with national safety, quality, and risk management requirements.About YouFellowship of the RACP (Palliative Medicine or Paediatric Palliative Medicine) or AChPM.Demonstrated current and senior level medical leadership experience in Palliative Medicine/Paediatric Palliative Medicine.Strong communication, collaboration and negotiation skills.Proven ability to develop and implement service delivery models and manage change.Commitment to clinical governance and risk management principles.About UsHNELHD is one of the largest local health districts in NSW which services a population of more than 970,000 across the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast areas. HNELHD has strong, innovative connections with the University of Newcastle and the Hunter Medical Research Institute.BenefitsJohn Hunter Health and Innovation PrecinctSustainable Healthcare: Together towards zeroFitness Passport + Salary PackagingEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family membersOpportunity to work and collaborate with a range of nonclinical and clinical professionalsLive and Work Where Others HolidayTrade long commutes and high living costs for a vibrant coastal lifestyle in Newcastle. Enjoy pristine beaches, a thriving food and arts scene, and easy access to the Hunter Valley and Lake Macquarie. Whether you''re after surf, wine, or a familyfriendly community, the region offers the perfect worklife blend.Applications close: 2 February 2026.Contact InformationRolerelated enquiries: Phillip Way District Clinical Network ManagerPh: (02) 4921 4954E: [email protected] enquiries: Sally Jordan Senior Medical Recruitment ConsultantPh: (02) 4985 3353E: [email protected] SafetyHunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a childsafe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health''s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. 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.Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (PD2024_015). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.Agency applications are not accepted at this time.An eligibility list may be created for future permanent or temporary appointments.#J-18808-Ljbffr