Senior Resident Medical Officer – Paediatrics and Emergency Medicine

Position Classification: Senior Resident Medical Officer

Remuneration: $94,521 - $127,827 per annum

Role Overview

This position offers six (6) months experience in acute Paediatrics/Neonates and six (6) months in Emergency Medicine. The objective is to provide broad experience for a trainee wishing to pursue a career in Paediatrics, General Practice or Emergency Medicine and will give you the best possible introduction to Paediatrics and Emergency Medicine.

About Orange Health Service

Orange Health Service is the largest rural hospital in NSW and the regional teaching, referral and trauma centre for the Central West. The 520 bed campus has a 270 bed general hospital, with five operating suites and 60 specialised treatment areas.

Opened in 2011, services include FACEM‑staffed emergency, inclusive of trauma; level 5 intensive care, medical, general and specialist surgical; obstetrics; paediatrics; level 4 maternity; dialysis; dental; cardiology, stroke, telestroke, interventional cardiology; radiation oncology; ambulatory care; rehabilitation; sub‑acute/non‑acute; diagnostic and a range of primary and community health services.

The hospital has one of the largest regional clinical trials units conducting a range of trials across several specialties.

Orange Health Service is a teaching hospital associated with the University of Sydney and Charles Sturt University. There is an excellent record of success in college professional exams and future placement with metropolitan hospital training programs.

Things we offer you

- Country living with a meaningful career path
- Flexible work practices (as appropriate)
- Opportunities for learning and development, including in‑house training with My Health Learning and the NSW Health RTO
- Professional growth and accelerated career progression

Qualifications and Experience

- MBBS or equivalent,



currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category.
- Completion of at least two (2) postgraduate years of medical practice.
- Valid NSW Working with Children check.
- Cleared National Police check.
- Aged Care Check for Australian Government funded positions.
- Evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination policy.
- Compliance with work health, safety and wellbeing policies and procedures.

Selection Criteria

Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role.

Successful completion of PGY1 and PGY2 years, including terms in Emergency Medicine and Paediatrics, with a minimum of 12 months experience working within the Australian public health care system within the previous 24 months.

Demonstrated commitment to pursuing a career in Paediatrics, Emergency Medicine, or an associated specialty with registration or intention to register with an appropriate skilled body (e.g. ACEM, CICM, RACP, RANZCOG, RACGP).

GP trainees wishing to do Advanced Specialist Training encouraged to apply.

Demonstrated orientation to rural/regional practice through life experiences, medical school and/or residency, outlining evidence of commitment to the provision of health care in a rural setting, preferably with experience of rural or regional medicine.

Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised complex clinical environment utilising excellent clinical skills, judgement and expertise,



with demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.

Evidence of continued professional development and commitment to self‑education.

Demonstrated time management, problem‑solving skills and excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and computer skills.

Demonstrated professional attitude and flexibility in work role with preparedness and ability to participate in after‑hours overtime and on‑call rosters.

For role related queries or questions please contact Medical Administration via email or .

Where you’ll be working

You will be based at Orange Health Service, a part of the Western NSW Local Health District. For more information on living and working in our beautiful region, visit our website Orange | NSW Government.

Helping you move to Western NSW

The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more.

Stepping Up – Close the Gap

The Aboriginal Employment Strategy (AES) is working in partnership with the Western NSW Local Health District to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants wishing to apply for this role. For more information please contact the AES recruitment team on or email

Working Visas

Applicants holding a visa with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable Australian/New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident is identified.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

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📌 Senior Resident Medical Officer (City of Orange)
🏢 Southern NSW Local Health District
📍 City of Orange