CAM29084

Employment Type : Temporary Various - Start date is 1 February 2027

Remuneration : $94,521.00 - $127,827.00 + 12% super + salary packaging

Hours Per Week : 38

Requisition ID : CAM29084

An exciting opportunity exists to join the Emergency Department at Wollongong Hospital.

Wollongong Hospital is the Illawarra and Shoalhaven’s 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 hour’s 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.

The Shoalhaven area is one of the fastest growing areas of NSW with over 5,000 new residents making the move here every year. The area has plenty to offer with the beautiful beaches of Jervis Bay, rainforests of Kangaroo Valley and tourist townships like Berry, all within 30 minutes’ drive. For more information on the Shoalhaven Region you can visit the following website: Shoalhaven.

Shoalhaven Hospital is a busy rural hospital which employs over 1,000 staff and is the main acute care hospital for the Shoalhaven region, providing emergency care, medical, surgical and orthopaedic services. Shoalhaven Hospital has an Intensive Care Unit focusing on high dependency and coronary patients, Children’s Ward and Maternity Unit as well as a purpose-built regional Cancer Care Centre and sub-acute Mental Health Unit. Shoalhaven Hospital is currently undergoing a $438 million redevelopment.

Shellharbour Hospital is a 197 bed, acute facility providing a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient and community-based services. The inpatient services include aged care, medical, surgical, mental health and acute medical assessment inpatient beds, plus a day surgery unit. The hospital also provides emergency services, elective surgical services, general medical, antenatal and primary family health care, satellite renal dialysis, as well as adolescent and adult mental health services. Construction is underway for the development of the new Shellharbour Hospital.





Shellharbour is located on the picturesque South Coast of NSW, located over an hour’s drive south of Sydney, and has a rapidly growing population. Surrounded by pristine beaches, renowned fishing/diving spots and rolling hills in the countryside, Shellharbour is rapidly growing with many family friendly attractions. Learn more about the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Shellharbour.

ISLHD is an accredited provider of the Workplace Based Assessment (WBA) Program, which provides an alternative pathway for IMGs to AMC Part 2 Clinical Exam. All candidates to the ISLHD WBA Program are current employees with a contract that incorporates the duration of the program. Selection to the WBA Program is separate to the workplace recruitment process, is highly competitive and not guaranteed. Applicants are accessed via a merit-based process. Candidates require a rotational RMO or Emergency Department position to apply.

What you’ll be doing

To provide emergency medical care to patients while developing experience and expertise under the supervision of Emergency Specialists within ISLHD. This position is recruited by the local health care district and may involve (with the agreement of the candidate) working at any one or all of the following ACEM accredited sites – Wollongong Hospital, Shellharbour Hospital and Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital Emergency Departments. However, site preferences will be sought at the time of interview and site specific offers made to successful candidates. The SRMO will participate in a seven‑day per week roster which includes evening and night shifts. This position is suited to doctors seeking more experience in Emergency Medicine prior to entering specialist training.

Benefits of working with ISLHD

- Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full‑time employees)
- Novated 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)
- Discounted health insurance available through a number of private providers
- Career progression and professional development

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 Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel secure, 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.

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 Children’s Guardian. To apply, please go to

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 Criteria

- Minimum two years post‑graduate experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised environment.
- Preparedness and ability to participate in after‑hours overtime and standby rosters.
- Excellent communication skills (both written and oral), as well as time management and organisational skills.
- Ability to work in a multi‑disciplinary framework.
- Evidence of continued professional development and commitment to self‑education.
- MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
- A professional attitude and flexibility in work role.

For role related queries or questions contact Simon Binks on

Applications Close: 04 August 2026

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