Staff Specialist – General Medicine / Infectious Diseases

1. 5 FTE General Medicine | 0.5 FTE Infectious Diseases

Permanent Position | Hunter New England Region

An excellent opportunity is available for a dual-trained Staff Specialist in General Medicine and Infectious Diseases to join a modern regional health service within the Hunter New England network.

This position offers a balanced split across General Medicine (0.5 FTE) and Infectious Diseases (0.5 FTE), providing both breadth and subspecialty depth within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

The Role

You Will Provide Contemporary, Evidence-based Specialist Care Across

- Acute inpatient General Medicine
- Infectious Diseases consultation and management
- Multidisciplinary case discussions
- Clinical governance and quality improvement
- Teaching and supervision of junior medical staff

The role allows for meaningful contribution to service development within a progressive regional health network.

Remuneration & Benefits

- Competitive Staff Specialist salary package
- **Salary Packaging:**
- Up to **$9,000** for living expenses
- Up to **$2,600** for meal and entertainment benefits
- Access to professional development and training pathways
- Supportive leadership and collegial culture

The Hospital

This modern regional hospital provides a comprehensive range of acute care services including:





- Emergency Medicine
- General and Specialist Medical Services
- Surgery
- Maternity
- Mental Health

As part of the Hunter New England Health network, the facility benefits from robust governance structures, established training programs, and collaborative specialist support.

The Location

Enjoy a rewarding career in a region known for its natural beauty and relaxed lifestyle.

- Spectacular coastline, mountains, and rainforests
- Outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, whale watching and water sports
- Mild climate year-round
- Excellent public and private schooling options
- Well-connected by road and air, just a few hours from major metropolitan centres

This is a setting where genuine work-life balance is achievable without compromising professional challenge.

Essential Requirements

Applicants must have:

FRACP with Specialist Registration

- Dual Fellowship in **General Medicine and Infectious Diseases**
- OR be due to attain Fellowship within the next 6 months in both specialties
- Eligibility for specialist registration with AHPRA

This position offers the rare opportunity to combine acute generalist practice with subspecialty infectious diseases expertise in a supportive and lifestyle-focused regional setting.

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📌 Consultant General Medicine and Infectious Diseases (Newcastle)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 Newcastle