Career Medical Officer, Intensive Care Unit (CMO ICU), Maitland Hospital
Job Type: Contract position | Casual position
Job Description
MedicalJobsAustralia.com REQ****** Career Medical Officer, Intensive Care Medicine (ICU) Maitland Hospital, Hunter Valley, NSW Fixed term temporary full time for 2 years
1.0 FTE
You Can Have
More in Maitland More Collaboration, More Balance, More Opportunity, More Fun "At Maitland Hospital's ICU, we're proud to offer CMOs a truly supportive and enriching environment. As a CMO, you'll be part of a close-knit unit where your contributions are valued, your learning is prioritised, and your growth is supported every step of the way. With regular debriefs, hands-on experience, and a culture that encourages curiosity and development, this is a place where you can thrive and build a strong foundation in critical care."
Dr Vinodh Thodur Madapusi
Clinical Director, ICU Maitland and Clinical Lead Intensive Care Medicine, HNELHD.
We are seeking an experienced Career Medical Officer (CMO) to join our collaborative and high-performing Intensive Care Unit at Maitland Hospital.
This is a temporary full-time appointment for two years, with the potential for conversion to a permanent role for the right candidate.
To be considered, applicants must:
Hold full, unconditional
General Registration with AHPRA
possess Australian ICU experience at CMO level
have unlimited and unrestricted permanent working rights in Australia
About the Role
As a Career Medical Officer in the Intensive Care Unit, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a modern and rapidly growing critical care service.
Working alongside experienced ICU Specialists, Career Medical Officers, Registrars and Junior Medical Officers, you will provide care to a diverse range of critically ill patients while contributing to the ongoing development of the service.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced doctor seeking a stable and rewarding critical care role, with exposure to a broad case mix, strong consultant support, and opportunities to contribute to education, quality improvement and service development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities




Provide high-quality clinical care under the direction of the Director of Medical Services and ICU Consultants.
Assess, manage and coordinate the care of critically ill patients within the Intensive Care Unit.
Ensure continuity of care through effective patient handovers, discharge planning and completion of relevant clinical documentation, including ANZICS data collection.
Facilitate communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety and clinical governance activities within the ICU and across Hunter New England Health.
Support the education, supervision and mentoring of junior medical staff and contribute to a positive learning culture.
Essential Requirements
Qualified medical practitioner with full General Registration with AHPRA.
Minimum five years postgraduate medical experience.
Demonstrated Australian ICU experience at Career Medical Officer level.
Unlimited and unrestricted permanent working rights in Australia
At least two years' experience and demonstrated competence in:
Endotracheal intubation and management of mechanically ventilated patients.
Management of septic shock and multi-organ failure requiring vasopressor and inotropic support.
Insertion of central venous catheters using aseptic technique.
Monitoring and management of patients requiring Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT).
Recognising deterioration and escalating appropriately to ICU Specialists.
Why Maitland Hospital?
Opened in ****, Maitland Hospital is one of the newest and most technologically advanced public hospitals in regional New South Wales.
Designed to support the healthcare needs of one of Australia's fastest-growing communities, the hospital provides contemporary facilities,



integrated digital workflows and patient-centred clinical spaces that enhance both patient care and staff experience.
Joining Maitland Hospital means becoming part of a service that is:
Modern, purpose-built and equipped with state-of-the- art technology.
Experiencing significant growth and service development opportunities.
Supported by strong links to tertiary referral centres, including John Hunter Hospital, located just 25 minutes away.
Focused on innovation, education and continuous improvement.
Conveniently located with easy access to Newcastle Airport, the Hunter Expressway and major transport networks.
You'll enjoy working in a close-knit team workplace where your contribution is valued, while benefiting from the resources and opportunities available through one of Australia's largest regional health districts.
What We Offer Hunter New England Local Health District provides an outstanding environment to grow your career and enjoy a rewarding lifestyle, including:
Competitive remuneration and employment conditions.
Salary packaging options to maximise take-home pay.
Fitness Passport access for you and your family.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Opportunities to participate in teaching, quality improvement and clinical leadership initiatives.
Collaboration across a broad network of medical, nursing and allied health professionals.
Support from our dedicated Medical Recruitment and Settlement Concierge teams to assist you with the recruitment process and you and your family with your move and integration into the community.
Whether you're seeking a family-friendly community, more space and affordability, or simply a better work-life balance, Maitland offers an exceptional lifestyle without compromising on professional opportunity.
Come and build your critical care career in one of Australia's fastest-growing regional centres while enjoying the lifestyle benefits that make the Hunter region a d
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