Job Description

Overview

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HNELHD: Visiting Medical Officer in General Practice - Tomaree Community Hospital

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Join to apply for the HNELHD: Visiting Medical Officer in General Practice - Tomaree Community Hospital role at Hunter New England Local Health District.

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Employment Type: Visiting Medical Officer
n Position Classification: Visiting Medical Officer
n Remuneration: Sessional Award
n Hours Per Week: 0
n Requisition ID: REQ594008
n Applications Close: Applications will be received and reviewed monthly

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About Tomaree

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Tomaree Hospital, nestled in Port Stephens, invites passionate and experienced Visiting Medical Officers in General Practice to join the team.

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Responsibilities

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- Admitting, consultative, diagnostic, procedural, outpatient, telehealth and on-call services as determined and required by HNELHD.
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- Attendance and availability during rostered work hours and on-call periods, including clinical handover, supervision, teaching and for emergency and routine care as determined and required by HNELHD.
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- Provision of education and research as determined and required by HNELHD.
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- Demonstrate medical expertise with recent and comprehensive experience in General Practice.
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- Contribute to teaching and support for staff and trainees to develop knowledge.
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- Communicate effectively with patients, students, health professionals and the public (oral and written).
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- Collaborate within an interdisciplinary framework and with stakeholders in various settings.
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- Engage in management activities, leadership, safety and quality improvement where applicable.
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- Pursue ongoing professional development and clinical governance.
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- Advocate for improvements in individual and societal health.
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Qualifications

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- Primary medical degree registrable with AHPRA and Fellowship of the RACGP or ACRMM, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways.
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- Evidence of medical expertise in General Practice.
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- Evidence of scholarship and ability to teach and support staff and trainees.
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- Evidence of strong communication skills, collaboration, and adaptability within a changing health system.
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- Evidence of professional development and clinical governance.
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Benefits and Support

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- Robust clinical and operational support from the Director of Medical Services at Maitland Hospital.
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- Access to HNELHD patient flow resources and retrieval services.
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- Collegial, team-oriented culture with a focus on high-quality rural healthcare.
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- Flexible recruitment episodes to suit availability and career goals.
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About the Role and How to Apply

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Tomaree Hospital is seeking a motivated Visiting Medical Officer in General Practice to join the medical team. Apply now to experience the coastal lifestyle and meaningful rural health experience.

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Role Details

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- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
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- Employment type: Full-time
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- Job function: Health Care Provider
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- Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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For role-related queries, contact Hari Nair, Health Service Manager / Director Of Nursing, Tomaree Hospital and Medical Centre. Tel: 02 4984 0742 Ext 40742 | Email: [email protected]

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📌 HNELHD: Visiting Medical Officer in General Practice - Tomaree Community Hospital (Fingal Bay)
🏢 Hunter New England Local Health District
📍 Fingal Bay