General Practitioner VMO Emergency Department | Armidale NSWRural Referral Hospital | Emergency Medicine Opportunity | Flexible Regional Lifestyle Armidale Rural Referral Hospital is seeking experienced General Practitioner Visiting Medical Officers to join its Emergency Department and work alongside a dedicated team of Emergency Medicine specialists.
This is an excellent opportunity for a GP with strong emergency medicine experience to join a supportive regional hospital and provide high-quality emergency and inpatient care to the Armidale community.
You will work as part of a close-knit multidisciplinary team committed to delivering excellent clinical care to every patient, every time , while supporting continuity of care between emergency, inpatient and outpatient services.
The Opportunity As a GP Visiting Medical Officer, you will contribute to the provision of emergency and inpatient medical services across the hospital.
The role provides the opportunity to: Work alongside experienced Emergency Medicine specialists Provide high-quality clinical care within the Emergency Department Assess and manage a broad range of emergency presentations Provide inpatient medical services where required Support seamless continuity between emergency, inpatient and outpatient care Work collaboratively with nursing, allied health and specialist teams Contribute to a supportive and collegial clinical environment Provide medical care to the wider Armidale and surrounding regional community This is an excellent role for a GP who enjoys variety, autonomy and regional emergency medicine .




The Hospital Armidale Rural Referral Hospital is a modern 99-bed regional hospital providing a comprehensive range of acute and specialist services to the local community and surrounding region.
The hospital provides: Acute medical and surgical services Emergency Medicine Obstetrics Paediatrics General Surgery Orthopaedics Gynaecology Urology Ophthalmology Respiratory Medicine Cardiology Renal services and dialysis Chemotherapy Palliative Care Mental Health services Diagnostic imaging and pathology Allied health services The Emergency Department is supported by a Level 3 Close Observation Unit , providing additional capability for patients requiring higher levels of monitoring and care.
The hospital's most recent major development opened in **** , providing a modern, spacious and well-equipped clinical environment.
The Community The hospital serves a regional referral population of approximately 55,200 people , providing an important healthcare hub for Armidale and surrounding communities.
Working in Armidale provides the opportunity to make a genuine difference to patients across the New England region while enjoying the professional and lifestyle benefits of regional practice.
Why Armidale?
Armidale offers an exceptional combination of career opportunity, lifestyle and community .
Located in the beautiful New England region of NSW, Armidale is known for its relaxed lifestyle, natural surroundings,



robust education sector and welcoming community.
Enjoy: A relaxed regional lifestyle Excellent schools and education facilities Beautiful countryside and national parks Outdoor recreation, walking and cycling Restaurants, caf s and local produce A strong arts and cultural community Affordable housing compared with metropolitan Sydney A close-knit medical community For doctors seeking a change from metropolitan practice, Armidale offers the opportunity to enjoy greater lifestyle flexibility while continuing to work in a well-equipped regional referral hospital .
About You We are interested in hearing from experienced General Practitioners who have: Current AHPRA registration or eligibility for registration Fellowship of RACGP, ACRRM or equivalent Strong recent experience in Emergency Medicine Ability to work confidently in a regional Emergency Department Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Doctors with significant emergency medicine experience who are looking for a VMO role within a regional referral hospital are encouraged to enquire.
Apply Now If you are an experienced GP looking for an Emergency Department VMO opportunity in regional NSW , we'd be pleased to have a confidential discussion with you.
Contact Sante Recruitment today to discuss the position, clinical requirements, roster arrangements and availability.
Internationally trained doctors are welcome to enquire, subject to AHPRA registration and relevant eligibility requirements.

📌 Visiting Medical Officer In General Practice - Armidale Rural Referral Hospital (New South Wales)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 New South Wales