Job Description
Are you a PGY3+ doctor seeking a flexible hospital-based role that offers valuable inpatient experience.
Employment attracts a rate of $120 per hour plus Medicare Billings; you can commit to a few nights a week or the whole week.
The choice is yours.
This role is ideally suited to a clinician looking to supplement existing commitments without the demands of an Emergency Department, while maintaining exposure to acute inpatient care in a supportive private hospital environment.
About the Role
As the sole onsite medical practitioner overnight (no supervision and no sponsorship), you will work closely with our nursing teams, with access to escalation and support from our Visiting Medical Officers (VMOs) when required.
Your role will be integral to maintaining protected, high-quality care for admitted patients throughout the night.
Accommodation is provided and you will sleep on site to be available to respond to any escalations overnight.
Importantly, St Vincent's Private Hospital has no Emergency Department, allowing you to focus on the management and assessment of inpatients rather than emergency presentations.
Key Responsibilities
Provide overnight medical coverage for hospital inpatients
Review and assess deteriorating patients
Respond to clinical concerns raised by nursing staff
Perform admissions,



clinical reviews and documentation as required
Liaise with treating specialists regarding patient management
Support safe patient care and clinical governance standards
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
Current AHPRA registration as a Medical Practitioner (Limited Registration will not be considered)
Minimum PGY3 experience
Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills
Ability to work independently while accessing specialist support as required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Availability for fortnightly overnight shifts throughout the contract period
What We Offer
Fixed fortnightly night shifts only
Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
Exposure to a diverse range of medical and surgical specialties
Modern private hospital facilities
A professional workplace focused on high-quality patient care
Fixed-term contract arrangement with competitive remuneration
About St Vincent's Private Hospital
St Vincent's Private Hospital is a leading regional private healthcare provider delivering high-quality surgical and medical services.
With no Emergency Department and a robust focus on elective care, our clinicians enjoy a collaborative environment supported by experienced specialists, nursing teams and allied health professionals.

📌 Hospital Medical Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 St Vincent's Hospital, Lismore
📍 New South Wales