Working with Northern NSW Local Health District, you can play a part in delivering quality care to our region.

Our health service values the essential role our staff play in delivering innovative ways to respond to the health needs of our patients and clients.

Our staff live and work in some of Australia’s most sought-after destinations, where work/life balance is not a buzzword, it’s a reality!

The choice is yours with flexibility to apply as a Visiting Medical Officer or a Staff Specialist

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time - 17 weeks (5/10/26 to 14/2/27)
Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Staff Specialist Remuneration: $270,247 to $333,491 per annum full time equivalent depending on experience
Hours Per Week: 40
Requisition ID: REQ690927

Remuneration as a Senior Specialist will be considered and is subject to CE Approval

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About the Role

Providing contemporary comprehensive Specialist Nephrology services at the primary facility and other facilities where applicable for optimal patient outcomes delivering a healthy community through quality care.

Providing clinical leadership, participate in quality improvement activities and provide training and education to clinicians across multiple disciplines to achieve quality education and secure clinical practice.

Lismore Base Hospital is a regional referral, Level 5 Base Hospital providing a wide range of health services to residents in Northern NSW.

Why you should apply

We can offer you:

· Diverse career pathways

· Professional and personal development

· Help with further study and education

· Flexible and supportive work environment

· Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce

· Challenging, inspiring and rewarding roles, and

· The opportunity to make a difference!

As a Staff Specialist you may benefit from potential tax savings by salary packaging living expenses, vehicle leasing, meal entertainment and relocation costs.

Where you'll be working

The Northern NSW Local Health District extends from Tweed Heads in the north, to Tabulam and Urbenville in the west,



and to Nymboida and Grafton in the south. We provide acute healthcare services in eight hospitals, and four Multi-Purpose Services (MPS). Our hospitals are located at: Ballina, Byron, Casino, Grafton, Lismore, Maclean, Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads. Our MPS facilities are located at: Bonalbo, Kyogle, Nimbin, Urbenville. Visit Northern NSW LHD Mental Health Services for more information on our services.

Whether you are looking for a relaxing tree-change, a family destination or an adventure, the Northern NSW LHD region has something to suit every life. The Tweed Valley is a subtropical oasis encompassing the rugged terrain of Wollumbin National Park, arty riverside villages, historic coastal towns and the gateway to the Gold Coast. Ballina & Byron Shires include some of Australia’s most famous surf breaks and holiday destinations, while the hinterland is rich with vibrant communities and mouth-watering local produce. The Richmond Region is blessed with stunning waterfalls, fertile farming land, artistic villages and relaxed seaside communities whilst the Clarence region is a nature-lover's paradise of world-heritage listed rainforests, unspoilt bushland and charming country hamlets.

Northern NSW Local Health District embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.

NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably. For help with your application to this role visit NSW Government – Stepping Up,



our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.

Please note, to apply for this position you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see Australian Government – Department of Home Affairs

A current valid NSW Working with Children Check is a requirement of this position. Visit NSW Government – Office of the Children’s Guardian for more information.s to achieve quality education and safe clinical practice

Essential Criteria

1. Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist Nephrologist and/or specialist international medical graduate pathways
2. Demonstrated recent clinical experience in Nephrology, at the role delineation of the service.
3. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team.
4. Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
5. Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement.
6. Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time.

Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Dr Philip Reasbeck, Director Medical Services at Email: ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 5 October 2026

Qualified applicants are invited to apply:

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Enquiries about this position from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Candidates interested in this position must make their own enquiries and submit their own application.

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