Job Description
Head of Obstetrics & Gynaecology | Leadership Opportunity | Northern Rivers NSW | Staff Specialist / Senior Specialist
Lead the future of Obstetrics & Gynaecology across the Clarence Valley while enjoying an exceptional regional coastal lifestyle.
Sante Recruitment is seeking an experiencedSpecialist Obstetrician & Gynaecologistto take on the role ofHead of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology Departmentat this Base Hospital .
This is an outstanding prospect for a senior O&G; specialist to combineclinical practice, departmental leadership, education and service developmentwithin a supportive regional health network.
The successful applicant will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of contemporary, comprehensive and best-practice Obstetrics & Gynaecology services while supporting the development and wellbeing of medical staff and doctors in training.
The Opportunity AsHead of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, you will provide clinical leadership and oversight of the department, working collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health teams to deliver high-quality patient care.
You will have an important role in developing a strong, cooperative and sustainable O&G; service across Grafton Base Hospital and the Clarence Network.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the Obstetrics & Gynaecology Department.
Provide contemporary, comprehensive specialist O&G; services.
Promote best-practice clinical care and optimal patient outcomes.
Provide clinical leadership across the department and wider network.
Foster effective multidisciplinary and inter-departmental collaboration.
Assist with the efficient and effective allocation and management of resources.
Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement and patient safety.
Support training, supervision and education of clinicians across relevant disciplines.
Take a lead role in the accreditation and maintenance of medical training programs.
Support the professional development, supervision and wellbeing of doctors in training.
Contribute to workforce planning and service development.
Promote a positive and supportive departmental culture.
Leadership & Training




This role offers the opportunity to make a broader contribution to the development of the regional medical workforce.
The Successful Applicant Will Support
Accreditation of O&G; training programs.
Education and supervision of doctors in training.
Mentoring and professional development.
Clinical governance and quality improvement.
Medical workforce wellbeing.
Multidisciplinary education.
Safe and effective clinical practice.
The position would suit a specialist who enjoysclinical leadership and mentoringand is keen to contribute to the continued development of O&G; services within a regional health network.
Remuneration & EmploymentPosition:Head of Obstetrics & Gynaecology / Staff Specialist
Employment:Permanent Part-Time or Full-Time
Hours:Up to 40 hours per week
Remuneration:$278,355 – $376,068 per annum, full-time equivalent, depending on experience
Senior Specialist remuneration:May be considered, subject to CE approval
Location:Grafton, Northern NSW
About Northern NSW Local Health District NNSWLHD is a comprehensive healthcare network caring for communities across theNorthern Rivers of NSW.
The network encompasses hospitals, community health services and multipurpose services across theTweed, Richmond and Clarence Valleys, providing a connected and modern healthcare system to the communities it serves.
NNSWLHD recognises thathigh-quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand, supporting both excellent patient care and the professional wellbeing of its workforce.
Live and Work in Grafton & the Clarence Valley Grafton is located within the beautifulClarence Valley, offering an attractive combination of regional lifestyle, natural surroundings and access to the NSW North Coast.
The region provides an excellent environment for doctors and their families, with:
Beautiful rivers, beaches and coastal areas nearby.




National parks and spectacular natural landscapes.
A relaxed regional lifestyle.
Excellent outdoor recreation.
Local schools and family amenities.
A strong regional community.
Access to the broader Northern Rivers and NSW North Coast.
For a specialist looking to combinecareer leadership with quality of life, the Clarence Valley offers an opportunity to establish yourself in a welcoming regional community.
About You To Be Successful, You Will Have
Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRANZCOG) or equivalent recognised specialist qualification.
Specialist registration with AHPRA, or eligibility for specialist registration.
Appropriate consultant-level experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
Demonstrated clinical leadership capability.
Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to contemporary, evidence-based clinical practice.
Experience or interest in education, supervision and mentoring.
Commitment to clinical governance, quality improvement and patient safety.
Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary and inter-departmental teams.
A genuine commitment to supporting doctors in training and workforce wellbeing.
International Medical Graduates and Specialist International Medical Graduateswith appropriate qualifications and eligibility for specialist registration in Australia are encouraged to enquire.
Why Consider This Prospect?
Head of Department leadership position.
Permanent full-time or part-time employment.
Remuneration up to $376,068 + applicable benefits, depending on experience.
Senior Specialist remuneration may be considered, subject to CE approval.
Opportunity to influence the future direction of O&G; services.
Lead role in O&G; training program accreditation.
Strong focus on education, supervision and mentoring.
Prospect to support doctors in training and workforce wellbeing.
Work within an established regional health network.
Excellent Northern Rivers lifestyle.
Coastal, river and hinterland environments.
Supportive regional community.
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