Requisition ID:REQ******
Position Classification:Visiting Medical Officer (VMO), Fee For Service
Employment Type:Contract
Location:Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
Remuneration (Award Based): Visiting Medical Officer (State) Award, Fee for Service
FTE / Hours Per Week:As required
Applications Close:This is a rolling campaign; suitable applicants will be shortlisted and appointed as applications are received
Applications:Apply via eCredentialHERE
VMO – Otolaryngology Surgeon – Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
Deliver Specialist ENT Care Where It Makes a Real Difference
About Us
TheMurrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD)offers medical clinicians the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic, highly supportive regional health network.
With more than 5,000 dedicated staff working across 33 public hospitals - including two major Base Hospitals, eight Acute Community Hospitals, and 16 Multi‐Purpose Services - MLHD is a progressive organisation known for innovation, compassion, and excellence in patient care.
Serving a diverse population of approximately 245,000 people across 125,561 square kilometres, MLHD provides clinicians with unparalleled scope to expand their clinical practice, manage a wide variety of presentations, andmake meaningful impacts in both small rural communities and larger regional centres.
Stretching from the Snowy Mountains in the east to the plains of Hillston in the northwest - and along the Victorian border - MLHDoffers not only remarkable clinical breadth, but also the lifestyle benefits of working in one of Australia's most scenic and welcoming regions.
What you'll be doing
As aVisiting Medical Officer – Otolaryngology, you will providehigh‐quality, evidence‐based specialist ENT careas part of a multidisciplinary surgical team atWagga Wagga Base Hospitaland across MLHD.
Key Responsibilities Include
Comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of ENT conditions in elective and emergency settings
Inpatient and outpatient management,



including clinics, peri‐operative care, and follow‐up
Participation in the on‐call roster to support timely access to acute ENT services
Contribution to the development, coordination, and quality improvement of ENT services across the district
Supervision, education, and support of junior medical staff and multidisciplinary colleagues
Participation in clinical governance, risk management, and safety initiatives
Supporting outreach, telehealth, and rural models of care where required
In accepting this position, you will uphold core NSW public sector values, including cultural diversity, equity, ethical practice, and contributing to a healthy, safe, and fair workplace.
Where you'll be working
Wagga Wagga Base Hospitalis the major referral and teaching hospital for the Murrumbidgee region, providing a broad range of specialist and subspecialist services.
The hospital plays a critical role in delivering acute, surgical, and outpatient care to a diverse regional population.
Located in the heart of theRiverina, Wagga Wagga offers an outstanding lifestyle with excellent schools, dining and cultural experiences, sporting facilities, and easy access to Sydney, Melbourne, and Canberra.
Clinicians enjoy a solid professional community combined with genuine work–life balance.
Incentives
MLHD provides remuneration consistent with NSW Health statewide awards and determinations.
Clinicians may also benefit from regional incentives, salary packaging opportunities, and flexible working arrangements designed to attract high quality medical practitioners to rural practice.




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For further information
Please refer to thePosition Description for detailed role information.
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Important Information
A National Police Check will be conducted.
NSW Health does not require or accept the Fit2Work badge in eCredential.
Applications via recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We encourage applicants from all backgrounds—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people with disability.
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Selection Criteria
Holds registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist in Otolaryngology (ENT), and/or overseas trained specialist pathways.
Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated significant experience relevant to Otolaryngology (ENT) practice and evidence of competence in skills relevant to Australian rural hospital practice, including trauma and emergency scenarios.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team.
Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement.
Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time.
Demonstrated commitment to behaviours which align to the NSW Health CORE values and MLHD Values, goals and strategies

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