Staff Specialist in Geriatric Medicine - John Hunter Hospital

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Staff Specialist in Geriatric Medicine, John Hunter Hospital
Fixed term temporary 1.0 FTE available

Lead exceptional care for older people while shaping the future of geriatric medicine in a leading tertiary health service.

An exceptional opportunity exists for a Geriatrician to join the highly regarded Department of Geriatric Medicine at John Hunter Hospital, the principal tertiary referral centre for Newcastle, the Hunter New England region and northern NSW.

John Hunter Hospital is the largest referral hospital in the region, providing advanced clinical services, teaching, research and multidisciplinary care across a broad range of specialties.

As a Geriatrician, you will join a collaborative multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing comprehensive, person-centred care to older people with complex and multifactorial health needs.

The role offers a diverse and rewarding scope of practice across acute geriatric medicine, frailty and falls services, dementia and delirium management, orthogeriatrics, rehabilitation, community-based care, capacity assessments and complex discharge planning.

You will have the opportunity to:

- Deliver high-quality specialist geriatric medicine services across inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
- Work closely with experienced physicians, nursing, allied health and rehabilitation teams within a well-established multidisciplinary model of care.
- Teach, supervise and mentor junior medical staff and advanced trainees.
- Participate in clinical research, quality improvement and service development initiatives.
- Contribute to innovative models of care that support healthy ageing and improve outcomes for older people.





Why John Hunter Hospital?
As the major tertiary referral and teaching hospital for northern NSW, John Hunter Hospital offers exposure to a broad and complex caseload, strong links with the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute, and opportunities to contribute to education, research and service innovation.

This is an opportunity to build a meaningful career within a large and progressive health service while helping shape the future of geriatric medicine in one of Australia's fastest-growing regional centres.

Why Newcastle?
Newcastle offers an enviable lifestyle where career opportunity meets coastal living. Enjoy stunning beaches, vibrant cafés and restaurants, renowned wineries, excellent schools and easy access to national parks, all within a welcoming and affordable community.

Whether you're seeking professional growth, a family-friendly environment or a better work-life balance, Newcastle provides the opportunity to enjoy more of what matters while working in a leading tertiary healthcare setting.

Relocation & Recruitment Support
Joining HNELHD means more than starting a current role. Our dedicated Senior Medical Recruitment Team provides personalised support throughout the recruitment process, while our Medical Concierge Settlement Team assists with relocation, accommodation, local orientation and community connections. Together, they help ensure a smooth transition for you and your family, allowing you to focus on your career and your patients.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must:

- Specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia & Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in Geriatric Medicine or nearing completion.
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📌 Staff Specialist in Geriatric Medicine - John Hunter Hospital (Newcastle)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Newcastle