Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) Claims Officer

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Administrative Officer Level 4
Remuneration: $78,183.85 - $79,973.57 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Negotiable within WNSWLHD – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 4 Nov 2026 – 11:59pm

Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) Claims Officer
Finance & Corporate Directorate

About the role
The Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) Claims Officer is a new role in the WNSWLHD VMO Claims Support Team, reporting to the VMO Claims Manager.

The VMO Claims Officer provides administration services by checking and processing VMO claims, ensuring these doctors are paid correctly for services in line with policies and procedures. This involves cross checking against medical records, rosters, contracts and other source systems. This role will support and provide guidance to VMOs and their staff on submission of correct claims, as well as liaise with local facility administration teams and managers. They will also support the VMO Claims Manager in implementing improvements to VMO claims processes.

This is a great opportunity for administration staff to specialise in VMO claims management and to be part of the centralisation and standardisation of this key function in WNSW.

Helping you move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at https://www.nsw.gov.au/regional-and-primary-industries/makethemove/welcome-experience

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health.



To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Melanie ten Cate, Senior Management Accountant - Finance on 0418 286 *** or at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

- All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
- Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
- To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
- For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD

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