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 experienced Specialist Obstetrician & Gynaecologist to take on the role of Head of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology Department at this Base Hospital .

This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior O&G; specialist to combine clinical practice, departmental leadership, education and service development within 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 As Head 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 significant role in developing a strong, collaborative 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.

Remuneration & Employment

Position: 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 Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) is a comprehensive healthcare network caring for communities across the Northern Rivers of NSW.

The network encompasses hospitals, community health services and multipurpose services across the Tweed, Richmond and Clarence Valleys, providing a connected and modern healthcare system to the communities it serves.

NNSWLHD recognises that high-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 beautiful Clarence Valley, offering an attractive combination of regional lifestyle, natural surroundings and access to the NSW North Coast.

- 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 combine career 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 Ze

📌 Staff Specialist in Obstetrics (Australia)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 Australia