Staff Specialist – Obstetrics & Gynaecology | Newcastle, NSW12-Month Fixed Term | Full-Time or Part-Time Considered | Tertiary Referral Hospital
An exciting opportunity is available for an experiencedStaff Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecologyto join the Maternity and Gynaecology team of a leadingtertiary referral hospital in Newcastle, NSW.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior O&G; specialist to join a high-quality, patient-centred service within acollaborative multidisciplinary environment, contributing to clinical care, education, leadership and service development.
The Opportunity Position: Staff Specialist – Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Location: Newcastle, New South Wales
Employment: Fixed-term temporary
Duration: 12 months
Hours: Full-time; part-time hours may be considered
The hospital is seeking highly experienced specialists with expertise in:
Obstetrics
Gynaecology
Combined Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Key Responsibilities As a Staff Specialist, you will:
Provide high-level clinical care across Obstetrics, Gynaecology or combined O&G;
Provide clinical leadership within the Maternity and Gynaecology services
Participate in the on-call roster, supporting 24/7 acute obstetric and gynaecological services
Supervise and support junior medical staff
Participate actively in teaching, training and research
Contribute to quality improvement and clinical governance initiatives
Work collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health professionals
Support the delivery of protected, high-quality and patient-centred care
About the Hospital
This is a leadingtertiary referral centrewithin the Health District, providing comprehensive specialist services to a large regional and metropolitan catchment.
The Maternity and Gynaecology teams work within a multidisciplinary environment focused on:
High-quality clinical care
Patient safety and positive outcomes
Education and training
Research and innovation
Continuous quality improvement
Collaborative clinical practice
Essential Criteria Applicants Must Have
Fellowship of the Royal Australian and Current Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRANZCOG)
Why Newcastle?
Newcastle offers an outstanding combination ofcareer opportunity and coastal lifestyle, with beautiful beaches, a vibrant city centre, excellent restaurants and cafés, and easy access to the Hunter Valley and surrounding coastal regions.
Located approximately two hours from Sydney, Newcastle provides the benefits of a major regional city while offering a more relaxed lifestyle and excellent access to outdoor and recreational activities.
International Specialists Internationally trained Obstetricians and Gynaecologists who hold, or are eligible for,FRANZCOG and AHPRA registrationmay be considered.