- Locum Medical Officer responsible for managing patients in the Emergency Department and Inpatient Ward.
- 24-hour on-call shifts with an average of 5-10 ED presentations per day.
- Accommodation and travel included for the duration of the contract.
- Various shifts until January 2027
- $2500 + super per shift
- Accommodation & Travel Included
The Opportunity
Hunter New England Health (HNE Health) provides a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast regions.
Gloucester Hospital is an 80-bed campus which consists of a 20-bed acute ward, 15-bed aged care transitional ward, 25-bed nursing home and a 20-bed hostel. Shifts are 0800-0800 24 hr on call.
- The Locum Medical Officer will be responsible for managing patients in the Emergency Department and Inpatient Ward
- 24hr on call shifts. Locum will be on call for the entire period of contract and be expected to be available for all triage categories.
- Medical support and advice via existing pathways, available via telehealth and phone through the Retrieval services, Manning Base Hospital and John Hunter Hospital.
- Skilled nursing staff run the emergency Department and inpatient ward. All ED Nursing staff are credentialed in Advanced Life Support.
- Average 5 X ED Presentations per 24 Hours during the week
- Average 10 X ED Presentations per 24 Hours during over weekends (average)
The Location
Nestled in the heart of New South Wales, Gloucester is a picturesque town known for its stunning natural beauty, including the majestic Barrington Tops National Park and offering a range of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.
If galleries showcasing local talent piques your interest, this vibrant community offers a thriving arts and culture scene, meaning this could very well be the locum location for you.
Flights can be arranged to Newcastle
- Driving from Newcastle – 1hr 40mins
- Driving from Sydney – 3hrs
- Driving from Brisbane - 7hrs
Essential Criteria
To be eligible for this locum, you must have
- Australian working rights
- Full AHPRA registration
- PGY5+ with extensive ED experience
If this sounds like something you would be interested in contact Naomie Rapira on +61 498441118 and quote job reference number JREF-104714.
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