Career Medical Officer

Employment Type : Various

Position Classification : Career Medical Off Gde 2

Remuneration : 185269 – 220018

Hours Per Week : 38

Requisition ID : REQ645199

Position
Join ISLHD as a CMO in our fast‑paced Emergency Departments and make a real impact where it counts. You’ll work with supportive senior clinicians, strong ED leadership, and collaborative multidisciplinary teams committed to high‑quality, patient‑centred care. Enjoy a rewarding career in one of NSW’s most desirable regions—the Illawarra Shoalhaven—known for its stunning beaches, coastal lifestyle, national parks, and easy access to Sydney. If you’re looking for a role that offers clinical variety, professional growth, and an unbeatable work‑life balance, ISLHD is the place to be.

Where you'll be working
Based primarily at Wollongong Hospital, you may also have the opportunity to contribute your skills across other ISLHD sites, adding variety, experience, and impact to your role

What you'll be doing
To provide effective emergency care to the patients of the Emergency Department under the indirect supervision of an Emergency specialist. The CMO will participate in a seven-day per week roster which includes evening and night shifts and will provide supervision to junior doctors. The position is based at Wollongong Hospital.

The position of Career Medical Officer (CMO) would suit junior doctors of at least 4 years post graduate experience including significant Emergency Medicine experience although not a registered trainee of the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine (ACEM). Qualified specialists from other training colleges (such RACGP or ACRRM) or practitioners with adequate experience to supervise the department at night are preferred. Post-graduate qualifications in Emergency Medicine such as the Emergency Medicine Certificate (ACEM) or Emergency Medicine Diploma (ACEM) are desirable. The CMO will participate in a seven-day per week roster which includes evening and night shifts.

• MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• Five years postgraduate experience or greater (CMO Grade 2) or less than five years postgraduate experience (CMO Grade 1). At least four years postgraduate experience is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Participation in after-hours roster commitments and rotations to other emergency departments in the ISLHD if required
• Sufficient skills knowledge and experience to practice as a safe and competent Emergency CMO
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to coordinate services across multiple providers
• Good leadership and teamwork skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills

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For role related queries or questions contact Simon Binks on Simon.Binks1@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 06-April-2026