Staff Specialist in Rehabilitation Medicine – Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital
Temporary Full Time – 12-month contract. Applications close 21 January.
The Rehabilitation Unit at Tamworth Hospital is a 22‑bed inpatient unit that provides comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation services to the Northern sector of HNELHD. The unit offers vital services including:
* Transitional Living Unit for Brain Injury – Neuropsychology, Physiotherapy, Dietitian, Speech Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Social Work, Paediatric Case Manager, Aboriginal Liaison Officer
* New England Spinal Cord Injury Service – Coordinator Caroline Cone
* Amputee Clinics – Attended by ForMotion Prosthetics and Orthotics
* Outpatient clinics and outreach clinics – for regional towns of Moree and Narrabri
Our team comprises two Rehab Physicians, a Registrar (we are accredited for advanced training with AFRM(RACP)), supported by a Junior Medical Officer, an expert Registered Nursing team and MDT team including Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Speech Pathology, and Dietetics. We proudly support the teaching of Medical Students and work closely with the Primary Care General Practice community.
What We're Looking For
* Fellowship of the Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine
* Specialist Registration with AHPRA
What We Can Offer You
* Hunter New England Local Health District is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. Working with HNE Health gives you access to a range of public health services.
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* Fitness Passport
* Salary Packaging
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Child Safe Statement
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child‑safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well‑being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Contact Information
Dr Peter Harradine FAFRM (RACP)
Director | Rehabilitation Medicine & Aged Care Service
Lock Bag Tamworth NEMSC
Conjoint Senior Lecturer, University of Newcastle Faculty of Medicine and Health
Application Enquiries
Cheryl Hayes
Senior Manager, Medical Administration Services | Rural and Regional Health Services
Tamworth Regional Office – Bligh Street, Tamworth NSW
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