About the Role
NNSWLHD is seeking General Practitioners with additional recognised qualification and appropriate training in forensic examination of suspected sexual assault (Paediatric, Adolescent and Adult) to provide a timely response to clients/patients requiring an immediate medical and/or forensic intervention following disclosure of sexual assault. Applicants with a willingness to undertake relevant training approved by the Local Health District are also welcome to apply.
Work as part of a 24/7 on‐call roster, responding within a two‐hour time frame and providing responses to designated NNSWLHD hospitals to deliver comprehensive services for optimal client/patient outcomes.
About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)
We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, community health and multipurpose services form a well‐balanced modern network connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.
We encourage you to join us if you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life.
Relocating to the region?
The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomexperience.
Join Our Team And You'll Enjoy
* Fitness discounts – focus on your health and wellbeing
* Growth – access to professional and personal development
* Team culture – work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment
* Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce
As a Visiting Medical Officer you may be eligible for a range of financial benefits on appointment to a regional Hospital. Further information may be found in: Public Hospitals (Visiting Medical Officers Fee‐For‐Service Contracts) Determination and Public Hospitals (Visiting Medical Officers Sessional Contracts) Determination.
NNSWLHD embraces diverse skills and perspectives and fosters inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.
NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.
For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up, our line recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.
To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see www.homeaffairs.gov.au.
A current valid NSW Working with Children Check is a requirement of this position. Visit NSW Government – Office of the Children's Guardian for more information.
Qualifications and Eligibility
* Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist General Practitioner, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways, and/or eligible for General registration with the Medical Board of Australia and have appropriate skills and training assessed by the Local Health District to provide specialist General Practice services.
* Hold a recognised qualification and appropriate training in forensic examination of suspected sexual assault (Adolescent, Adult and/or Paediatric) or willingness to undertake relevant training course as approved by the LHD.
* Demonstrated experience and recency of clinical practice of a high standard in relevant clinical areas such as forensic examination of sexual assault in adolescents, adults and/or paediatrics, sexual health, women's health, mental health and emergency medicine.
* Demonstrated high level and effective interpersonal and communication skills, including oral and written skills.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
* Willingness to work on‐call with the ability to respond to Sexual Assault presentations within two (2) hours of request.
* Valid unrestricted driver's licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment.
Contact
For role related queries or questions contact Nicole Ashby, Manager Integrated Prevention & Response to Violence, Abuse and Neglect (IPARVAN) at Email: Nicole.Ashby@health.nsw.gov.au.
Applications Close
Applications Close: 16 June 2026.
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