Overview
Employment Type: Visiting Medical OfficerPosition Classification: Visiting Medical OffRemuneration: NSW Health - Remuneration Rates for Sessional Visiting Medical Officers (click to view)Hours Per Week: 8Requisition ID: REQ638375Position Title: Visiting Medical Officer - Primary Care - St Helliers
An exciting opportunity is available for a Visiting Medical Officer, Primary Care to join our service at the Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network. We are looking for a qualified health care professional with:
Living and Working in St Helliers
St Heliers is on the outskirts of Muswellbrook in the Upper Hunter Valley. It offers a relaxed regional lifestyle with access to rural scenery, space, and community living roughly 243 km north of Sydney. Boasting local attractions such as the Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre, heritage buildings, nearby Hunter Valley wineries, outdoor activities along Lake Glenbawn and local parks, with boutique food, horse-breeding culture and events to enjoy in your free time. Find out more about Muswellbrook at Muswellbrook, Upper Hunter – Things to do, wineries & accommodation | Visit NSW.
Why you'll enjoy working with usWe are Just the Place to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it is needed most.
Responsibilities
The Visiting Medical Officer is responsible for the provision of general medical services to patients within the correctional environment, in Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network facilities. The position will work collaboratively with the Nursing Unit Manager (NUM), Service Director Primary Care and Clinical Director Primary Care to enhance the existing services in line with organisational needs and best practice.
Qualifications
* Current medical registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Proof of recognition as a specialist by the Specialists Recognition Advisory Committee Award.
* Demonstrated significant experience in General Practice with knowledge of contemporary clinical management and modern approaches in assessment and management of the broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
* Previous experience in emergency medicine, general practice, adult internal medicine, or rural medicine is an advantage.
Application Process
To apply via eCredential - Click here
Our Team and Service: Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network is a state-wide specialty health network with a vision: We excel in patient-centred care across community, inpatient and custodial settings. We deliver healthier tomorrows and transform the lives of some of the most vulnerable adolescents and adults across NSW.
Be part of a supportive environment where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while training and broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes. We focus on safety and collaboration with skilled colleagues.
Inclusivity & Diversity
The Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network employs people from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability. We focus on your capability and your passion.
NSW Health does not require or accept the fit2work badge offered as an option in eCredential.
NOTE: Applications submitted by Recruitment Agencies will not be considered for this position
Need more information?
* Click here for the Position Description
* For role related queries or questions contact Natasha Hyde on Natasha.Hyde@health.nsw.gov.au
* For assistance with eCredential contact the Medical Administration team on JHFMHN-MedicalAdministration@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: Sunday 22 February 2026, 11:59pm
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