Job Title: Geriatric Care Specialist
We are seeking an experienced Geriatric Care Specialist to join our multidisciplinary team at a major New South Wales Health Service. As a Consultant Geriatrician, you will play a key role in the department's standard for clinical excellence in inpatient care, consultative services, rehabilitation, and chronic disease management.
Responsibilities:
* Provide comprehensive geriatric care to patients with complex medical conditions
* Lead clinical education initiatives for junior doctors and registrars
* Contribute to the overall provision of high-quality specialist care across inpatient, outpatient, and Hospital in the Home services
About the Role:
This is a permanent part-time 0.6 FTE role, offering a competitive salary in line with the NSW Award, plus a range of benefits and incentives. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the medical education of registrars and junior doctors, leading clinical education initiatives and participating in advanced trainee supervision.
Requirements:
* Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Physicians (FRACP)
* Dual Fellowship in Geriatric & General Medicine is desirable
Lifestyle and Benefits:
You will be living in a popular tourist destination, one of Australia's oldest and most famous wine regions. This location boasts one of the largest river valleys in the entire state, surrounded by stunning highland areas. Home to several award-winning wineries, a consistent Mediterranean climate, vast green spaces, and a thriving local community, the region offers scenic views in every direction, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure.
The region hosts a variety of cultural events throughout the year, including food and wine festivals, community-led markets, and regular live music events. Sydney is only a 3-hour drive away, and Newcastle airport is 1.5 hours away, offering daily national and international flights.