Overview
Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer in Emergency Medicine - Rural incentives may apply. A blend of lifestyle and an opportunity to shape our growing Emergency Department on the NSW coast. Manning Base Hospital, Manning Valley – Lower Mid North Coast, NSW. MM3 Classification | Rural Incentives May Apply | Part-time and Full-time roles available.
The Clinical Environment
* Annual presentations: Approximately 38,000
* Current medical staffing: Full-time ED Director supported by a fraction of Staff Specialist FTE, with room to grow a collaborative consultant group
* Rostering: Day and evening shifts - no night shift. Opportunity to develop the on-call roster structure as the department evolves
* Training opportunities: Supervise ACEM EMTP and ACCRM trainees, with HETI accredited JMO positions and planned training expansion
* Team culture: Dynamic NUM, nursing team and nurse practitioners who form part of a clinical championship group. Unaccredited trainees joining in 2026, cohort of dedicated locum CMOs and FACEMs, collaborative inpatient teams, imbued with a culture of growth, safety and excellence
* Working environment: Expanded clinical space with dedicated clinical support working area
* Case mix: High acuity presentations with fascinating pathology. Opportunity to innovate with care for a large percentage of local Indigenous and aged population
What We're Looking For
We welcome FACEMs at various stages of their careers. Preference given to candidates with experience or interest in:
* Department development and service improvement
* Education and training supervision
* Team building and collaborative leadership
The Lifestyle
Located in the stunning Manning Valley on the NSW mid-north coast. Beautiful Forster offers excellent surf, pristine beaches, outstanding restaurants and cafes. Breathtaking hills and rivers provide the perfect backdrop for a life well-lived - choose between rural tranquility or vibrant town living, all within easy reach.
The Opportunity
Join a department where your expertise truly matters. Build a sustainable, emergency medicine-led centre of clinical excellence, training and research. Be part of developing new models of care and forward-thinking solutions that make a lasting difference.
Be Part Of a Connected, Like-Minded Community
Manning Hospital is known for its collegial culture. All levels of doctors genuinely enjoy both the clinical work and the social interaction. Supportive colleagues who share a commitment to exceptional care and value collaboration.
What we can offer
* Rural incentives apply – Up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $5,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location). Find out more here. (Staff Specialist appointments only*, VMO appointments ineligible)
* Relocation support on offer
* Salary Packaging – up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal and entertainment
* Annual TESL allowance: up to 25 days per year for full-time Staff Specialists
* University-linked opportunities and dedicated recruitment support within Hunter New England Health
* Fitness Passport
* Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Ready to Learn More?
For a Confidential Discussion About This Role
Dr Berenika Turchin - Clinical Director, Department of Emergency MedicineManning Base Hospital
E: berenika.turchin@health.nsw.gov.au
Application Enquiries
Jess Glover, Senior Medical Recruitment ConsultantMedical Recruitment ServicesPh: (02) 6767 7063E: jessica.glover@health.nsw.gov.au
Agency referrals must be emailed to jessica.glover@health.nsw.gov.au for consideration
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases - this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive. All new employees must comply with the policy.
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment aligned with NSW Health Child Safe Standards.
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