Requisition ID: REQ651974
Position Classification: Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) Sessional
Employment Type: Contract
Location: Various sites across Murrumbidgee Local Health District
Remuneration (Award Based): Visiting Medical Officer (State) Award, Sessional
FTE / Hours Per Week: 0.2 FTE (sessional appointments available across multiple site)
Applications Close: Sunday 17 May 2026
Applications: Apply via eCredential HEREVisiting Medical Officer – General Practice
MLHD Integrated Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) ServiceBe part of our Integrated Alcohol & Other Drugs Service and make a real different
About us
The Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) offers medical clinicians the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic, highly supportive regional health network. With more than 5,000 dedicated staff working across 33 public hospitals - including two major Base Hospitals, eight Acute Community Hospitals, and 16 Multi‐Purpose Services - MLHD is a progressive organisation known for innovation, compassion, and excellence in patient care.
Serving a diverse population of approximately 245,000 people across 125,561 square kilometres, MLHD provides clinicians with unparalleled scope to expand their clinical practice, manage a wide variety of presentations, and make meaningful impacts in both small rural communities and larger regional centres. Stretching from the Snowy Mountains in the east to the plains of Hillston in the northwest - and along the Victorian border - MLHD offers not only remarkable clinical breadth, but also the lifestyle benefits of working in one of Australia's most scenic and welcoming regions.
What you'll be doing
As a General Practice VMO within the Integrated Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) Service, you will provide contemporary, evidence-based medical care to people experiencing complex substance use and co‐occurring physical health conditions.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes Addiction Medicine Specialists, nurses and allied health professionals, you will:
· Deliver general medical consultations (face‐to‐face and telehealth), including assessment, diagnosis and ongoing management
· Develop and review investigation and treatment plans aligned with patients' long‐term health goals
· Prescribe and review medications and support integrated AOD treatment plans
· Provide longitudinal care for patients with complex needs and support transition to community general practice where appropriate
· Work collaboratively with internal MLHD services and external providers to ensure continuity of care
· Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement, education and service development activities
Care is delivered within a trauma‐informed, person‐centred framework that prioritises dignity, safety and equity for people who may experience barriers accessing traditional models of care.
In accepting this position, you will uphold core NSW public sector values, including cultural diversity, equity, ethical practice, and contributing to a healthy, safe, and fair workplace.
Where you'll be working
The MLHD Integrated AOD Service provides specialist, district‐wide care for people experiencing alcohol and other drug-related harm. Services are delivered across multiple MLHD sites and local communities, allowing clinicians to work close to home while contributing to a coordinated regional service.
This role offers flexibility, strong collegial support, and the opportunity to practise meaningful medicine within a collaborative and well-established integrated care model—while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of regional New South Wales, including affordable living, short commutes, and access to vibrant local communities and natural environments.
Incentives
MLHD provides remuneration consistent with NSW Health statewide awards and determinations. Clinicians may also benefit from regional incentives, salary packaging opportunities, and flexible working arrangements designed to attract high quality medical practitioners to rural practice.
The Welcome Experience
The Welcome Experience in Murrumbidgee connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.
Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
Essential Criteria
· Current registration with the Medical Board of Australia
· Fellowship of RACGP or ACRRM (or in final stages of training towards fellowship)
· NSW Working with Children Check (Employee)
· National Police Check
· Vaccination Category A compliance
Apply via eCredential HERE
For further information
* Please refer to the Position Description for detailed role information.
* For role related queries or questions contact Casey Doyle, A/Manager Strategic Development Drug & Alcohol & Early Intervention Programs via
Important Information
* A National Police Check will be conducted.
* NSW Health does not require or accept the Fit2Work badge in eCredential.
* Applications via recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people with disability.
Learn more about careers with Murrumbidgee Local Health District: visit the MLHD Careers page
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* A primary medical degree registrable with AHPR, with Specialist Registration - Fellowship of the RACGP/ACRRM or another applicable College or GP registrar awaiting fellowship or in final term of GP training and a minimum three (3) years post graduate clinical experience. (Previous experience as Rural Generalist would be an advantage).
* Knowledge of contemporary clinical management and modern approaches in assessment and management of chronic disease in the primary care setting is essential.
* Ongoing clinical work in the Medicare supported community general practice setting an advantage.
* Knowledge of contemporary clinical assessment and management of alcohol and other drug issues is desirable, and further training will be provided.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team.
* Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement.
* Demonstrated commitment to behaviours which align to the NSW Health CORE values and MLHD Values, goals and strategies.
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