Staff Specialist – Spinal Orthopaedic SurgeonJohn Hunter HospitalFixed Term Temporary Part Time for 12 months starting August 2025 to August 2026 – 0.6 FTELead where it counts. Shape the future of spinal surgery.We’re seeking a highly skilled Spinal Orthopaedic Surgeon to join the surgical leadership team at John Hunter Hospital. This is a key opportunity to deliver advanced, patient-centred spinal care across adult and paediatric populations, while enjoying the lifestyle and professional satisfaction that comes with working in one of Australia’s largest and most dynamic health districts.What You’ll DoDeliver high quality, evidence based care in elective and trauma spinal surgeryParticipate in the spinal roster for John Hunter Hospital assisting with paediatric, scoliosis, trauma and orthopaedic spinal surgeryContribute to teaching, research and multidisciplinary team development across the serviceWhat We’re Looking ForRegistration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. Fellowship of the Australian Orthopaedic AssociationCompletion of one or more post fellowship clinical positions training in reconstructive spinal surgery on adult and paediatric patients of at least 12 months durationProven track record of orthopaedic spine management and treatmentWhy You’ll Love Working With UsJohn Hunter Hospital is a Level 6 tertiary referral trauma and teaching hospital – the largest in the regionJoin a surgical team known for innovation, excellence and supportive leadershipEnjoy access to the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct, Fitness Passport, salary packaging, EAP support and professional developmentWork closely with leading academic and research partners, including the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research InstituteThe Lifestyle You’ve Been CravingFrom scrubs to sand in 20 minutes - Newcastle offers the perfect mix of professional impact and personal wellbeing. Whether it’s surf, wine country, coastal walks or community life you’re after, you’ll find it here. Come for the job, stay for the lifestyle.Need more information?Click here for the Position DescriptionFind out more about applying for this positionApplications close: 18 June 2025For more information about the role contact: Dr Simon Abson – Visiting Medical Officer in Spinal Surgery, John Hunter HospitalE: sabson@ausdoctors.netFor application related enquiries contact: Sally Jordan – Senior Medical Recruitment ConsultantPh: (02) 4985 3353 E: Sally.Jordan@health.nsw.gov.auHunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases - this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (PD2024_015). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.Agency applications are not accepted at this time.
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