Overview
Are you ready for a change to Clarence Health Service? Working with Northern NSW Local Health District, you can play a part in delivering quality care to our region. Our health service values the essential role our staff play in delivering innovative ways to respond to the health needs of our patients and clients. Our staff live and work in some of Australia’s most sought-after destinations, where work/life balance is not a buzzword, it’s a reality!
Employment Details
- Employment Type : Permanent Full Time
- Position Classification : Staff Specialist
- Remuneration : $262,376 to $354,479 per annum full time equivalent depending on experience
- Hours Per Week : 40
- Requisition ID : REQ
Remuneration as a Senior Specialist will be considered and is subject to CE Approval
What you'll be doing
Lead and manage the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, planning, developing and providing safe, high quality, contemporary, comprehensive services at the primary facility and other facilities where applicable for optimal patient outcomes delivering a healthy community through quality care. Providing and supporting training for clinicians across multiple disciplines to achieve quality education and safe clinical practice.
Why you should consider applying
We can offer you:
- Diverse career pathways
- Professional and personal development
- Help with further study and education
- Flexible and supportive work environment
- Opportunities to start or build a career or re-enter the workforce
- Challenging, inspiring and rewarding roles, and
- The opportunity to make a difference!
As a Staff Specialist you may benefit from potential tax savings by salary packaging living expenses, vehicle leasing, meal entertainment and relocation costs.
Where you'll be working
The Clarence Health Service includes Grafton Base Hospital. As a level 3/4 facility providing care to over 13,000 inpatients each year we work closely with Maclean District Hospital as well as other hospitals in Northern NSW and tertiary hospitals in Southern Queensland to support the healthcare needs of our community. With a population of approximately 51,300 the Clarence Valley has a well-established health care infrastructure and a strong network of community services to support your career needs. The Clarence River provides the lifeblood of this picturesque region, connecting the regional centre of Grafton with the historic township of Maclean and the seaside towns of Iluka and Yamba. Grafton is a commercial and qualified hub in Northern NSW and is one of the state’s most dynamic and fastest growing regions.
Visit Northern NSW Local Health District for more information on living and working in this area.
NNSW Local Health District embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community. We are committed to reconciliation and strongly encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.
Please note, to apply for this position you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information please see the border.gov.au site.
A current valid NSW Working With Children Check is a requirement of this position. Visit the NSW Office of the Children Guardian for more information.
Qualifications
- Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist Obstetrician and Gynecologist, and/or specialist international medical graduate pathways
- Demonstrated recent clinical experience as a Senior Medical Officer Obstetrics and Gynecology at the role delineation of the service
- Demonstrated recent leadership and management experience with the ability to work with and develop a multidisciplinary clinical team
- Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology, written, verbal and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement
- Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time
Additional information
Need more information? The Position Description and applying information are available through the official channels. For role related queries or questions contact Dr Harvey Lee, Director Medical Services, at email contact as provided in official materials.
Applications Close: 24 October 2025
Note: Applicants will be reviewed and contacted regarding interview upon receipt of application via eCredential.
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