Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Senior Staff Specialist

Remuneration: $365,114 - $532,459 (inclusive of superannuation and allowances)

Hours Per Week: 38 hours per week

Location:Orange NSW

Applications Close: 29 Nov 2026 - 11.59pm

Western NSW Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply for our advertised positions. If you require any assistance with your application or have any questions about this position, please get in touch with the contact person listed in this advertisement.

About the opportunity

Join one of regional NSW’s leading health services and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare delivery. As Director of Medical Services (DMS) at Orange Health Service, you will provide strategic and clinical leadership across a dynamic and diverse medical workforce, driving excellence in patient care, safety, quality, and service innovation. Working closely with executive leaders, clinicians, and community partners, you will influence key decisions, support workforce development, lead clinical re-design and planning and help deliver outstanding health outcomes for the communities of Central West NSW.

Working in close partnership with the General Manager and Executive Leadership Team, the DMS will also help drive improvements in access to care, patient flow, emergency care performance and clinical governance, while building a positive, accountable and engaged medical workforce.

As a key clinical leader within Western NSW Local Health District, the DMS will contribute to strengthening specialist clinical networks and partnerships across the Southern Sector, particularly between Orange and Bathurst Health Services, supporting more integrated, sustainable and equitable access to specialist care.

We look forward to welcoming a leader who has demonstrated experience in fostering a culture of clinical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What we can offer you

· Salary consistent with the Staff specialists award including superannuation, and access to salary packaging.

· Relocation and accommodation assistance.

· Contemporary, well equipped work environments.

· Flexible work/life balance.

· Attractive Salary Package , up to 5 weeks Annual Leave with 4 weeks leave including 17.5% leave loading; 5 weeks per year Training Education and Study Leave (TESL), and 10 days paid sick leave per year (dependent on classification).

· Dynamic team environment.

· Country living with a meaningful career path

· Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport

Where you'll be working

You will be based at Orange Health Service, a part of the Western NSW Local Health District. For more information on living and working in our beautiful region, visit our website Western NSW Health Careers.

Well-known for its beautiful parks, manicured and exquisite gardens and historic streetscapes, the things that make Orange a popular tourist destination also make it the perfect city to bring up a family.

With regular seasonal food, wine and arts festivals, there is always something to do and see in our welcoming city.

Considered an arts and culture hub, Orange has a true love of cultural, theatrical and musical events. Attracting local, national and international artists, you’ll also enjoy world-class performance facilities to indulge your artistic and cultural passions.

Where to begin? From the stunning vistas atop Mt. Canobolas to the beauty of the Gosling Creek Reserve, Orange simply abounds in accessible natural beauty. Orange is also blessed with a multitude of beautiful parks and gardens and during autumn, you’ll see how it came by its name – the Colour City!

In addition to being the home of FOOD Week – one of Australia’s premier gastronomic festivals, Orange offers culinary and wine delights year round. Orange is now recognised as one of Australia’s premier wine growing regions and enjoys an abundance of gourmet restaurants and tantalising cafes.

In Orange you can simply enjoy life without the challenges of metropolitan living.

To apply, please address the following Selection Criteria

1. Australian citizen or permanent resident, or eligible for sponsorship to work in Australia and registered as a Medical Practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia.

2. Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators or other appropriate specialist recognition as provided for in the Staff Specialist (State) Award that is additionally supported by post graduate qualifications in management.

3. Demonstrated experience of clinical leadership and management at an executive/senior level inclusive of medical administration, medical workforce, professional practice, clinical governance, medical ethics, clinical teaching and leadership and change management, including managing health financial, activity and reporting systems.

4. Sound knowledge of contemporary health issues, rural healthcare priorities and reform agendas within the NSW Health system.

5. Demonstrated high level communication skills (both verbal and written) and negotiation skills at all levels of the organisation.

6. Knowledge, understanding and commitment to EEO, ethical practice, Aboriginal Health, and other relevant statements and priorities as they relate to the position.

7. Demonstrated commitment to continuous self-education and professional development.

How do I apply for this role?

Please apply for this position via our eCredential website. NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘fit2work’ badge offered as an option in eCredential.

Western NSW Local Health District does not support the use of AI assistance during interviews.

Note:Applications submitted by Recruitment Agencieswill notbe considered for this position.

Need more information?

· Click here for the Position Description and Statement of Duties.

· For role related queries or questions contact Lacey Healey via email [email protected] or (02) 6369 3700

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases

If you are applying for a Category A position, please read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2018_009. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy.

Australian citizen or permanent resident, or eligible for sponsorship to work in Australia and registered as a

Medical Practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia.

Stepping Up – Close the Gap

The Aboriginal Employment Strategy (AES) is working in partnership with the Western NSW Local Health District to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants wishing to apply for this role. For more information please contact the AES recruitment team on (02) 6882 8100 or email [email protected]. Alternatively, applicants can visit our website for more information.

Working Visas

Applicants holding a visa with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable applicant for permanent appointment is identified.

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