MLHD - Visiting Medical Officer - GP Obstetrics & Gynaecology

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Requisition ID: REQ659400

Position Classification:Visiting Medical Officer (VMO)

Employment Type: Permanent/Sessional

Location: Tumut, NSW - Murrumbidgee Local Health District

Remuneration: Visiting Medical Officer (State) Award, Sessional

FTE/Hours Per Week: As negotiated

Applications Close: Sunday 6 December 2026

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VMO - GP Obstetrics & Gynaecology Deliver Exceptional Maternity Care in Regional NSW

About Us

Be part of a passionate organisation delivering exceptional care to over 240,000 people across regional NSW. Spanning 125,000+ km², Murrumbidgee Local Health District is the region's largest employer, with more than 5,000 staff across 33 hospitals, 12 community health centres and a range of specialist and mental health services. At MLHD, you'll support diverse and meaningful work, with opportunities for career growth, access to cutting-edge technology and a wide range of employee benefits and incentives.

What You'll Be Doing

Join a dedicated maternity team delivering high-quality obstetric care across antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal services. This role provides an opportunity to practice broad-scope rural obstetrics while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, evidence-based and patient-centred care.

As a Visiting Medical Officer - GP Obstetrician, you will provide specialist clinical services to women and families throughout their maternity journey, participate in the on-call roster to support urgent presentations, and contribute to the ongoing development of maternity services across the district. The position also supports workforce development through supervision, education and mentorship of junior medical staff and other clinicians, helping maintain high clinical standards and positive patient outcomes.

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

Working within rural and regional communities across Murrumbidgee Local Health District, you will have the opportunity to make a genuine impact on maternity care close to home for local families. The district encompasses vibrant communities known for their welcoming lifestyle, affordable living, excellent schools and strong community connections.

This role offers the unique opportunity to practice a broad range of obstetric skills in a supportive regional environment while helping sustain essential maternity services in rural NSW. You'll work alongside experienced clinicians and healthcare professionals who are committed to delivering safe, high-quality care and improving health outcomes for women and babies throughout the region.

What We Can Offer You

Working for the Murrumbidgee Local Health District is more than a career choice. It's an opportunity to make a real and lasting impact.

• Make a Meaningful Difference – Contribute to the delivery of essential, high-quality healthcare for diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Flexible Vehicle Options – Enjoy novated car leasing options designed to support your lifestyle.
• Stay Active and Well – Access the Fitness Passport for you and your family.
• Grow Professionally – Benefit from advanced education, training opportunities, and exposure to innovative health technologies and models of care.
• Holistic Wellbeing Support – Take advantage of Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), wellbeing initiatives, and family-friendly workplace practices.
• Discover Your Future at MLHD – Build your career while contributing to healthier regional communities.
• Remuneration and Incentives

Remuneration is in accordance with the applicable NSW Health Visiting Medical Officer Award and local service arrangements. Additional payments may apply depending on scope of practice, workload and contractual arrangements.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Murrumbidgee connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle into your new community faster. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience.

For Further Information

• Please refer to the Position Description
• For role related enquiries, please contact Dr Damien Limberger, Director of Rural Medical Services MLHD via [email protected]

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.

Selection Criteria

• Holds registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist General Practitioner.
• Experience and formal recognition as a Procedural General Practitioner with advanced skills and DRANZCOG advanced or equivalent.
• Minimum three (3) years post graduate clinical experience. Previous experience in Emergency Medicine, General Practice, Adult Internal Medicine, Paediatrics or Rural Medicine an advantage.
• Knowledge of contemporary clinical management and modern approaches in assessment and management of the broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions. Competence in performing the range of minor urgent procedures commonly undertaken in a rural emergency department including Advanced Life Support and Trauma management
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, and research and quality improvement.
• Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time.
• Demonstrated commitment to behaviours which align to the NSW Health CORE values and MLHD Values, goals and strategies.

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position
• For role related queries or questions contact Damien Limberger on [email protected] Applications Close: Sunday 6 December 2026

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 MLHDCareerspage

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