About the role
Hunter Valley, NSW | Flexible VMO Opportunity
We are currently partnering with a modern regional hospital in the Hunter Valley to recruit General Practitioners with Emergency Medicine experience to join a high-performing Emergency Department as Visiting Medical Officers.
This is a great opportunity to build a long-term Emergency Medicine career within a large, contemporary district hospital (Tier 2 facility) with approximately 300+ beds, servicing a rapidly growing regional population.
The Emergency Department is a busy, well-supported unit that:
- Sees approximately 150 patients per day, with around one-third paediatric presentations
- Maintains an admission rate of 20–22% across multiple specialties
- Acts as a referral hub for several surrounding rural hospitals
- Focuses strongly on patient flow, clinical decision-making and safe care pathways
- Operates with a collaborative senior medical team and structured supervision model
You will work within a supportive and forward-thinking environment with access to:
- Structured education and procedural development
- Dedicated non-clinical time for CPD
- Opportunities to contribute to leadership, governance, research and teaching
- A 24/7 roster with progressive responsibility, including in-charge shifts
Benefits
- Flexible VMO engagement with long-term career development
- Dedicated CPD time and strong clinical supervision
- Supportive multidisciplinary team with excellent leadership
- Opportunities to develop into a senior ED clinician
- Access to salary packaging, employee benefits and wellbeing programs
Why Hunter Valley?
The Hunter Valley offers an exceptional lifestyle with a unique blend of rural charm and urban convenience. You’ll enjoy world-renowned wineries, award-winning restaurants and stunning countryside right on your doorstep. The region provides affordable housing, excellent schools and a strong sense of community, making it ideal for families. With Newcastle just a short drive away, you also have access to beaches, major infrastructure and an airport. It’s a perfect location for clinicians seeking a balanced lifestyle without compromising on career opportunities.
Requirements
- MBBS or equivalent with current AHPRA registration
- Fellowship of RACGP (FRACGP) or equivalent
- Experience or strong interest in Emergency Medicine
- Completion of, or willingness to undertake, Emergency Life Support training
- Commitment to clinical excellence, teamwork and ongoing professional development
For further information, please contact ania@mediix.com.au.