General Practitioner / ED VMO

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 [email protected].