2026 Neonatal Medical Officer

2026 Neonatal Medical Officer – The Royal Women’s Hospital, Parkville, Victoria (Australia) Full time (1.0 FTE) fixed term from 2 Feb 2026 – 31 Jan 2027. 5 weeks annual leave. About the Hospital The Royal Women’s Hospital is one of Australia’s oldest and most distinguished tertiary hospitals dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and newborns. About the Team The Women’s is a tertiary level maternal and neonatal referral hospital, with about 7 000 births per year and a major referral for infants with fetal anomalies. The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit admits about 2 000 patients per year, many less than 28 weeks or under 1 000 gm. The Department employs 14 Consultant Neonatologists, 12 full‑time equivalent Neonatal Clinical Fellows, 20 Neonatal NMOs and 3 Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (aNNP). It is a major teaching hospital with academic affiliation with the University of Melbourne and the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute. About the Role NMOs are an essential member of our multidisciplinary care team and are responsible for the day‑to‑day care of neonates and their families, under the close supervision of a fellow and consultant. NMOs are rostered to provide medical care to infants in the NICU, special care nursery, postnatal wards and the emergency department of the Women’s (WEC). They attend high‑risk deliveries and neonatal emergencies. Responsibilities include ward rounds, presentation on rounds, maintenance of EMR and close consultation on provisional diagnoses and treatment. About You – Key Selection Criteria Primary medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or eligible for General Registration (completion of AMC Part Two) Attributes Embodies the Women’s values of courage, passion, discovery and respect Adaptable and flexible approach (“can do”) Well‑developed interpersonal skills Ability to balance competing priorities Time management and prioritising Professional demeanor Strong commitment to high quality, family‑centred patient care Enthusiastic about education programme and audit/research projects Team player in a multidisciplinary setting Application Requirements Please download the attached Referee Assessment Form and have it completed by at least three nominated referees. Once completed, the form should be signed and returned directly by the referee to . Benefits Up to $11,660 in salary packaging benefits (living expenses, meals, holiday accommodation) Wellness initiatives (discounted financial, lifestyle and health options, comprehensive wellbeing program) Public transport options and cyclist facilities at the doorstep Onsite post‑office, eateries, retail stores and library services Breast‑feeding/chest‑feeding and pumping rooms, nearby childcare centres Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities Inclusion and Belonging The Women’s celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal/ Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, those with linguistic, cultural or gender diversity, people with disability, and all ages. We are committed to gender equity principles and are Breastfeeding Association accredited. Apply We welcome early applications. All appointments are subject to satisfactory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC), valid Working with Children Check, and required vaccination or immunity to COVID‑19, influenza, and other diseases. If you need assistance or accommodations for the application or interview process, please contact Dr Amir Zayegh at or email or . #J-18808-Ljbffr